Lionel Messi completed Inter Miami's latest comeback with his very first touch — and then capped it off with a hat trick.
Championship roundup: Cardiff hit five to stun Wayne Rooney and Plymouth
- Interim manager Riza claims second win in three games
- Burnley go top; Portsmouth beat QPR at bottom of table
Wayne Rooney bemoaned a “difficult” afternoon after watching from the stands as his Plymouth side were hammered 5-0 at Cardiff.
Michael Obafemi spurned a glorious chance for Plymouth early on, and it was all downhill for the visitors after that, with goals from Alex Robertson, Rubin Colwill, Anwar El Ghazi, Callum Robinson and Chris Willock. Ibrahim Cissoko was sent off five minutes before the break after reacting to an incident with Perry Ng.
Continue reading...‘Have you forgotten everything?’ Mainz fans’ fury at Klopp’s Red Bull move
- Fans of Klopp’s former club display banners at game
- Kane hat-trick sinks Stuttgart; Celta Vigo 1-2 Real Madrid
Jürgen Klopp has been criticised by fans of his former club Mainz for his decision to join the energy drinks company Red Bull and oversee its network of clubs. Mainz supporters held banners during their team’s Bundesliga game against Leipzig – a Red Bull-backed club – in which they addressed their former hero.
“Have you forgotten everything we gave you?” asked one huge banner behind one of the goals, referring to Klopp’s tearful farewell speech when he left the club after 18 years as a player and coach in 2008.
Continue reading...Pulisic wrong for leaving early? Plus England hire Tuchel, Will Kuntz talks LA Galaxy & Rápido Reactions
Christian and Alexis react to the USMNT’s loss to Mexico. Then, the guys chat with LA Galaxy general manager Will Kuntz. Later, Christian and Alexis bring back rápido reactions.
How Inter Miami built, and Lionel Messi wooed, the greatest MLS team ever
Inter Miami's rise to a historic MLS season was years in the making, anchored by the arrival of Lionel Messi and a meticulously constructed roster designed to complement the GOAT.
FA Cup first round: MK Dons to host AFC Wimbledon among standout ties
- League One leaders Birmingham to visit Sutton
- Weston-super-Mare head up to Bristol Rovers
MK Dons will host AFC Wimbledon in the first round of the FA Cup. The two sides will go head to head in the all-League Two affair at Stadium MK next month, having already faced each other in the league this season, Wimbledon winning 3-0.
The League One leaders Birmingham were drawn away at National League club Sutton, while Wrexham, second in the table behind Birmingham, will travel to Harrogate. Bristol Rovers will host their near neighbours Weston-super-Mare of the National League South.
Continue reading...Jurgen Klopp joins Red Bull, MLS reveals their top 22 under 22 & Rápido Reactions
Christian and David react to Jurgen Klopp joining Red Bull & the Chicago Fire hiring Gregg Berhalter. Then, the guys react to MLS 22 under 22. Later, Christian and David bring back Rápido Reactions.
Champions League Cinderellas, Mauricio Pochettino’s first camp with USMNT & should Lionel Messi win MLS MVP?
Christian and Kyle Martino react to a busy Champions League week. Then, the guys look ahead to the USMNT’s first international window under Mauricio Pochettino. Later, Christian and Kyle discuss whether Lionel Messi deserves this season’s MLS MVP.
Lionel Messi, despite missing half of the MLS season, is still the clear MVP
Lionel Messi's unprecedented MVP candidacy challenges the history of U.S. pro sports, but his transformative impact for Inter Miami is undeniable.
FC Cincinnati, MLS denounce alleged anti-gay slur targeted at player during game vs. NYCFC
An MLS game got ugly at one point on Wednesday.
‘I came here to win trophies’: Olivier Giroud leads LAFC to US Open Cup win
- US Open Cup final: LAFC 3-1 Sporting Kansas City
- Giroud picks up 12th major trophy of his career
Olivier Giroud and Hugo Lloris reached the pinnacle of soccer’s mountaintop by helping France win the 2018 World Cup. On Wednesday night, they said they celebrated just the same after helping Los Angeles Football Club take home the Lamar Hunt US Open Cup with a 3-1 victory over Sporting Kansas City in extra time.
Giroud and Lloris were just as surprised to be feeling the same emotion, but adding another trophy can do that.
“It is different when you have to play in a final. You just go for it. I’m really proud of the team,” said Giroud, who opened the scoring in the second half.
It is the 12th major trophy of Giroud’s career, who will turn 38 on Monday. Lloris joined LAFC this season, becoming the first World Cup winner to play for the club. Later during the MLS midseason break, Giroud joined the club on a free transfer from Milan, reuniting with his former international teammate.
Continue reading...Hurricane Helene’s effect on MLS: Storm could impact Lionel Messi, Inter Miami this weekend
Lionel Messi and Inter Miami are set to host Charlotte FC on Saturday night.
Champions League is back, MLS midweek reactions & more “rápido reactions”
Christian and Alexis react to the first Champions League matchday. Then Christian and Alexis chat MLS midweek action. Later, Christian and Alexis talk soccer news in another edition of “rápido reactions”.
North London derby reaction, Wiso Vasquez & Amelia Lopez discuss MLS & is there a new face of the NWSL?
Christian and Alexis react to Arsenal’s big win in the North London Derby. Then Christian and Alexis welcome on Wiso Vasquez and Amelia Lopez to chat MLS. Later, Christian and Alexis talk Trinity Rodman’s case to be the new face of the NWSL.
Arsenal & Chelsea with statement wins, Columbus Crew continue dominance & the boys debut a new segment
Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros break down strong performances from Arsenal and Chelsea last weekend. They also react to the Leagues Cup final and break down the current situation with the San Diego Wave. The boys then debut their new segment, “Oh For Real!?”