Neil Young first introduced me to appellative “American” chauvinism. Someone (probably a Lynyrd Skynyrd fan) had accused the Canadian guitar god of not being American — as part of the flack Young took for writing and recording the song, “Southern Man.” Neil’s response was quick, pointed and apt: “I’m plenty American: North American.” Bad Bunny […]
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Violence-hit Guadalajara looks ahead nervously to the World Cup
The city of Guadalajara erupted with cartel violence this past weekend, alongside other parts of Mexico, after an army raid left notorious drug lord “El Mencho” dead.
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What’s in San Diego FC’s secret sauce?
SDFC dictated terms nearly the entirety of the first-round opener in the Concacaf Champions Cup.
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Mexican-Americans aim for the 2026 World Cup with El Tri
Arizonan Richy Ledezma, 25, and Illinoisan Brian Gutiérrez, 22, debuted for Mexico with starts in a 1-0 friendly win at Panama on Jan. 23.
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San Diego FC opens Concacaf Champions Cup against UNAM
San Diego FC opens its 2026 campaign on Tuesday with one of the biggest tests in its short history.
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A window into Mexico’s soccer culture ahead of the World Cup’s return: Pedro González Moctezuma
“It’s super important how Mexicans live soccer, even compared to Americans and Canadians, because they learn a lot from how Latinos connect with the game.”
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Mexico calls up dual nationals Richard Ledezma and Brian Gutiérrez
Mexico coach Javier Aguirre called up Mexican-Americans Richard Ledezma and Brian Gutiérrez for January friendlies against Panama and Bolivia. Illinois-born Gutiérrez joined Chivas from the Chicago Fire after the 2025 MLS season and was Man of the Match in his Liga MX debut on Jan. 10. Arizona native Ledezma joined Chivas last summer from PSV. […]
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Eric Ramsay leaves Minnesota United to manage West Brom
Head coach Eric Ramsay has left Minnesota United to manage English Championship club West Bromwich Albion.
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Too hot to handle? Searing heat looming over 2026 World Cup
With less than six months to go before the 2026 World Cup kicks off, organizers are bracing for what could be their toughest opponent yet: extreme heat.
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Brian Gutiérrez leaves Fire for Chivas
The Chicago Fire has transferred Chicago native and Homegrown midfielder Brian Gutiérrez to Guadalajara for a reported $5 million transfer fee, plus a sell-on clause.