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Cristiano Ronaldo walks out on Portugal over a bench decision, Manchester City absorbs a guilty verdict, and Atlanta City FC shows how much thought went into a simple name.

Oct 1, 2026

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12 min read

Young, Tested, and Still Standing

A young USMNT comes from behind to beat Chile 4-2, Emma Hayes goes looking for "how much closer," and Spain brings the World Cup home to Seville before beating Croatia.

Sep 30, 2026

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12 min read

Young Americans

A U.S. team full of fresh faces takes on Chile tonight, Zidane can't stay on the touchline, and the Esposito brothers start together for Italy.

Sep 29, 2026

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10 min read

Meet Atlanta City FC

Atlanta's NWSL club reveals its name, crest and colors, Atlanta United rallies twice for a point against NYCFC, and the USMNT opens its road to 2030 with a teenage-heavy win over Peru.

Sep 28, 2026

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11 min read

Still in Time?

Atlanta United hosts NYCFC without five regulars, Europe's top leagues demand FIFA reform, and a new generation steps up for the USMNT and U.S. U-17 women.

Sep 25, 2026

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14 min read