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LAFC head into the tie as favorites.

LAFC vs. Austin FC—MLS Cup Playoff Game 1: Preview, Predictions and Lineups

Son Heung-min should play in his first MLS Cup playoff match.

Ben Steiner
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Oct 29, 2025
Austin FC host Nashville SC in the 2025 U.S. Open Cup Final on Wednesday night.

Austin FC vs. Nashville SC: U.S. Open Cup Final Preview, Predictions and Lineups

Both Austin and Nashville will look to win their first major trophy on Wednesday night at Q2 Stadium.

Ben Steiner
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Oct 1, 2025
Hany Mukhtar (center) celebrates a goal in Nashville SC's 7–2 win over Chicago Fire FC

MLS Power Rankings: Nashville SC Dominate, Inter Miami Lose Barnburner on Matchday 10

The 2025 MLS season has no more undefeated teams after Inter Miami CF fell 4–3 to FC Dallas on Matchday 10.

Ben Steiner
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Apr 28, 2025
Hirving "Chucky" Lozano helped San Diego FC top Nashville SC on Matchday 27.

MLS Power Rankings: San Diego FC, Orlando City SC Impress After Matchday 27

It was a quieter MLS weekend ahead of the 2025 Leagues Cup between 18 MLS clubs and Liga MX opposition.

Ben Steiner
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Jul 28, 2025
Brandon Vázquez could be on his way back to MLS.

Austin FC to Complete Club-Record Transfer for USMNT Striker, per Report

Austin FC are reportedly close to signing Brandon Vázquez from CF Monterrey for a club-record $10 million.

Amanda Langell
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Jan 6, 2025
Inter Miami CF traded Robert Taylor (pictured) and Julian Gressel on Wednesday, opening up space for a big move in the near future.

MLS Transfer Deadline Day: Why Inter Miami Traded Robert Taylor, Julian Gressel and Other Moves

What did you miss on the final day of the MLS Primary Transfer Window?

Ben Steiner
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Apr 25, 2025
Atlanta United's Alexey Miranchuk scored the best goal from the latest round of MLS regular-season play.

MLS Goals of the Week: Miranchuk, Owusu and More From Matchday 27

MLS Matchday 27 brought plenty of highlight-reel moments from Austin FC, Atlanta United and more.

Ben Steiner
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Jul 28, 2025
Inter Miami's Javier Mascherano is one of 13 new head coaches in MLS in 2025.

Inter Miami's Mascherano and More: Who Are the 13 New MLS Managers?

Inter Miami FC and 12 other clubs have new head coaches in MLS in 2025.

Ben Steiner
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Feb 8, 2025
Check out all the 2025 Premier League January transfer moves.

2025 Premier League January Transfer Moves: All Transfers, Signings, Loans

Check out every Premier League club's transfer moves in the January transfer window.

Amanda Langell
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Feb 3, 2025
Kylian Mbappe (left) finds himself in the top three for fastest players in the Champions League this season.

Who is the Fastest Player in the Champions League? Top 10 Revealed

The 10 fastest players in the UEFA Champions League this season ranked by top speed through the round of 16.

Max Mallow
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Mar 7, 2025
Columbus Crew SC remained undefeated with a 2–1 win over D.C. United

MLS Power Rankings: Columbus Crew, Inter Miami Stay Undefeated After Matchday 6

Which clubs moved up the MLS Power Rankings after Matchday 6?

Ben Steiner
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Mar 31, 2025
Scottie Barnes blends in at Brandon Ingram's press conference

Brandon Ingram Cracked Up As Scottie Barnes Snuck Into Introductory Press Conference

Scottie was sly.

Blake Silverman
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Feb 12, 2025
Vancouver Whitecaps FC sit atop the MLS standings after Matchday 7

MLS Power Rankings: Vancouver Whitecaps, San Diego FC Thriving After Matchday 7

There's a new club atop the Sports Illustrated MLS Power Rankings this week.

Ben Steiner
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Apr 7, 2025
Gabriel Pec.

2025 MLS Power Rankings: The Top Teams to Watch This Season

With the 2025 MLS season fast approaching, we analyze where every team stands after a dramatic offseason filled with major transfers, surprises, and key signings.

Barnaby Lane
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Feb 14, 2025
Minnesota United rose up the MLS Power Rankings this week with a win over the San Jose Earthquakes.

MLS Power Rankings: Clubs Hit Their Stride on Matchday 3

Just two teams remain perfect after three weeks, the Philadelphia Union and Vancouver Whitecaps FC.

Ben Steiner
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Mar 10, 2025
Diego Rossi scored two goals as the Columbus Crew beat the Chicago Fire 4–2 to open the MLS regular season.

MLS Power Rankings: Where Do Clubs Sit After Matchday 1?

Atlanta United and FC Cincinnati had their record signings score while San Diego FC toppled the reigning MLS Cup champions.

Ben Steiner
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Feb 24, 2025
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