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Philadelphia Union News: Team signs defender Alvas Powell
CHESTER, Pa. (June 10, 2021) – Philadelphia Union announced today that they have signed defender Alvas Powell as a free agent to a one-year minimum senior contract. The Jamaican international joins the Concacaf Champions League semifinal-bound Union with almost eight years’ experience in Major League Soccer, including a MLS Cup winning season in 2015 with Portland…
Read MorePhiladelphia Union News: Jakob Glesnes named to MLS Team of the Week
Monday, Jun 21, 2021 For the second time in 2021, Philadelphia Union defender Jakob Glesnes has been named to Major League Soccer’s Team of the Week. Glesnes earned the spot on the team after netting his second viral goal in as many years with the equalizing goal on the road at Atlanta United FC. The goal in…
Read MoreMajor League Soccer announces launching of a New Professional League
Monday, Jun 21, 2021 NEW YORK (June 21, 2021) – Continuing its deep commitment to growing and elevating the sport of soccer throughout North America, Major League Soccer today announced plans to launch a new professional league in 2022 that will complete the player pathway, from the youth development platform MLS NEXT to the professional ranks,…
Read MorePhiladelphia Union News: Schedule Update: Nashville vs. Philadelphia Moved to Saturday, July 3 at 8 p.m. ET
Philadelphia Union have announced their upcoming match against Nashville SC, originally scheduled for Monday, July 5, will now be played on Saturday, July 3 at 8 p.m. ET. The match will be televised on PHL17. The Philadelphia Union also announced a time change for the Sunday, May 30 game against Portland Timbers from 5:30 p.m.…
Read MorePhiladelphia Union News: Glesnes and Monteiro bright spots from CONCACAF Games
MIAMI, Florida – The quarterfinals of the 2021 Scotiabank Concacaf Champions League are done and dusted and a number of players came up with big performances in this week’s second legs. From the month of May. Here is the Team Of The Week from this week’s matches in the SCCL. GK Luis Cardenas, Monterrey Cardenas made three…
Read MorePhiladelphia Union News: Recently signed Midfielder Daniel Gazdag
Hungarian National Team player joins Philadelphia from Hungarian first tier club Budapest Honvéd FC Philadelphia Union announced today that they have signed attacking midfielder Daniel Gazdag from Budapest Honvéd FC to a two-year contract with a club option for a third and fourth year in exchange for an undisclosed transfer fee. The Hungarian international player,…
Read MoreChicago Fire FC Starting XI tonight vs. Columbus Crew
After a three-week break since their last outing, Chicago Fire FC return to action tonight as they take on the Columbus Crew in the last-ever match Historic Crew Stadium. In front of what will likely be a full capacity crowd for the occasion, the Fire will look to play spoiler and pick up their first…
Read More2021 MLS All-Star Game headed to Los Angeles’ Banc of California Stadium August 25
NEW YORK (June 9, 2021) – After a year of building anticipation, Major League Soccer today announced that the 2021 MLS All-Star Game presented by Target will see the MLS All-Stars face off against the LIGA MX All-Stars on Wednesday, August 25, at Banc of California Stadium in Los Angeles. For the first time ever, two rival…
Read MoreChicago Fire FC announces starting tonight, June 19, Arlo White to broadcast four games on WGN-TV
CHICAGO (June 8, 2021) – Chicago Fire FC today announced play-by-play commentator Arlo White – whose Fire broadcast debut was postponed last year by the pandemic – will call four consecutive games for the Fire starting in Columbus on Saturday, June 19 at 6:30 p.m. CT. This match will be the Crew’s final match at Historic Crew…
Read MoreChicago Fire FC announces schedule changes for two Fall Matches
CHICAGO (May 28, 2021) – Chicago Fire FC today announced schedule changes for two of its regular season home games. Previously scheduled to face Columbus Crew at Soldier Field on Aug. 14 at 7:00 p.m., the Fire will now host the Crew on Sunday, Aug. 15 at 5:00 p.m. CT (WGN-TV, CFFC Live, Latino Mix 93.5 FM).…
Read MoreChicago Fire FC announces forward Robert Berić receives Green Card
CHICAGO (June 9, 2021) – Chicago Fire FC today announced that forward Robert Berić has received his U.S. Green Card, granting him permanent resident status in the United States. With permanent resident status, Berić will no longer occupy an international slot on the Fire’s roster. Berić, 29, was originally signed by the Fire as a Designated Player…
Read MoreChicago Fire FC loans goalkeeper Chris Brady to Forward Madison FC
CHICAGO (June 11, 2021) – Chicago Fire FC today announced goalkeeper Chris Brady has been loaned to USL League One affiliate, Forward Madison FC. The Fire retains the right to recall Brady at any point, subject to MLS roster compliance guidelines. Brady, 17, was signed as the 19th Homegrown Player in Club history on March 24, 2020. A…
Read MoreChicago Fire FC announces Midfielder Luka Stojanović receives Green Card
CHICAGO (June 14, 2021) – Chicago Fire FC today announced that midfielder Luka Stojanović has received his U.S. Green Card, granting him permanent resident status in the United States. With permanent resident status, Stojanović will no longer occupy an international slot on the Fire’s roster. Stojanović, 27, has made eight appearances (six starts) since joining the Fire.…
Read MoreChicago Fire FC unveils new crest inspired by thousands of fans and supporters
June 18, 2021 CHICAGO (June 18, 2021) – Chicago Fire FC today unveiled the Club’s new primary crest and visual identity following a months-long, fan-focused project that saw more than 20,000 Fire fans, supporters, and Chicagoans at large add their voice to the creation of the new identity. Crafted by soccer identity specialist Matthew Wolff, the new…
Read MoreChicago Fire FC Game Notes for Matchup with Columbus Crew tonight
CHICAGO FIRE FC (1-5-1, 4 pts.) vsCOLUMBUS CREW (4-2-1, 13 pts.)2021 MLS REGULAR SEASONKickoff: June 19, 2021 | 6:30 p.m. CT Referee: Alex ChilowiczAssistants: Matthew Nelson; Jeffrey SwartzelFourth Official: Matthew ThompsonVAR: Jorge Gonzalez; AVAR: Craig Lowry BROADCAST INFORMATION TV: WGN-TV, CFFC LiveTalent: Arlo White (play-by-play), Tony Meola (analyst)Radio: TUDN 1200AMRadio Talent: Omar Ramos (play-by-play), Raquel…
Read MoreMLS Player of the Week for Week 7, LA Galaxy Goalkeeper Jonathan Bond
Mon, May 31, 2021 NEW YORK (Monday, May 31, 2021) – LA Galaxy goalkeeper Jonathan Bond has been voted the Major League Soccer Player of the Week for Week 7 of the 2021 MLS season. Bond recorded 12 saves in leading the Galaxy to a 1-0 shutout victory against the San Jose Earthquakes at Dignity Health…
Read MoreToronto FC Match Notes vs. Columbus Crew
TORONTO FC at COLUMBUS CREW2021 MLS REGULAR SEASONKickoff: MAY 29, 2021 | 3:00 P.M. ETHISTORIC CREW STADIUM | COLUMBUS, OH INJURY/DISCIPLINARY REPORT OUT:Ifunanyachi Achara – ACL surgeryJulian Dunn – Hip Osteochondral InjuryDom Dwyer – ThighErickson Gallardo – GroinQUESTIONABLE:Omar Gonzalez – ThighAlejandro Pozuelo – ThighJonathan Osorio – Hip*** MLS Health and Safety Protocols can be found…
Read MoreNew York City FC News: Injury Report for Columbus Crew match
May 21, 2021 New York City FC are back in action this weekend against The Columbus Crew on Saturday, May 22. Head Coach Ronny Deila will be without Brazilian forward Héber as he continues his recovery from the knee injury he suffered last year. He is joined on the sidelines by Thiago and new signing…
Read MoreNew York City FC News: Signed Brazilian Youth National Team Forward Talles Magno as Young Designated Player this week
May 19, 2021 NEW YORK, N.Y., May 19, 2021 – New York City FC today announced that the Club has acquired forward Talles Magno as a Young Designated Player from Brazilian side Vasco da Gama on a contract through the 2026 season. Magno, a 2019 U-17 World Cup winner for Brazil, was recently named one of Goal’s Top…
Read MoreNew York City FC News: Forward Valentin Castellanos Signed New Contract last week
May 13, 2021 New York City FC today announced that forward Valentin “Taty” Castellanos has signed a new five-year contract with the Club through 2025. The Mendoza, Argentina native originally joined NYCFC on loan in 2018 from fellow City Football Group club Montevideo City Torque. The Club activated an option to purchase Castellanos after a successful loan stint which included a goal in his…
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