Paul Kennedy, Author at Soccer America

Tessmann takes Lyon to top of Ligue 1

by Paul KennedySeptember 20, 2025September 20, 2025

Tanner Tessmann scored on a rebound off a corner kick to give Lyon a 1-0 win over Angers and a temporary place at the top of Ligue 1 along with defending champion PSG.

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Courage climbs into playoff position

by Paul KennedySeptember 20, 2025September 20, 2025

The North Carolina Courage moved into position to make the NWSL playoffs when it the Orlando Pride 1-0 at Inter&Co Stadium on a late goal from 20-year-old Japanese midfielder Shinomi Koyama.

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D.C. United hires Turkish-German headhunter to oversee soccer operations

by Paul KennedySeptember 19, 2025September 20, 2025

D.C. United has named soccer headhunter Erkut Sogut as its managing director of soccer operations.

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Commissioner Jessica Berman on leveraging the NWSL’s superpower

by Paul KennedySeptember 19, 2025September 19, 2025

Jessica Berman, the NWSL commissioner since March 2022, has overseen unprecedented growth in women’s pro soccer.

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Heavy American presence in UEFA Women’s Champions League

by Paul KennedySeptember 19, 2025September 19, 2025

Nine of the 18 teams feature Americans. They include six 2024 Olympic gold-medalists.

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Miami FC reveals Homestead plans

by Paul KennedySeptember 18, 2025September 19, 2025

Miami FC announced its plans for a $300 million development project 35 miles from downtown Miami in the city of Homestead.

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Venganza: Messi and Alba lead Inter Miami past Sounders

by Paul KennedySeptember 17, 2025September 17, 2025

Lionel Messi had a goal and an assist as Inter Miami beat Seattle 3-1 16 days after losing to the Sounders 3-0 in the Leagues Cup final.

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NWSL welcomes a fifth media partner, expands two deals

by Paul KennedySeptember 16, 2025September 16, 2025

Beginning in 2026, the NWSL will have five partners. The moves will coincide with the expansion of the NWSL to 16 teams and launch of a regular season-ending Decision Day.