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CF Montreal extend G Thomas Gillier's loan through December
CF Montreal extended goalkeeper Thomas Gillier's loan from Bologna FC through December 2026.,The transaction announced Friday includes an option to further extend the deal through June 2027.,Gillier, 22, has recorded three clean sheets in 14 starts this season with Montreal.,"Since his arrival, he s...
NYCFC M James Sands returns from loan, inks extension
New York City FC midfielder James Sands returned from his loan to Germany's FC St. Pauli and signed a contract extension.,The team announced Thursday that the 25-year-old is under contract through 2029-30 with an option for 2030-31.,Sands joined St. Pauli in January 2025 and recorded one goal and on...
Rapids transfer M Connor Ronan to Aberdeen FC
The Colorado Rapids transferred midfielder Connor Ronan to Scotland's Aberdeen FC on Wednesday.,Ronan, 28, had one assist in six matches (two starts) this season, his fourth with the Rapids.,The Englishman accumulated two goals and 14 assists in 103 appearances across all competitions from 2023-26.,...
Union part ways with veteran D Olivier Mbaizo
The Philadelphia Union waived longtime defender Olivier Mbaizo on Wednesday.,The 28-year-old Cameroon native had been under contract through the 2026 MLS season.,Mbaizo tallied 13 assists in 122 regular-season matches with the Union from 2018-26. He had made only one appearance this season.,"We want...
Improved Earthquakes sign coach Bruce Arena through 2028-29 season
Bruce Arena, who has guided the San Jose Earthquakes to vast improvement in his second season as head coach and sporting director, signed a new contract through the 2028-29 season on Monday.,The winningest coach in MLS history, Arena has the Earthquakes (10-3-2, 32 points) tied for first place in po...
Four World Cup Teams Who Have No Real Chance of Winning It All
Croatia, Portugal, Germany and Uruguay have World Cup aspirations, but each faces major flaws that could prevent a championship run in 2026....
Four Big Takeaways From Day 1 of the 2026 World Cup
From a flurry of red cards to Mexico's historic opening win, here are the biggest takeaways from Day 1 of the 2026 World Cup....
D Mitja Ilenic returns to NYCFC from loan
New York City FC defender Mitja Ilenic returned to the club Friday from his loan to Poland's Rakow Czestochowa.,The 21-year-old Slovenia international made six appearances during the loan spell that began in January.,"We are excited to welcome Mitja back," NYCFC sporting director Todd Dunivant said....
Top Storylines to Watch as the 2026 FIFA World Cup Kicks Off
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is here. From Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo to the USMNT and Kylian Mbappe, here are the tournament's biggest storylines....
Six Things That Must Happen for USMNT to Win the World Cup
The United States enters the 2026 World Cup as a longshot, but a deep run isn't impossible. Here's what must happen for the USMNT to shock the world....
NYCFC announce departure of D Strahinja Tanasijevic
New York City FC defender Strahinja Tanasijevic has departed the club, the team announced on Wednesday.,Tanasijevic, 28, joined NYCFC in February 2024 and made 43 appearances across all competitions.,"We would like to thank Tana for the commitment and professionalism shown throughout his time with t...
Crew sign veteran free agent D Brooks Lennon
The Columbus Crew have signed veteran defender Brooks Lennon in free agency.,Lennon, 28, is under contract through June 2027 with club options for the 2027-28 and 2028-29 seasons.,He has 12 goals and 42 assists in 257 MLS matches with Real Salt Lake (2017-19) and Atlanta United (2020-25).,"Brooks is...
LAFC acquire D Yevhen Cheberko from Crew
Los Angeles FC acquired defender Yevhen Cheberko from the Columbus Crew on Tuesday in exchange for a 2026 international roster slot.,The 28-year-old Ukrainian international will be added to the LAFC roster after the MLS secondary transfer window opens July 13.,Cheberko has recorded one goal and one ...
Rapids GK Zack Steffen out for season after shoulder surgery
Colorado Rapids goalkeeper Zack Steffen underwent successful shoulder surgery and will be out of action for a period of five to six months, the club announced Tuesday.,Steffen, 31, was acquired from English Premier League side Manchester City in January 2024. ,He began his pro career with the Columb...
Revolution extend D Will Sands through 2030 season
The New England Revolution signed defender Will Sands to a contract extension through the 2030 season on Tuesday.,Financial terms were not disclosed by the team for Sands, who joined the Revolution during the 2024 summer transfer window.,"We are thrilled to extend Will Sands and keep him in New Engl...
Jim Curtin named Austin FC's new coach for '27 season
Jim Curtin, a two-time MLS Coach of the Year, will take over as Austin FC's next manager at the conclusion of the 2026 season, the club announced Monday.,He's set to replace Nico Estevez, who was fired on May 18, midway through his second season leading the club. The team entered the World Cup break...
World Cup 2026 Preview: History, Favorites And Major Questions Ahead
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is almost here. Get caught up on the teams, players, host cities, favorites and biggest storylines before kickoff....
Everything You Need To Know Before The 2026 FIFA World Cup Begins
Get ready for the 2026 FIFA World Cup with answers to seven key questions about the teams, format, favorites and biggest stars....
Miami's Lionel Messi leads 2026 MLS All-Star squad
Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi leads the list of MLS All-Stars named Friday for next month's showcase against the top stars of Mexico's Liga MX.,The two-time league MVP and reigning MLS Cup champion headlines the 2026 MLS All-Star First XI selected to play in the July 29 contest at Charlotte's Ban...
The Changes to the World Cup Suck
The expanded World Cup format creates more opportunities for nations, but it may also reduce the pressure and drama that made the tournament special....