And now the games come fast and furious. Some MLS teams, like Vancouver, played on last Wednesday before jetting to weekend matches. Many played this Wednesday before heading to more matches on the first weekend in June. It’s almost more than a poor, overburdened, underpaid and ridiculously good-looking St. Louis City soccer writer can keep up with. And Memorial Day weekend … [Read more...] about A Bird in Hand: SLCSC, Vancouver Whitecaps & Houston Dynamo
Last Word SC Radio: MLS Potatoes and Eggs, Open Cup Fifth Round, and More
PODCAST – What’s up Internet? This week, Last Word SC Radio is back. We get caught up on MLS with a game of Potatoes and Eggs. Matt, Rachael, Harvey, and Raheem each pick a team we feel has underperformed expectations and exceeded expectations so far. We also discuss the state of Chicago Fire and New York Red Bulls given the departures of Ezra Hendrickson and Gerhard Struber, … [Read more...] about Last Word SC Radio: MLS Potatoes and Eggs, Open Cup Fifth Round, and More
LA Galaxy Post Match Talking Points for April 16: Galaxy Dominate, but Lose
Los Angeles Galaxy Winger Tyler Boyd celebrates his first goal of the season and for the Galaxy in a 3-2 home loss against LAFC on Sunday, April 16, 2023. (Photo Credit: LA Galaxy) Los Angeles – The unthinkable has happened. After six seasons, 18 attempts, and numerous leads wasted, LAFC finally got over their usual mental meltdown and beat the Los Angeles Galaxy at Dignity … [Read more...] about LA Galaxy Post Match Talking Points for April 16: Galaxy Dominate, but Lose
NWSL Opening Round Preview: The Playoffs Begin on Sunday
The past two weeks have been some of the most eventful in NWSL history. After the conclusion of the regular season play came the release of the Sally Yates report. The former Attorney General’s findings showed the darkest side of the sport and lead to the firing and resignations of many coaches and executives. Many continue to rightfully focus on the safety of players and … [Read more...] about NWSL Opening Round Preview: The Playoffs Begin on Sunday
Playoff Scenarios in NWSL Heading Into Final Weekend
This weekend will see the final matches of the regular season in NWSL. So far, four teams have clinched playoff spots, Four have been eliminated and four have yet to decide their fate. Along with the battle for making the playoffs is who will top the table and win the NWSL Shield. As well as see who will receive a bye week to begin the playoffs. So, here are the playoff … [Read more...] about Playoff Scenarios in NWSL Heading Into Final Weekend