As Lionel Messi embarks on his second full season with Inter Miami CF in 2025, the stakes couldn’t be higher. Following a record-setting campaign that culminated in the Supporters’ Shield last year, the team faced a disappointing early exit in the playoffs. This paradox of success and failure sets the stage for what could be
U.S. Open Cup
In a dynamic pivot reflecting the evolving landscape of North American soccer, Major League Soccer (MLS) has unveiled new guidelines for team participation in four major cup competitions set for 2025 and 2026. This strategic change not only aims to enhance club performance and manage player workload but also ensures that each of the league’s
On a night where the atmosphere shimmered with anticipation, Los Angeles FC (LAFC) secured a resounding victory in the 2023 Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup, defeating Sporting Kansas City with a score of 3-1 after extra time. This win not only marked the club’s first appearance in the Open Cup final, but it also added
The U.S. Soccer Federation recently unveiled the revised format for the 2023-24 U.S. Open Cup, bringing changes to the structure of the competition. In a departure from previous editions, only eight out of 26 Major League Soccer (MLS) teams will have their first teams participate in the upcoming tournament. This shift marks a significant change
After completing what can be considered one of the biggest sports deals in American history, Lionel Messi’s transfer to Major League Soccer marked a significant moment for the growth of the sport in the U.S. The Argentine superstar faced a new challenge at Inter Miami CF, with heightened expectations for the upcoming season. Not only
United Soccer League (USL) CEO Paul McDonough expressed strong disappointment with the U.S. Soccer Federation’s handling of a dispute involving Major League Soccer (MLS) and the 2024 Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup. The ongoing issue has had a significant impact on the USL as well. Since December, when MLS announced that its first teams would
The U.S. Soccer Federation board of directors has greenlit preliminary plans for the 2024 edition of the U.S. Open Cup, but with a twist. According to a source close to the USSF who spoke to ESPN, the upcoming tournament is expected to deviate from recent editions. While details are still being finalized, the decision to