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The World Cup Referee Just Got a Lot More Powerful and You're Going to See Everything
FIFA has named 170 match officials for the 2026 World Cup, the most in tournament history. New countdown rules, expanded VAR powers, and referee body cameras will change how the game looks and feels this summer.

Jason Longshore
Apr 94 min read


Double Espresso, Full Pressure: USWNT Opens April Friendlies Against Japan
Sophia Wilson and Tierna Davidson return as Emma Hayes retools the USWNT roster for a three-game April friendly series against Japan, starting April 11 at PayPal Park in San Jose.

Sidney Walker
Apr 93 min read


Training Ground Notebook: The Mirror Doesn't Lie
Elias Baez and Steven Alzate gave an unusually honest breakdown of the Columbus loss — small mistakes, lost concentration, and a starting eleven that still isn't set.

Jason Longshore
Apr 78 min read


The Growth of Women's Soccer Isn't Coming at Anyone's Expense
Front Office Sports' Margaret Fleming on why the NWSL's rise is good news for the whole sport For a long time, the story of women's professional soccer in America was told as an act of goodwill. A labor of love. Something you did for the community, with financial sustainability treated as a concern for some future version of the league that didn't exist yet. Arthur Blank isn't interested in that framing. Speaking at the Sports Business Journal Business of Soccer event in Atla

Jason Longshore
Apr 64 min read


The Long View: Columbus turned Atlanta United’s possession into a false comfort
Atlanta United had possession, but Columbus Crew created the more dangerous match in a 3-1 loss at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. The Long View breaks down the tactics, lack of depth, and Atlanta’s second-half response.

Jason Longshore
Apr 66 min read


Maddie’s Version: The Attack Remains Atlanta United’s Biggest Concern
Atlanta United’s 3-1 loss to Columbus exposed lingering problems in the attack, from decision-making to intensity, while Jay Fortune’s return offered one positive.
Madison Crews
Apr 53 min read
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