Jeff Carlisle
@jeffreycarlisle.bsky.social
Soccer reporter for ESPN.
INBOX: The #usmnt announces that both Tyler Adams and Sean Zawadzki have withdrawn from the current roster due to injuries. LAFC’s Timothy Tillman is added.
November 10, 2025 at 2:11 PM
INBOX: The #usmnt announces that both Tyler Adams and Sean Zawadzki have withdrawn from the current roster due to injuries. LAFC’s Timothy Tillman is added.
Amazing story, and well done here by Cesar.
Christina Burkenroad didn't have the same advantages of her high school teammates.
She was worried about what she could eat, worried about where she could sleep. But that didn't stop the young San Diegan from dreaming.
Soccer saved the future Mexican star.
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She was worried about what she could eat, worried about where she could sleep. But that didn't stop the young San Diegan from dreaming.
Soccer saved the future Mexican star.
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Soccer as sanctuary: How the beautiful game saved Liga MX Femenil star Christina Burkenroad
Christina Burkenroad had a turbulent childhood, at times sleeping in the family car, but her love of soccer got her through to the top of the sport.
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November 9, 2025 at 3:36 PM
Amazing story, and well done here by Cesar.
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Christina Burkenroad didn't have the same advantages of her high school teammates.
She was worried about what she could eat, worried about where she could sleep. But that didn't stop the young San Diegan from dreaming.
Soccer saved the future Mexican star.
www.espn.com/soccer/story...
She was worried about what she could eat, worried about where she could sleep. But that didn't stop the young San Diegan from dreaming.
Soccer saved the future Mexican star.
www.espn.com/soccer/story...
Soccer as sanctuary: How the beautiful game saved Liga MX Femenil star Christina Burkenroad
Christina Burkenroad had a turbulent childhood, at times sleeping in the family car, but her love of soccer got her through to the top of the sport.
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November 7, 2025 at 2:58 PM
Christina Burkenroad didn't have the same advantages of her high school teammates.
She was worried about what she could eat, worried about where she could sleep. But that didn't stop the young San Diegan from dreaming.
Soccer saved the future Mexican star.
www.espn.com/soccer/story...
She was worried about what she could eat, worried about where she could sleep. But that didn't stop the young San Diegan from dreaming.
Soccer saved the future Mexican star.
www.espn.com/soccer/story...
Folarin Balogun goes from hero to goat (not to be confused with GOAT) for AS Monaco in a span of eight minutes. He scores a 37th minute equalizer and then gets sent off in the 45th minute. Monaco now trailing RC Lens 3-1. #usmnt
November 8, 2025 at 9:15 PM
Folarin Balogun goes from hero to goat (not to be confused with GOAT) for AS Monaco in a span of eight minutes. He scores a 37th minute equalizer and then gets sent off in the 45th minute. Monaco now trailing RC Lens 3-1. #usmnt
Joe Scally goes the distance, while Gio Reyna subs in at the 75th minute (there were 14 minutes of stoppage time) in Borussia Moenchengladbach's 3-1 win over FC Koln in the Rhine Derby. Gladbach now up to 12th(!) in the Bundesliga standings. Good to see Reyna get some more minutes. #usmnt
November 8, 2025 at 7:47 PM
Joe Scally goes the distance, while Gio Reyna subs in at the 75th minute (there were 14 minutes of stoppage time) in Borussia Moenchengladbach's 3-1 win over FC Koln in the Rhine Derby. Gladbach now up to 12th(!) in the Bundesliga standings. Good to see Reyna get some more minutes. #usmnt
The time remaining to prepare for the 2026 World Cup is ticking down. U.S. manager Mauricio Pochettino insists, "We have enough time," but for some players like Gio Reyna, it might already be a case of now or never. #usmnt
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As the World Cup approaches, can the USMNT impress in final tests of the year?
With only months before the start of the World Cup, can the United States -- even with some key absences -- finish the year on a high note?
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November 6, 2025 at 9:29 PM
The time remaining to prepare for the 2026 World Cup is ticking down. U.S. manager Mauricio Pochettino insists, "We have enough time," but for some players like Gio Reyna, it might already be a case of now or never. #usmnt
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Success has many fathers. For MLS Coach of the Year Bradley Carnell that includes mentors like Ralf Rangnick & Jesse Marsch.
"I think the first thing I did was...I sent Jesse a message," Carnell said. "I said, 'Jess, this is all your signature.'" #DOOP
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"I think the first thing I did was...I sent Jesse a message," Carnell said. "I said, 'Jess, this is all your signature.'" #DOOP
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Philadelphia's Carnell wins MLS coach of year
Philadelphia Union manager Bradley Carnell has won the 2025 Sigi Schmid MLS Coach of the Year award, the league announced on Thursday.
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November 6, 2025 at 5:15 PM
Success has many fathers. For MLS Coach of the Year Bradley Carnell that includes mentors like Ralf Rangnick & Jesse Marsch.
"I think the first thing I did was...I sent Jesse a message," Carnell said. "I said, 'Jess, this is all your signature.'" #DOOP
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"I think the first thing I did was...I sent Jesse a message," Carnell said. "I said, 'Jess, this is all your signature.'" #DOOP
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Mauricio Pochettino says that McKennie was left off the #usmnt roster so he could impress Luciano Spalletti, the new Juventus manager. Spalletti was hired just last week.
November 6, 2025 at 4:44 PM
Mauricio Pochettino says that McKennie was left off the #usmnt roster so he could impress Luciano Spalletti, the new Juventus manager. Spalletti was hired just last week.
The latest #usmnt roster is out. Pepi, Reyna and Scally in, but Pulisic, Weah and McKennie(!) among those out. Injuries taking a toll for sure tho reason for McKennie’s absence is still unclear.
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Reyna, Balogun, Pepi in U.S. squad for friendlies
USMNT manager Mauricio Pochettino named his 25-player roster for upcoming friendlies against Paraguay and Uruguay.
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November 6, 2025 at 4:06 PM
The latest #usmnt roster is out. Pepi, Reyna and Scally in, but Pulisic, Weah and McKennie(!) among those out. Injuries taking a toll for sure tho reason for McKennie’s absence is still unclear.
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Atlanta United officially announces the return of Tata Martino as manager. Second acts don't always have the desired results, but Martino's previous success in MLS with the club (and Inter Miami where he won a Supporters Shield) made this too enticing to turn down. #ATLUTD
November 6, 2025 at 3:18 PM
Atlanta United officially announces the return of Tata Martino as manager. Second acts don't always have the desired results, but Martino's previous success in MLS with the club (and Inter Miami where he won a Supporters Shield) made this too enticing to turn down. #ATLUTD
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NWSLPA Issues Statement Condemning Attacks on Players:
November 4, 2025 at 11:00 PM
NWSLPA Issues Statement Condemning Attacks on Players:
North Carolina FC announced it is leaving the USL Championship, and will go dormant for two years as it applies to become part of the USL's proposed Division One league. ( @tombogert.bsky.social first). #USL-C
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NCFC won't play USL Championship next season
North Carolina FC announced it will not compete in the USL Championship next season, and will instead file an application to join the USL's proposed Division One league that will likely begin play in ...
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November 4, 2025 at 6:40 PM
North Carolina FC announced it is leaving the USL Championship, and will go dormant for two years as it applies to become part of the USL's proposed Division One league. ( @tombogert.bsky.social first). #USL-C
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November 4, 2025 at 5:59 AM
Now official. #AllForCITY
Welcome to CITY, Corey!
St. Louis CITY SC name Corey Wray as the Club's second-ever Sporting Director.
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St. Louis CITY SC name Corey Wray as the Club's second-ever Sporting Director.
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November 3, 2025 at 4:24 PM
Now official. #AllForCITY
Denis Bouanga is a bad man. #LAFC #MLSCupPlayoffs
November 3, 2025 at 2:44 AM
Denis Bouanga is a bad man. #LAFC #MLSCupPlayoffs
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Gladbach gets off the schneid w/a 4-0 win over St. Pauli. Joe Scally goes 78 minutes, while Gio Reyna logged 11 minutes. Thought Reyna looked sharp, & he was involved in the buildup on the 4th goal, but it was the perfect game for him to sub into given that St. Pauli was chasing the game. #usmnt
November 1, 2025 at 4:39 PM
Gladbach gets off the schneid w/a 4-0 win over St. Pauli. Joe Scally goes 78 minutes, while Gio Reyna logged 11 minutes. Thought Reyna looked sharp, & he was involved in the buildup on the 4th goal, but it was the perfect game for him to sub into given that St. Pauli was chasing the game. #usmnt
Johnny Cardoso back on the game day roster for Atletico Madrid. 0-0 against Sevilla at halftime, so we'll see if he gets on the field for the first time since August. #usmnt
November 1, 2025 at 4:07 PM
Johnny Cardoso back on the game day roster for Atletico Madrid. 0-0 against Sevilla at halftime, so we'll see if he gets on the field for the first time since August. #usmnt
In this week's In-Form XI, we look at the status of Adams, CCV, and McKennie. #usmnt
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Tudor's Juve exit means McKennie must prove himself all over again
Weston McKennie has already proven himself to several Juventus managers, but with Igor Tudor getting fired, he now has another new boss to impress.
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October 31, 2025 at 9:40 PM
In this week's In-Form XI, we look at the status of Adams, CCV, and McKennie. #usmnt
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Sources: St. Louis City SC has agreed terms with former Montreal executive Corey Wray to be its next sporting director. Contract could be signed as soon as late Friday. A Canadian citizen, Wray will need to acquire a work visa as well. #AllForCITY
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Sources: St. Louis to hire ex-Montréal exec Wray
St. Louis City SC has agreed personal terms with former CF Montreal executive Corey Wray to be the team's next sporting director, sources told ESPN.
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October 31, 2025 at 8:11 PM
Sources: St. Louis City SC has agreed terms with former Montreal executive Corey Wray to be its next sporting director. Contract could be signed as soon as late Friday. A Canadian citizen, Wray will need to acquire a work visa as well. #AllForCITY
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A week after Alyssa Thompson's move to Chelsea induced panic in some #NWSL circles, #USWNT head coach Emma Hayes was in New York to address the elephant in the room with the league's board.
On players' individual choices, the changing global landscape, and the cycles of player migration.
On players' individual choices, the changing global landscape, and the cycles of player migration.
Why are USWNT players signing with clubs in Europe -- and can the NWSL stop it?
While NWSL execs worry about USWNT players choosing European clubs, the lure of UEFA Women's Champions League clubs isn't going away.
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October 29, 2025 at 8:03 PM
The MLSPA's salary release is out. LAFC's Son Heung-Min is second only to Lionel Messi in terms of salary. Inter Miami continues to lap most of the field in terms of total spend. Average and median salaries league-wide continue to creep up. More details here.
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LAFC's Son second to Messi on MLS salary list
LAFC's Son Heung-Min, a summer acquisition by LAFC, has a guaranteed compensation of $11.2 million while Lionel Messi remains the league's highest paid player at $20.4 million.
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October 29, 2025 at 5:43 PM
The MLSPA's salary release is out. LAFC's Son Heung-Min is second only to Lionel Messi in terms of salary. Inter Miami continues to lap most of the field in terms of total spend. Average and median salaries league-wide continue to creep up. More details here.
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