Scouting Lionel Messi: The GOAT's capabilities entering the Club World Cup
There is still magic left in Messi, but there’s only so much that he can do with a supporting cast that is so limited.
MLS
14th June 2025
Portland left stunned in late home draw against San Jose
Portland Timbers will only have themselves to blame after a lackluster performance against the visiting San Jose Earthquakes ended in a 1-1 draw at Providence Park. Scorers: Mosquera 71'; Judd 90+3'Se...
Arise, Sir David: But what does Beckham's knighthood entail, and what does it mean?
The former England captain and now joint owner of Inter Miami has finally been bestowed the title in King Charles’ birthday honours.
David Beckham awarded knighthood in King Charles III's birthday honours list
The former Manchester United and Real Madrid midfielder was awarded an OBE in 2003 and has long been tipped to receive a knighthood.
5️⃣ must-watch fixtures across matchday 19 in MLS
Action across MLS continues in earnest this weekend in the wake of NYCFC's 4-0 demolition job over visiting Atlanta United yesterday evening in the Bronx. As wandering eyes begin to focus in on the C...
Monaco interested in move for Paul Pogba
The 32-year-old has been without a club since November and has not played competitively since September 2023.
Luis Suarez says MLS teams can surprise 'fatigued' European sides at Club World Cup
The former Barcelona forward says the European clubs are the favourites but has predicted upsets after a "long season.".
13th June 2025
Michael Bradley named New York Red Bulls II manager
Bradley is going back to where it all began to kick off his managerial career.
MLS misses out on De Bruyne; Which global star will be next to sign?
With De Bruyne headed to Napoli after a brief flirtation with MLS, which big name is next in line to venture to North America?.
Kevin De Bruyne joins Napoli following Manchester City exit
De Bruyne announced in April that he would be leaving City at the end of the season after 10 years at the club.
12th June 2025
USMNT 2026 World Cup squad projection: Pochettino's depth chart by position
A year out from the World Cup, the USMNT's player pool is top heavy and lacking real depth. Here's how we see the squad shaping up.
ICE's go-to charter airline for deportations also flew NCAA teams, Inter Miami and more
From March through May of this year, GlobalX operated an estimated 62 percent of deportation flights.
USMNT not worried about 'outside noise' following former player criticism - Tyler Adams
The U.S. have now lost five of their 10 games under head coach Mauricio Pochettino, who was appointed in September.
The Radar - 2025 Club World Cup: The Athletic picks 50 players to watch
From Lionel Messi to Franco Mastantuono and Kylian Mbappe to Rodrigo Mora, we profile 50 players to watch at this summer's tournament.
The Radar: The Athletic’s 2025 Club World Cup scouting guide
From Lionel Messi to Franco Mastantuono and Kylian Mbappe to Rodrigo Mora, we profile 50 players to watch at this summer's tournament.
FIFA Club World Cup: Ranking all 32 participants
We assessed every team at FIFA's shiny new tournament in a variety of criteria, so you didn't have to.
???????? Soccer nation: The secrets behind the USA’s football revolution
In just one year, the entire planet will be looking at the United States. And not only for political or economic reasons, but also for football reasons. The country of bars and stars will host, along ...
World Cup 2026, one year to go: What still needs to be sorted?
Visas, travel bans, transport costs, security and relationships with the government - there is a lot to consider a year out.
11th June 2025
World Cup 2026: Our experts' hopes, fears and predictions with a year to go
What could derail the tournament or make it a hit? Which players will shine? And who could win? Our writers have their say...
Watch Messi for $4 at Club World Cup? FIFA offering drastic discounts to opening game
Promotion offers $20 tickets, but with the promise of up to four complimentary tickets, to some Miami students.
Canada summer transfer primer: Latest on David, Buchanan, Larin and more
What we're hearing about a number of Canada's key players entering a pivotal summer, with the World Cup on home soil a year away.
10th June 2025
???? The best goals of the weekend in MLS ????
The weekend's bangers!It's the batch of the week, nice and hot, the most beautiful MLS goals of the weekend. Chicago Fire is very present in this top goals, thanks to its large 7-1 victory against DC ...
Club World Cup Group B: Slick PSG and streetsmart Atletico Madrid light up 'Pool of Death'
Four daunting sides, including two current continental champions, promises to form one of the tournament's most intriguing sections.
Club World Cup Group D: Can Chelsea add another trophy to their growing list of honors?
We preview Group D, which features Chelsea, Flamengo, Esperance and late entrants in the form of LAFC.
Club World Cup Group A: Stylish Palmeiras should dominate but will Inter Miami make it through?
We preview a tough-looking group containing Palmeiras, Porto, Inter Miami and Egyptian side Al Ahly.
9th June 2025
Brazilian humiliates defender in MLS, Puskás dream alive; watch ????
Brazilian Antony scored a stunning goal in Portland Timbers' 2-1 win over St. Louis City, on Sunday (8), in another round of the MLS regular season.In the beginning of the second half, Watts opened th...
???? Crazy flick and finish! Could this MLS goal be the 2025 Puskás winner?
Major League Soccer tends to produce some outrageous goals, and there was yet another on Sunday night courtesy of the Portland Timbers. Down 1-0 after 50 minutes to St. Louis City, the hosts needed ...
???? LIVE: Cascadia clash and LAFC in action; Timbers rally against St. Louis
Major League Soccer continues on Sunday with three matches scheduled. Portland Timbers kick off the action by hosting St. Louis City, Vancouver Whitecaps welcome Seattle Sounders to town and LAFC fac...
Sources: Despite new offer, MLS, players not close on Club World Cup bonus deal
MLS made its players a new Club World Cup bonus offer, but the MLSPA calls the proposal "retaliatory" in a contentious back-and-forth.
8th June 2025
USMNT's upbeat reaction to Turkey loss a telling sign of need to restore basics
The oddity after the USMNT's 2-1 defeat to Turkey was how optimistic the U.S. camp was about the overall effort.
Club World Cup team guide - Seattle Sounders: The culmination of a decade-long project
Everything you need to know about the MLS stalwarts.
D.C. United-Chicago Fire game briefly paused after toddler runs onto field
Would you blame the kid if he thought he could help the D.C. United this year?.
Austin earn much-needed win in Colorado; Chicago put seven past D.C.
The limited MLS slate of games is underway this weekend, with games in Washington D.C. and Colorado.Here is what went down.Austin earn gutsy win in Colorado Austin jumped pack into the playoff spots i...
7th June 2025
Club World Cup team guide – Inter Miami: Messi's star power, slow start for Mascherano
Inter Miami have struggled this season under rookie coach Javier Mascherano. Can they make a splash at the Club World Cup?.
Cruz Azul spokesperson: Marsch 'out of line' for Whitecaps poisoning allegation
The Canada manager made unfounded accusations after three of his players fell ill following Vancouver's trip to Mexico.
Canada's Whitecaps players back in training after Marsch alleges 'poisoning' in Mexico
The Canada manager was not thrilled about the shape of three of his players following the Concacaf Champions Cup final.
6th June 2025
MLS' Whitecaps suffer teamwide illness after Champions Cup final in Mexico
The Whitecaps lost 5-0 to Cruz Azul in the Concacaf Champions Cup final.
5th June 2025
????️ Why new MLS star Anders Dreyer is staking MVP claim
One of the biggest stories across the 2025 MLS season thus far is undoubtedly the rapid rise of Western Conference debutants San Diego FC.During what has been a special inaugural campaign in Southern ...
4th June 2025
⭐️ OneFootball's MLS Player of the Week
We're back after another round of Major League Soccer action with a handful of players strutting their stuff. Heading into the international break, here is the latest Player of the Week.Lionel Messi �...
Sounders owner angrily confronts players over 'Club World Ca$h Grab' warm-up shirts, per reports
Sounders players are protesting a policy that prevents them from making more than $1 million, to split, from the upcoming FIFA Club World Cup.
Chicago Fire announce plans to build 22,000-seat stadium near downtown
The $650m project would be the 22nd soccer-specific stadium in MLS, and it set to anchor an incoming development known as ‘The 78’.
3rd June 2025
Pride progress? As gay pro athletes consider coming out, each announcement makes a mark
In the evolution of the openly gay athlete, there's still "work to be done" before more active pro players decide to raise their hands.
5️⃣ things you need to know about the new FIFA Club World Cup™ format
The 2025 FIFA Club World Cup™ will be the first of its kind in history.Here are five things you must know about the tournament's new format.The biggest Club World Cup everFor the past 20 or so years...
How each of the 32 teams qualified for the 2025 Club World Cup
What was the criteria for qualifying? And why are amateurs playing against the world's elite?.
How each of the 32 teams qualified for the 2025 Club World Cup
What was the criteria for qualifying? And why are amateurs playing against the world's elite?.
Messi stars as MLS announces latest Team of the Matchday ????
MLS has announced the latest Team of the Matchday after the weekend's fixtures. Lionel Messi shone as Inter Miami got back on track in the league, though the great man was not the only MLS star to pu...
2nd June 2025
Topps remaking more Lionel Messi autograph cards following its own 'investigation'
Leading trading card grader PSA has now declined to authenticate Messi autograph cards from at least five different Topps sets.
TAFC: The start of a PSG dynasty, MLS clubs mix with the big boys, and a Neymar nightmare
TAFC: Will PSG's historic victory over Inter be the start of them dominating Europe? And what happened to Neymar over the weekend?.
Cruz Azul dismantles MLS's Whitecaps to claim Concacaf Champions Cup title
This was never a contest, as La Maquina claimed a record-tying seventh Concacaf club title in emphatic fashion.
Minnesota dispatch Seattle in a high-scoring Western thriller
The final act of matchday 17 in the 2025 MLS season saw a Western Conference top-four clash end with Minnesota United holding on for a 3-2 win on the road against the Seattle Sounders. Scorers: Rienzi...
Sounders protest MLS' Club World Cup player payout cap, backed by MLSPA
A stipulation in the MLS CBA, agreed upon before the expanded Club World Cup was created, limits what players can make this summer.
1st June 2025
LAFC's Club World Cup play-in triumph was culminating moment, says coach Cherundolo
A thrilling play-in game bodes well for the impending Club World Cup.
LAFC seal $10m Club World Cup spot as Bouanga's extra-time strike sinks América
The MLS side claimed the final place in the 32-team FIFA Club World Cup in thrilling fashion.
MLS: Inter Miami run riot; LA Galaxy add a second, SDFC level with Austin
Regularly scheduled weekend in MLS returns tonight, and we've got you covered with another live blog across all the action from coast to coast.As always, you can find the highlighted matches of the ev...
Manchester United named world’s second most valuable soccer club; 8 MLS teams in top 30
United are valued at $6.6billion (£5.2bn) with Real Madrid topping the global list for a fourth successive year at $6.75bn.
31st May 2025
3️⃣ matches you must watch in MLS this weekend
The busy month of May in MLS wraps up this weekend, and while the players may be starting to run on fumes, the action remains jam-packed on Saturday and Sunday. Let's dig into a few of the most watch...
30th May 2025
Whitecaps' Champions Cup final run crests at a perfect time for Canadian soccer
With Canada cohosting the 2026 World Cup and the men's national team on the rise, the Whitecaps' stellar CCC run is hitting some key notes.
Champions League Final preview, Premier League team season perspectives & LA Galaxy make history in a BAD way
Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros preview the Champions League Final between Inter Milan and PSG this Saturday. Who has the advantage? Who do the boys think will come out on top? Christian and Alexis then give team perspectives for all 20 premier league teams ahead of next season.
29th May 2025
Club World Cup spot at stake as LAFC and Club América battle for $9.55M and more
Pride, money, and a big opportunity will all be at stake in Los Angeles.
This Week in Sports Trivia: May 29, 2025
How closely were you following the sports news this week? Find out and test your knowledge by taking The Athletic's weekly quiz.
⏪ MLS: Inter Miami get hot; Philly top MLS; Arena deflates the Galaxy
A rare midweek fixture list returns tonight with a full program of MLS action.As thirteen matches are set to go ahead this evening from 7:30 pm EST onward, stay with us here for another MLS Live Blog ...
???? Inter Miami line-up confirmed against CF Montreal
This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in ???????? here.The 'Garzas' are presented at the Chase Stadium to dispute a new day in the reg...
28th May 2025
St. Louis City fires head coach Olof Mellberg, seeks 'return to a winning culture'
Coach's style didn't fit "DNA" MLS franchise was trying to establish, leaving team in search of a new coach for second consecutive season.
⭐️ OneFootball's MLS Player of the Week
There were plenty of standout players in MLS this week. Lionel Messi powered Inter Miami to a thrilling comeback in Philadelphia, Patrick Agyemang bagged a brace in a win over Columbus, Brian White c...
27th May 2025
Bruce Arena wary of his L.A. return against a Galaxy team 'due' for success
Bruce Arena and Dave Sarachan will be back at Dignity Health Sports Park for the first time Wednesday when the San José Earthquakes take on the Galaxy.
???? Top-five goals from the MLS weekend
MLS provided some world-class goals over the weekend, a few of them coming from one crazy game in Philadelphia as well. Let's dig into a few of the best from Matchday 15.5. Žan Kolmanič vs Minneso...
26th May 2025
Atlanta end skid with win over Cincinnati; NYCFC beat nine-man Chicago
MLS is back on Sunday with a pair of games to wrap up Matchday 15. Here is what went down in New York City and Atlanta. Atlanta end skid with major win over Cincinnati Scorers: Williams 15', Fortune ...
25th May 2025
San Diego FC, LA Galaxy condemn violence following incident at Snapdragon Stadium
"Any behavior found to be in violation of the MLS Fan Code of Conduct will result in disciplinary action," the clubs wrote.
???? MLS LIVE: San Diego stun Galaxy late; Miami crisis gets worse
MLS is back with another full evening of matches including a handful of mouthwatering clashes. Check back throughout the night for updates! Key Fixtures & Results 2025-05-25T01:02:03Z???? GOAL! It...
???? Inter Miami line-up confirmed for Philadelphia Union clash
This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in ???????? here.The 'Herons' visit the 'Rats' at Subaru Park for Matchday 14 of Major League Soc...
24th May 2025
5️⃣ must-watch matches this weekend in MLS
After midweek action across the US Open Cup, MLS returns once again this weekend with a bevy of intriguing fixtures to please the footballing palate. Headlined by a pair of massive Eastern Conference...
FIFA's Gianni Infantino says 'there are discussions' for Cristiano Ronaldo to play in Club World Cup
Ronaldo has been in negotiations to extend his contract with Al Nassr and there are no plans for a loan transfer.
Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez led Inter Miami players-only meeting after Orlando loss
The embarrassing loss to a state rival Miami was the team’s fifth defeat in seven games.
23rd May 2025
???? Unique milestones to watch out for this weekend in MLS
After the Round of 16 of the 2025 US Open Cup dominated the midweek fixture program across the United States and Canada, MLS action is set to return at the weekend for matchday 15 after an enthralling...
22nd May 2025
What MLS can learn from the J League’s growth in Japan
The J league rallied teams to accept a calendar switch and is making real inroads with mainstream fans – both primary MLS goals.
???? The Debrief from a dramatic evening of U.S. Open Cup action
The U.S. Open Cup round-of-16 wrapped up Wednesday evening, as the final eight teams will enter the upcoming draw. Here is what went down around the country on Wednesday. What happened ???? Hannah...
21st May 2025
USOC: San Jose sink Timbers after extra-time; Chicago beat Revolution
The U.S. Open Cup round-of-16 gets underway Tuesday evening with two all-MLS matchups. Here is what has gone down so far. Extra-time dagger sees San Jose past Portland Scorers: Skahan 116'The San J...
???? MLS Power Rankings: Inter Miami plummet, red-hot Union climb
We're back with another edition of the MLS Power Rankings, and there has been plenty of action around the league since a week ago. Some big boys continue to struggle, while we have surprise leaders a...
LA Galaxy extending Greg Vanney now sends a wrong and telling message
Amid a record winless streak to start the MLS season, the Galaxy did something unthinkable elsewhere around the globe.
Mexican second-tier clubs file suit vs. Liga MX, FMF to resume promotion, relegation
Promotion-relegation in Mexico was supposed to resume later this year following a pause instituted in 2020, but not all clubs are convinced.
USMNT's James Sands staying at St. Pauli on season-long loan for 2025-26
Sands initially joined the German club in January on a loan deal for the remainder of the 2024-25 campaign from New York City FC.
20th May 2025
LAFC and Galaxy each won something notable in their El Tráfico draw
Both LAFC and the Galaxy were disappointed they couldn't win, but they did come away with renewed optimism about the direction of their respective seasons.
Reus features as MLS announces latest Team of the Matchday ????
MLS has announced the latest Team of the Matchday after the weekend's matches. Rivalry weekend did not disappoint, but let's see who made the cut the from Matchday 13.Full team (3-4-3, left to right)...
Financial Fair Play leveling the field in Europe + should MLS teams refuse to do business with rivals?
Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros react to Crystal Palace winning their first ever trophy alongside Bologna & Newcastle ending trophy droughts.
Alex Freeman runs his own route, right onto the USMNT's radar
The son of Green Bay Packers great Antonio Freeman is making a name for himself in MLS, and a USMNT call-up may be up next.
Lionel Messi criticizes MLS refereeing after Inter Miami slump again
The Argentinian star says specific calls have cost his team in recent weeks as Miami have lost five of their last seven games.
19th May 2025
Honors even in thrilling Los Angeles derby; Orlando sink Miami further
We've got two massive MLS games this Sunday evening, as Orlando City travel to take on a slumping Inter Miami, while the two Los Angeles rivals square off for the first time this season. Here is what...
Galaxy score late, but can't end their record winless streak in draw with rival LAFC
Marco Reus scores in the 87th minute as the Galaxy rally to a 2-2 draw with LAFC that ends their five-match losing streak but keeps them winless on the season.
Lionel Messi on Inter Miami's second straight loss: 'The truth is, yeah, it hurts'
The loss brought Miami’s record to just 3-3-6 over its past 12 matches in all competitions.
???? Messi and Suárez start for Inter Miami against Orlando City
This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in ???????? here.Inter Miami hosts Orlando City at Chase Stadium, a Florida state derby, in a new...
18th May 2025
Angel Di Maria confirms he is leaving Benfica this summer
The 37-year-old is in his second stint at the Lisbon club, where he has scored 32 goals in 85 appearances since rejoining from Juventus.
???? A touch of class from Oluwaseyi puts Minnesota ahead
The 2025 MLS has seen one long-range rocket strike after the next this season, and even a few overhead kicks or two, but there's nothing like a cheeky strike to get the blood flowing. As Minnesota Uni...
MLS: Deadlock in Portland; Minnesota beats St. Louis; SDCF and SKC underway
Welcome back to another MLS live blog on what is expected to be a Saturday night filled with plenty of action.MLS Rivalry Week has reached its endpoint this weekend as storylines continue to be writte...
???? NYCFC bag blockbuster opener in Hudson River derby
Another installment of the Hudson River derby is up and running and we already have a potential goal of the week nominee. As NYCFC and NYRB locked horns at the iconic Yankee Stadium, it was the Boys i...
17th May 2025
For LAFC's Mark Delgado, it'll be 'weird' playing against Galaxy in El Tráfico
Mark Delgado will be doing his part to help LAFC beat the Galaxy in the latest installment of the El Tráfico rivalry even if it'll feel strange playing against his former team.
Inside the Hudson River Derby: Can NYCFC overcome recent struggles vs. in-form Red Bulls?
On the latest episode of "The Cooligans," hosts Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros were joined by MLS reporter and analyst Michele Giannone to preview Saturday’s electric matchup and dive deep into both squads’ fortunes.
????️ games you must watch during MLS Rivalry Weekend
While it may not be a norm around the rest of the footballing world, MLS fans are becoming accustomed to seeing the league's best rivalry matchups played out across a matter of a few days. With that ...
LA Galaxy extend head coach Greg Vanney amid 13-game winless run
The LA Galaxy have announced a contract extension for head coach Greg Vanney, seeing the two-time MLS Cup winner commit his future to the club through 2028.Interestingly, this extension comes in the m...
LA Galaxy extend coach Greg Vanney despite record winless start
The reigning MLS champions are off to a brutal title defense, but they're sticking with their manager.
Galaxy sign coach Greg Vanney to contract extension amid franchise-record winless start
Amid a franchise-record long winless start to the season and calls for coach Greg Vanney to be fired, the Galaxy signed him to a contract extension.