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'I'd rather be busy than bored' - former USMNT center back Jay DeMerit scrapped his way to the top of professional soccer, and he hasn't stopped since | Goal.com US Jay DeMerit's story is one of struggle, doggedness, and never quite giving up on his dream. And since he retired, he's tried to reinforce those ideas - in a variety of wonderfully strange ways.

Jay DeMerit moved to England with $2,000 and played for $40/week. He started in the 9th division, eventually became Watford's captain and played for the USMNT.

But his life after has been even more insane. On a self-dubbed "renegade"...

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‘You should be talking about Houston’ - Inside the Dynamo’s overhaul on and off the pitch ahead of the 2026 World Cup | Goal.com US Houston missed the playoffs in 2025, but have gone about restructuring the side ahead of a fresh season, with World Cup momentum to capitalize on

Houston knew they might be bad in 2025. And they were more or less right. So eyes turned to 2026, transfer business, and a World Cup year. On a rebuild that isn’t really a rebuild.

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Fernandez, 35, has trained with the club since Thursday. Played for Tecos FC academy in Mexico as a teenager before knee injuries ended his career.

Club source confirms Cristo Fernandez (the man behind Dani Rojas in Ted Lasso) played 30 minutes in a friendly for USL Championship team El Paso Locomotive against New Mexico United on Saturday.

They are yet to make a decision on his future. Verdict expected this week.

'You're playing for everybody else' - Clyde Best was one of the first Black players to play in England, but his legacy spans across the Atlantic Ocean | Goal.com US Clyde Best was a hero for West Ham, but the majority of his career was spent spreading the gospel of soccer across North America

Clyde Best was one of the first Black players in English football when he joined West Ham in 1968.

He became a club legend and a trailblazer in England, but the majority of his career was spent bouncing around the NASL.

A chat with the man Pele called "the Prince":

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The Rondo: Want to hear Ochocinco's unfiltered takes on ⚽? We do 🙋‍♂️ Plus: Vini Jr. silences...

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'I'll see the game differently' - FC Cincinnati star Evander on learning from Ronaldinho, fixing mistakes from last year, and his MVP aspirations | Goal.com The Brazilian playmaker insists that his inspiration as a footballer comes from one of the game's greats, and hopes that channeling a bit of his samba flair can lift Cincinnati to MLS Cup contention.

Evander absolutely loves Ronaldinho, so we talked a bit about that. Turns out footballers are just like us, after all.

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‘Let the games begin’ - MLS GMs and CSOs welcome 3.0 initiative but warn league must move faster in Lionel Messi, World Cup era | Goal.com US As MLS faces a new era, leading figures around the league are concerned that it might not be doing enough to keep up

MLS 3.0 is a thing. And this is the bit where the league really takes off. But what does it actually entail? And should we be excited - or a little frustrated that change is taking a while?

Talked to GMs, CSOs and others about what they think:

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Nah seriously though, this is some wonderfully watchable stuff and that’s quite fun.

Massive “fuck it we ball” energy from these lot and I’m here for it.

South Georgia Tormenta Will Not Field Team in 2026 The club's future is uncertain at this time.

BREAKING: per multiple sources, South Georgia Tormenta will not be fielding a team in 2026. Signed players to enter a draft, or take severance pay.

Sacramento Republic sign MLS veteran midfielder Memo Rodriguez to free agent deal | Goal.com US USL Championship side Sacramento Republic have signed former Houston Dynamo and Sporting Kansas City midfielder Memo Rodriguez, sources told GOAL. The Texan midfielder will pen a two year deal with th...

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Sources: Sacramento Republic sign veteran midfielder Memo Rodríguez.

Two year contract for former Sporting KC, Houston Dynamo man. Continues a busy offseason for USL Championship side, who picked up Canada international Mark-Anthony Kaye earlier this week.

Backheeled's all-new MLS depth charts are live 👀

Projected XIs. Backup plans. New signings.

Displayed in an easy-to-consume format for all 30 teams — and updated all season long.

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'A better coach than I was a player' - USMNT legend Michael Bradley wants to revamp the New York Red Bulls in first head coaching gig | Goal.com US Michael Bradley always seemed destined for coaching, and is taking on an ambitious project as he hopes to launch a long career

Michael Bradley wants to be better at coaching than he was at football, which seems like quite an ask.

But talk to him about his vision for the Red Bulls and his tactical principles, and the picture of a potentially elite coach is starting to form.

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‘Let the games begin’ - MLS GMs and CSOs welcome 3.0 initiative but warn league must move faster in Lionel Messi, World Cup era | Goal.com US As MLS faces a new era, leading figures around the league are concerned that it might not be doing enough to keep up

MLS 3.0 is a thing. And this is the bit where the league really takes off. But what does it actually entail? And should we be excited - or a little frustrated that change is taking a while?

Talked to GMs, CSOs and others about what they think:

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‘I know the club’ - Why LAFC promoted Marc Dos Santos to head coach and how he plans to utilize Son Heung-Min and Denis Bouanga differently in 2026 | Goal.com US The Western Conference favorites resisted the temptation to hire from abroad, and instead promoted from within to replace long-time manager Steve Cherundolo

I talked to Marc Dos Santos about sideburns, PSG, Pep Guardiola and why he’s the perfect hire for an LAFC that were so, so close last year

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Simply the best: How St. Louis channeled Tina Turner to design one of the best kits of the year | Goal.com US The club's gold alternate jersey pays homage to Turner, whose music career started in the bars of St. Louis

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'It’s a big year for me' - After a limited 2025, it’s time for the Philadelphia Union to unleash Cavan Sullivan | Goal.com US The Philadelphia Union academy product didn't have the 2025 many expected, but this year should present a new chance for the 16-year-old prodigy.

This feels like a pretty big season for Cavan Sullivan, so I wrote about why it is a pretty big season for him.

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This is what most people refer to as a "good signing"

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The Rondo: James Rodriguez is coming to Minnesota for a few months. That’s totally fine. Plus: Ranking the top 25...

Hi guys the GOAL newsletter just dropped and apparently quite a few people read this thing (there's data and everything)

If YOU want to be one of those people here ya go!

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No strings attached: Why James Rodríguez's rumored move to Minnesota United makes sense | Goal.com US James Rodriguez is reportedly nearing a deal to sign with Minnesota United, which would be a perfect short term agreement for both parties ahead of the World Cup

James Rodriguez and Minnesota United, MLS's perfect situationship

(as promised)

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(Yes, there is a column being written about this. And yes, I have tried to shoehorn a Heated Rivalry reference into it that will almost certainly be cut by my editor.)

(I'm serious, though. My working theory is that this is the perfect fling. Both people know what they want. It has a clear expiration date. Everyone goes home happy.)

James Rodriguez and Minnesota United is the footballing equivalent of being friends with benefits. In this essay I will...

‘Learned how to suffer’ - Miguel Almirón, Emmanuel Latte Lath back Atlanta United revival under Tata Martino | Goal.com US Atlanta United massively underperformed last year, but continuity on the pitch and a club legend in the dugout may yet change their fortunes.

Atlanta United were pretty bad last year. They think they can turn things around. Chatted with Miggy Almiron and Emmanuel Latte Lath about "learning to suffer" and the pieces being in place for, well, something better.

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The Rondo: USMNT World Cup roster predictions are here! Plus: Why Pepi should stay...

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