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Galaxy disciplines fans for rule violations while protesting team response to ICE raids
A 12-year member of the Angel City Brigade was banned indefinitely by the Galaxy for using a press credential to put up an unauthorized banner on July 4...
Fri, 18 Jul 2025 20:31:09 GMT
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Snoop Dogg is latest American celebrity to buy a stake in an English Football League club
Snoop Dogg has purchased a stake in the EFL Champion club Swansea City, joining several other American celebrities as soccer owners, including LeBron James and Tom Brady...
Fri, 18 Jul 2025 16:34:27 GMT
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Commentary: 2026 FIFA World Cup dress rehearsal exposes the big problem of extreme heat
The FIFA Club World Cup exposed some significant issues that could hamper the 2026 World Cup, with hot weather being among the top concerns...
Tue, 15 Jul 2025 11:00:00 GMT
Sun, 13 Jul 2025 06:12:12 GMT
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LAFC savors win over Colorado as it pushes to collect points amid congested schedule
Denis Bouanga, Nathan Ordaz and Javairo Dilrosun scored one goal apiece, helping LAFC defeat the Colorado Rapids on Wednesday night at BMO Stadium...
Thu, 10 Jul 2025 05:10:32 GMT
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News Analysis: U.S. lost the Gold Cup final to Mexico, but Mauricio Pochettino still earned a win
U.S. soccer coach Mauricio Pochettino coaxed overlooked players into fighting for their country, setting a higher standard for his World Cup roster...
Tue, 8 Jul 2025 11:00:00 GMT
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Appreciation: Friends bid farewell to Rolando 'Veloz' Gonzalez, an L.A. Spanish-language radio pioneer
Jaime Jarrín, Hipólito Gamboa and Armando Aguayo share memories of Rolando 'Veloz' Gonzalez, a master of Spanish-language sports broadcasting...
Sun, 6 Jul 2025 21:17:39 GMT
Sat, 5 Jul 2025 12:00:00 GMT
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Diogo Jota, soccer forward for Liverpool and Portugal, dies in car crash with his brother
Diogo Jota, forward for Liverpool and Portugal soccer teams, dies in a car crash in Spain with brother André Silva, a player in Portugal's second-tier league...
Thu, 3 Jul 2025 18:45:54 GMT
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Far from the Gold Cup, Christian Pulisic connects with youth soccer players who inspire him
Christian Pulisic says he hopes to inspire the next generation of U.S. soccer stars by building affordable training spaces...
Wed, 2 Jul 2025 00:04:44 GMT
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News Analysis: What's wrong with the Galaxy, who went from a championship to the cellar in one season?
The defending MLS champion Galaxy are still stumbling through a historically bad season. But the question remains, why?..
Tue, 1 Jul 2025 11:00:00 GMT
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Monterrey beats Urawa at the Rose Bowl and gets some help to advance in Club World Cup
Inter Milan defeated River Plate to take first place with seven points and Monterrey scored five group points to claim the second spot in the Club World Cup's Group E...
Thu, 26 Jun 2025 16:38:14 GMT
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FIFA Club World Cup casting some doubts over European soccer dominance
Some elite European teams have lost matches at the FIFA Club World Cup, undermining popular notions about the continent's unquestioned dominance in the sport...
Tue, 24 Jun 2025 11:00:00 GMT
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French artist Thieb Delaporte-Richard sees World Cup poster as a love letter to L.A.
Thieb Delaporte-Richard says he wanted the "spirit" of Los Angeles and surrounding areas to be reflected in the official poster for the World Cup in L.A...
Mon, 23 Jun 2025 12:00:00 GMT
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Attendance woes and hot weather creating problems for FIFA Club World Cup
Paris Saint-Germain loses in an upset to Botafogo in a FIFA Club World Cup that so far has been hampered by low attendance and hot weather...
Fri, 20 Jun 2025 04:26:13 GMT
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Juventus players have 'symbolic' visit with Trump at White House: 'It was a bit weird'
Members of the Italian soccer team Juventus visited President Trump in the Oval Office. A team spokesperson later said the visit 'carried no political agenda.'..
Fri, 20 Jun 2025 00:56:53 GMT
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Three Angel City players called up to women's national team
Sisters Alyssa and Gisele Thompson along with goalkeeper Angelina Anderson will be on the roster for friendlies against Ireland and Canada...
Wed, 18 Jun 2025 13:30:00 GMT
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Inter Milan's packed schedule shows strains FIFA Club World Cup places on teams
Inter Milan plays to a 1-1 draw with Monterrey in the FIFA Club World Cup, yet another tournament in an increasingly busy schedule for players and teams...
Wed, 18 Jun 2025 03:07:46 GMT
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Commentary: Angel City takes stand against immigration raids as others stay silent
At a time when many other professional sports teams in Los Angeles are staying silent amid ICE raids, Angel City is using its platform to support immigrants...
Tue, 17 Jun 2025 11:00:00 GMT
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LAFC's 10-match unbeaten streak ends in loss to Chelsea at FIFA Club World Cup
Pedro Neto and Enzo Fernandez score for Chelsea as LAFC 10-game unbeaten streak across all competition ends in a 2-0 loss in the FIFA Club World Cup...
Mon, 16 Jun 2025 21:08:03 GMT
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Paris Saint-Germain hopes Champions League title will help it expand its brand
Paris Saint-Germain defeats Atlético Madrid in its FIFA Club World Cup opener at the Rose Bowl, but expanding its fan base in the U.S. will be an even bigger win...
Sun, 15 Jun 2025 22:55:24 GMT
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Angel City FC wears shirts declaring itself 'Immigrant City Football Club'
Angel City FC players and staff wore shirts in support of immigrants before the team's match on Saturday. The club gave away 10,000 of the shirts to fans...
Sun, 15 Jun 2025 06:00:18 GMT
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Mexico wins its Gold Cup opener, but 'El Tri' fans were in no celebratory mood
Mexico defeats the Dominican Republic 3-2 in its Gold Cup opener, but fans in attendance were on edge because of recent ICE raids targeting the Latino community...
Sun, 15 Jun 2025 04:24:20 GMT
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FIFA Club World Cup: Everything you need to know about all 32 teams
A comprehensive look at each of the teams competing in the FIFA Club World Cup along with their top players and group play schedule...
Sat, 14 Jun 2025 11:00:00 GMT
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Why? Why not. The Club World Cup is more than a trial run for FIFA's marquee event
The 32-team is not only a test of how to run next summer's World Cup. It's the largest, richest and most ambitious global club tournament...
Fri, 13 Jun 2025 10:00:00 GMT
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Amid protests, questions loom about how active ICE will be at Club World Cup games
After border patrol announced it will be at the Club World Cup opener in Florida, a FIFA source couldn't rule out ICE agents working at L.A. games...
Wed, 11 Jun 2025 23:39:47 GMT
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With FIFA World Cup one year away, fans and politicians still aren't sure what to expect
Wednesday marks one year out from the start of the 2026 World Cup. A look at where preparations stand...
Wed, 11 Jun 2025 10:00:00 GMT
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Why the CONCACAF Gold Cup carries significance for 2026 World Cup hosts
The CONCACAF Gold Cup isn't much of a competition for the U.S. and Mexico, but it could provide a valuable framework for their World Cup preparations...
Tue, 10 Jun 2025 11:00:00 GMT
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Lopez: Three years away from the Olympics, L.A. is tripping over hurdles and trying to play catchup
As lead host and a partner in the staging of the next year's World Cup and 2028 Olympic Games, L.A.'s reputation is on the line...
Sat, 7 Jun 2025 10:00:00 GMT
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New Angel City coach Alex Straus sees communication as key to building winning culture
New Angel City coach Alex Straus is working to quickly forge bonds with players as he pushes to mold an NWSL championship contender...
Wed, 4 Jun 2025 21:33:15 GMT
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Not done yet: Christen Press embracing her role as Angel City's elder stateswoman
Christen Press continues to be a force in the locker room for Angel City even if her on-field contributions haven't been as prolific in recent years...
Tue, 3 Jun 2025 11:00:00 GMT
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'This feels amazing.' Denis Bouanga scores in extra time to send LAFC to Club World Cup
LAFC rallies in the second half to force extra time before Denis Bouanga scores in a 2-1 win over Club América in an intense FIFA Club World Cup qualifier...
Sun, 1 Jun 2025 05:49:44 GMT
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Hernández: 'We know what's at stake': LAFC braces for shot at Club World Cup
The MLS club not only is looking to expand its brand globally while earning $9.55 million for making tournament, but forging a pathway to lucrative future...
Fri, 30 May 2025 11:00:00 GMT
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LAFC star Carlos Vela retires and becomes first club ambassador
Carlos Vela, the first designated player LAFC signed, announced his retirement and will become an ambassador for club...
Tue, 27 May 2025 23:00:24 GMT
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Suspect named in Liverpool parade crash faces seven charges, including dangerous driving
At least 50 people were hospitalized after being struck by the Ford Galaxy that drove directly into a tight cluster of fans lining a street...
Tue, 27 May 2025 16:48:54 GMT
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Bruce Arena wary of his L.A. return against a Galaxy team 'due' for success
Bruce Arena and Dave Sarachan will be back at Dignity Health Sports Park for the first time Wednesday when the San José Earthquakes take on the Galaxy...
Tue, 27 May 2025 11:30:00 GMT
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News Analysis: Why are big-name U.S. players passing on World Cup tuneup?
While some notable players such as Christian Pulisic will not take part in the final World Cup tuneup for legitimate reasons, the optics are bad...
Tue, 27 May 2025 11:00:00 GMT
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Angel City's Riley Tiernan used desire and opportunity to prove she belongs
Riley Tiernan's phone wasn't exactly ringing off the hook after she finished her career at Rutgers. She is now a candidate for NWSL Rookie of the Year...
Fri, 23 May 2025 11:00:00 GMT
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Congressional leaders call for streamlined visa process ahead of World Cup, L.A. Olympics
Congressional leaders are asking Marco Rubio to help streamline the visa process for fans hoping to attend 2026 World Cup and 2028 Olympics...
Wed, 21 May 2025 15:22:54 GMT
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Naomi Girma set to play for U.S. women's soccer in upcoming friendlies
Naomi Girma, who last played with the U.S. women's soccer team in the Paris Olympics, will be on the roster for friendlies against China and Jamaica...
Tue, 20 May 2025 15:00:00 GMT
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LAFC and Galaxy each won something notable in their El Tráfico draw
Both LAFC and the Galaxy were disappointed they couldn't win, but they did come away with renewed optimism about the direction of their respective seasons...
Tue, 20 May 2025 11:00:00 GMT
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Galaxy score late, but can't end their record winless streak in draw with rival LAFC
Marco Reus scores in the 87th minute as the Galaxy rally to a 2-2 draw with LAFC that ends their five-match losing streak but keeps them winless on the season...
Mon, 19 May 2025 03:24:13 GMT
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For LAFC's Mark Delgado, it'll be 'weird' playing against Galaxy in El Tráfico
Mark Delgado will be doing his part to help LAFC beat the Galaxy in the latest installment of the El Tráfico rivalry even if it'll feel strange playing against his former team...
Sat, 17 May 2025 11:00:00 GMT
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Galaxy sign coach Greg Vanney to contract extension amid franchise-record winless start
Amid a franchise-record long winless start to the season and calls for coach Greg Vanney to be fired, the Galaxy signed him to a contract extension...
Fri, 16 May 2025 17:15:17 GMT
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LAFC again heating up as it extends unbeaten streak to six games with rout of Seattle
Cengiz Under, Jeremy Ebobisse, Denis Bouanga and Yaw Yeboah score for LAFC in a 4-0 victory over the Seattle Sounders...
Thu, 15 May 2025 04:43:34 GMT
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Angel City defender Savy King, who collapsed during game, has heart surgery
Angel City defender Savy King underwent successful surgery to repair a heart abnormality Tuesday, the team said...
Wed, 14 May 2025 04:44:51 GMT
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Everton FC braces for finale at 133-year old Goodison Park before moving to a new home
More than 65,000 supporters helped Everton build a new home. The club will soon play its final match at Goodison Park, the world's oldest soccer stadium...
Tue, 13 May 2025 11:00:00 GMT
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Women's World Cup will expand to 48 teams in 2031
The United States, which is the only country to bid for the 2031 Women's World Cup, likely will be the site of the biggest women's tournament in history...
Fri, 9 May 2025 19:12:13 GMT
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Reconnecting with Europe: Why LAFC coach Steve Cherundolo is stepping down
The Illinois native who grew up San Diego and played professionally in Germany is ready to reconnect "with the European game and coaching in Europe."..
Thu, 8 May 2025 00:15:50 GMT
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Are the Galaxy cursed? Why things are going so wrong for winless defending champs
The Galaxy became the first team to lose a game without allowing a shot Sunday, falling to 0-11 after winning their sixth MLS Cup title in December...
Tue, 6 May 2025 11:00:00 GMT
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Japanese soccer players forming connections with L.A.'s Japanese American community
Amid Shohei Ohtani's stardom, Angel City's Jun Endo and the Galaxy's Miki Yamane and Maya Yoshida are connecting with fans in the L.A. Japanese community...
Tue, 29 Apr 2025 11:00:26 GMT
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AV Alta finding quick success, and strong fan support, in its inaugural season
AV Alta, a new USL League One club, has averaged 4,500 fans over its first three games playing in a stadium originally built for minor league baseball...
Tue, 22 Apr 2025 11:00:18 GMT