The U.S. forward Sophia Smith reveals some non-soccer facts about herself before heading to New Zealand. Such as why English was her favorite school subject and what she wanted to be growing up, besides a professional athlete. It’s part of U.S. Soccer’s “Meet The 23” series.
Mike Woitalla
Soccer America Executive Editor Mike Woitalla has written freelance articles about soccer for more than 30 media outlets in nine nations. The winner of eight United Soccer Coaches Writing Contest awards, he is the author of two books. He coaches and referees youth soccer, and is a "Soccer Without Borders" volunteer.
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Watch: Lindsey Horan reveal insights into her off-field life
The USWNT ‘Meet The 23’ series kicks off with veteran midfielder Lindsey Horan behind the easel — which makes her think of her architect father — fielding personal questions. Such as how she starts off a perfect day, the best advice she’s gotten, and how she relaxes. (It’s watching soccer).
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Ref Watch: The joys of being a teenage referee
When I was 14 years old, my father and I suited up in our ref uniforms — sewn by my sister, Susi — and were gathering our gear. While about to say good-bye to my mom and my grandmother, Oma asked, “How many yellow cards do you have to bring?” We paused, then figured out […]
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USA-St. Kitts & Nevis Men's Gold Cup Player Ratings
USA-SAINT KITTS & NEVIS EXPRESS:June 28 in St. Louis USA 6 St. Kitts & Nevis 0. Goals: Mihailovic 12, 79, Reynolds 14, Ferreira 16, 25, 50.Att.: 21,216. * * * * * * * * * * The USA, for which anything but a rout against the smallest nation in the Americas would have been embarrassing, put that concern to […]
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Watch: The 2023 U-20 World Cup Film
FIFA’s 20-minute documentary on 2023 U-20 World Cup hosted by Argentina May 20– June 11 June includes scenes from the USA’s run to the quarterfinals, where it fell to eventual champion Uruguay, which beat Italy in the final. Players interviewed between highlights include U.S. goalkeeper Gaga Slonina. Available free on FIFA+ and YouTube.
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USA's Gold Cup quest continues with '100 nation' milestone
U.S. defender Matt Miazga outjumps Jamaica’s Michail Antonio in the USA’s Gold Cup 1-1 opener on Sunday in Chicago. On Wednesday (9 pm ET) in St. Louis, the USA faces Saint Kitts & Nevis, which opened with a 3-0 loss to Trinidad & Tobago. * * * * * * * * * * Saint […]
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2023 MLS All-Star squad set for clash with Arsenal
MLS has revealed the 26-player roster — led by 2022 league MVP Hany Mukhtar (photo above), who this season so far has 13 goals, 7 assists for Nashville SC — that will face Arsenal in the 2023 MLS All-Star Game in Washington D.C., July 19 in Washington, D.C. Eighteen of the league’s 29 clubs are […]
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Watch: An excellent delivery of All-Star Game selection news
Argentine Cristian Espinoza‘s young children surprised him during San Jose Earthquakes practice with news of his selection to — and the jersey for — the 2023 MLS All-Star team, which faces Arsenal July 19 in Washington, D.C.
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Life in Venice: Gianluca Busio on his 'ups and downs' in Italy and his USMNT aspirations
Gianluca Busio, whose club’s team bus is a boat, moved to Italy two years ago at age 19. It was his second big move. He had left Greensboro, North Carolina, at age 14 to join Sporting Kansas City’s academy. When first he brought up the prospect of leaving home in a quest to become a […]
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Watch (mini-doc): How Morocco built a soccer powerhouse
Morocco’s Women’s World Cup debut next month follows its men’s fourth-place finish at the 2022 World Cup. DW Kickoff! tracks how the North African nation’s passion for the sport has translated into success in international competition.