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Match Preview: Angel City FC Looks to Bounce Back Against Kansas City Current
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Angel City FC heads to CPKC Stadium this weekend for one of its toughest road tests of the season as it takes on the Kansas City Current. After a narrow 2-1 defeat to Racing Louisville FC, Angel City enters the match looking to quickly return to the win column. Despite the result, the club controlled possession for much of the match and created several dangerous scoring opportunities, showing positive signs heading into a difficult matchup against one of th
5 days ago2 min read


Sveindís Jónsdóttir Becoming a Key Piece of Angel City’s Attack
LOS ANGELES — Since arriving at Angel City FC, Sveindís Jónsdóttir has quickly established herself as one of the club’s most dangerous attacking players. The Iceland international has brought pace, physicality and creativity to Angel City’s front line, giving the club another reliable scoring threat. Whether attacking in transition, taking on defenders one-on-one or making dangerous runs into the penalty area, Jónsdóttir has consistently demonstrated the qualities that made h
Jul 302 min read


Angels Power Past Reds to Win Series Behind Explosive Offense
ANAHEIM ---- The Los Angeles Angels closed out their series against the Cincinnati Reds with a 9-6 victory, using timely hitting and a relentless offensive performance to take the series. The Angels wasted little time putting pressure on Cincinnati's pitching staff, stringing together quality at-bats and capitalizing on scoring opportunities throughout the afternoon. Their lineup stayed aggressive from the opening innings, producing consistent offense that helped build a lead
Jul 291 min read


The Work Behind the Spotlight: Inside an NFL Offseason Training Session
WESTLAKE VILLAGE --- With training camp just around the corner, preparation remains the top priority for NFL players. Coleman Shelton, Xavier Smith, Tyler Higbee, and Cooper Kupp recently took part in a high-intensity offseason training session, where every drill reflected the focus and commitment needed to compete at the highest level. Sid Bhongirwar / Sideline Frames Media The workout featured a variety of strength, conditioning, and explosive movement drills designed to p
Jul 291 min read


Racing Louisville Claims Impressive Road Win Over Angel City FC
LOS ANGELES — Racing Louisville FC earned a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Angel City FC on Sunday night at BMO Stadium, delivering one of its most complete performances of the season and securing three valuable points away from home. Facing an Angel City side that entered the match riding a three-game winning streak, Racing Louisville remained composed from the opening whistle. The visitors were disciplined defensively, stayed organized without the ball and made the most of th
Jul 292 min read


Austin FC Shut Out at Home in Loss to Houston Dynamo
AUSTIN, Texas — Austin FC was unable to turn possession into goals Saturday night, falling 2-0 to Houston Dynamo FC at Q2 Stadium in a disappointing home result. The Verde & Black controlled stretches of the match and spent time pushing Houston toward its own penalty area, but clear scoring opportunities were difficult to find. The Dynamo stayed compact without the ball, closed passing lanes through the middle and forced Austin to rely on crosses and shots from less dangerous
Jul 272 min read


Houston Dynamo Earn Valuable Road Victory Over Austin FC
AUSTIN, Texas — Houston Dynamo FC earned an important three points Saturday night, defeating Austin FC 2-0 at Q2 Stadium to continue its strong run of form in the Western Conference. Photo: Stephanie SmithCollins / Sideline Frames Media Houston entered the match looking to build momentum after recent positive performances, and the Dynamo delivered a disciplined display on both sides of the ball. From the opening whistle, Houston remained organized defensively while creating d
Jul 272 min read


Angel City FC Falls Short Against Racing Louisville at Home
LOS ANGELES — Angel City FC saw its three-match winning streak come to an end Sunday evening, falling 2-1 to Racing Louisville FC at BMO Stadium despite controlling much of the match. Photo: Dylan Berkman / Sideline Frames Media Coming into the contest with momentum, Angel City looked to extend its unbeaten run in front of the home supporters. The hosts enjoyed the majority of possession from the opening whistle and consistently pushed into the attacking third, but Racing Lou
Jul 262 min read


LAFC Continues Strong Form with Dominant Victory Over Sporting Kansas City
LOS ANGELES — LAFC continued its impressive run of form Saturday night, defeating Sporting Kansas City 4-0 at BMO Stadium in another commanding MLS performance. The Black & Gold wasted little time taking control of the match. Son Heung-min opened the scoring in the fifth minute, finishing off an early attacking move to give LAFC the perfect start in front of the home crowd. The early breakthrough allowed LAFC to dictate the tempo and keep Sporting Kansas City on the defensive
Jul 252 min read


Reign FC Falls in Heartbreaking Late Collapse Against Gotham FC
NEW YORK — Reign FC came within minutes of securing a valuable road victory Saturday afternoon before Gotham FC scored three late goals to complete a dramatic 3-2 comeback at Icahn Stadium. The visitors made an excellent start despite a lengthy weather delay before kickoff. Reign remained composed from the opening whistle and capitalized on its early opportunities to seize control of the match. Photo: Ryutaro Ihara / Sideline Frames Media Mia Fishel opened the scoring from th
Jul 192 min read


Gotham FC Stuns Reign FC With Dramatic Late Comeback
NEW YORK — Gotham FC produced one of its most memorable finishes in club history Saturday afternoon, rallying from a two-goal deficit to defeat Seattle Reign FC 3-2 at Icahn Stadium. Photo: Ryutaro Ihara / Sideline Frames Media After a weather delay pushed kickoff back more than two hours, Seattle wasted little time taking control. Mia Fishel converted a penalty in the 14th minute before Maddie Mercado doubled the visitors’ lead eight minutes later, giving Reign FC a 2-0 adva
Jul 182 min read


Portland Timbers Dominate Seattle Sounders in Cascadia Derby
SEATTLE — The Portland Timbers returned from the FIFA World Cup break in dominant fashion, defeating longtime rivals Seattle Sounders FC 5-1 Thursday night at Lumen Field in the first Cascadia Cup matchup of the 2026 MLS season. Photo: Andrew Sanchez / Sideline Frames Media The rivalry match marked the first league game for both clubs since the extended World Cup break, and Portland wasted little time taking control. Kevin Kelsy opened the scoring in the 19th minute, giving t
Jul 162 min read


Late Equalizer Earns D.C. United Point Against Houston Dynamo
HOUSTON — Houston Dynamo FC was minutes away from opening the second half of its MLS season with a victory, but a late equalizer from D.C. United forced the hosts to settle for a 1-1 draw Wednesday night at Shell Energy Stadium. Houston controlled possession for much of the evening and looked comfortable after Héctor Herrera opened the scoring just before halftime. The Dynamo continued to dictate the pace after the break, creating several opportunities to double their advanta
Jul 152 min read


Sound Running Sunset Tour Delivers Fast Times at Occidental College
LOS ANGELES — The 2026 Sound Running Sunset Tour brought elite professional and collegiate athletes to Occidental College on Saturday, showcasing one of the premier meets on the summer track and field calendar. Photo: Siddesh Bhongirwar / Sideline Frames Media Held at Jack Kemp Stadium, the World Athletics Silver Label meet served as a key opportunity for athletes preparing for their national championships and the World Athletics Championships. Competitors from around the wor
Jul 112 min read


Pan Pacific Swimming Championships Set to Bring International Competition to Irvine
IRVINE, Calif. — The Pan Pacific Swimming Championships are set to bring some of the world’s top swimmers to Southern California this August, with the 2026 edition scheduled for Aug. 12-15 at the William Woollett Jr. Aquatics Center in Irvine. The meet will give athletes from leading swimming nations another major international stage in a long-course, 50-meter pool. For swimmers, the Pan Pacific Championships are more than just another stop on the calendar. The event offers a
Jul 73 min read


LAFC Defeats El Salvador in Friendly at BMO Stadium
LOS ANGELES — LAFC returned to the field Sunday afternoon with a 3-0 friendly win over the El Salvador National Team at BMO Stadium. The match gave LAFC its first game action since the start of the MLS break in late May, and the Black & Gold used the opportunity to build rhythm in front of their home crowd. Against an international opponent, LAFC controlled the match, created chances and finished with a clean sheet. Photo: Siddesh Bhongirwar / Sideline Frames Media Mark Delga
Jul 62 min read


USMNT Opens Irvine Training Base With Public Session Ahead of World Cup
IRVINE, Calif. — The U.S. Men’s National Team brought World Cup excitement to Orange County on Monday morning, holding a public training session at Great Park Championship Soccer Stadium in Irvine. Photo: Peter Zhan / Sideline Frames Media The event gave fans a rare chance to watch the national team train before the start of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. It was the only public opportunity to see the USMNT practice at Great Park during the tournament, making the session one of the
Jun 82 min read


USMNT Players Embrace World Cup Pressure Before Irvine Public Training Session
IRVINE, Calif. — Before the U.S. Men’s National Team stepped onto the field for its public training session at Great Park Championship Soccer Stadium, the message from players and coaches was clear: the World Cup was no longer something in the distance. The team held a media availability before training Monday morning as it settled into Irvine, its base camp for the 2026 FIFA World Cup group stage. With fans already lining up outside and the stadium preparing for the only pub
Jun 83 min read


LAFC Grinds Out 1-0 Win Over Seattle Sounders
LOS ANGELES — LAFC closed its final match before the World Cup break with a late breakthrough, defeating the Seattle Sounders 1-0 on Sunday night at BMO Stadium. For most of the match, the Western Conference matchup looked like it could finish scoreless. Both teams created moments, but neither side was able to fully take control in the final third. Seattle stayed organized defensively, while LAFC kept searching for the chance that would finally open the game. Photo: Dylan Ber
May 312 min read


Angel City FC Set to Host North Carolina Courage on Sunday
LOS ANGELES — Angel City FC will return to BMO Stadium on Sunday for a regular-season NWSL matchup against the North Carolina Courage, looking to build momentum at home and sharpen its attack against one of the league’s more organized sides. Kickoff is scheduled for 4:00 p.m. PT. Angel City enters the match looking to build consistency at home after a demanding stretch of the NWSL season. The club will need a strong performance from its midfield, especially from Nealy Martin,
May 291 min read
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