Sophia Vesely

Sophia Vesely

Joined: Sep 18, 2025

Sophia Vesely is a writer, reporter and editor for SI FC, with an emphasis on North American coverage. Her experience comes from regional journalism as a former sports reporter for the Orlando Sentinel, Dallas Morning News and Seattle Times. Vesely graduated from Swarthmore College, where she played collegiate soccer as a wingback. She specializes in MLS, NWSL and NCAA soccer.

Alexi Lalas and Landon Donovan are often outspoken about U.S. Soccer affairs.

Matt Crocker (left) and Mauricio Pochettino (right) had made detailed plans to get the best out of the USMNT in 2026.

Javier Mascherano led Inter Miami to record-breaking success.

Manchester United couldn’t secure the three points.

Kobbie Mainoo has impressed under Michael Carrick.

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The star midfielder will be absent when the Red Devils take on Leeds United.

Neymar’s contract with boyhood club Santos ends this season.

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The Brazilian legend could join MLS as soon as July, following the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Carlo Ancelotti did not include Neymar in his roster for the March international window.

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Neymar has not featured for the Brazilian national team since October 2023.

Players of the USMNT experienced extreme highs and lows this week in club play.

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Mauricio Pochettino must reevaluate his squad following this week’s return to club play.

Inter Miami star Luis Suárez has showed recent interest in appearing in the 2026 World Cup.

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The Inter Miami striker announced he would be open to playing in this summer’s showcase.

Marcelo played against both Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo.

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Marcelo played against both Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo during his nearly 20-year career.

Mauricio Pochettino was considering Patrick Agyemang for his final World Cup roster prior to the striker’s injury.

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The Stars and Stripes have alternatives but Pochettino would have wanted to decide his roster on his terms.

Some fans will have to become night owls to cheer on their countries.

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Some fans will have to watch their nations compete in the middle of the night.

The World Cup kicks off in 10 weeks.

James Rodríguez competed in the March international window for Colombia.

Mikel Arteta exercised peak creativity in Monday’s training session.

Don Garber hopes the 2026 World Cup on American soil will promote interest in MLS.