Author: Matt Nelson
Matt Nelson
Matt is a Seattlelite through and through but lives in Portland, frequently getting into arguments with Timbers fans about how the Sounders are the best team in Cascadia. But for better or for worse, he is also true to the Chelsea crest. Matt has spent time writing on the MLS at MLS Multiplex and Free kicks Report but also has published content outside the soccer world in academic journals and other blogs.
FIFA may be about to place a limit on loaning players. This would force teams to change the way they scout talent.
Major League Soccer was filled with some great moments in 2018. Here are the best memories to look back on as teams prepare for 2019.
Incidents of hate are causing soccer to make world headlines for the wrong reason. Is there room for hate in the beautiful game?
MLS is rolling out a new playoff schedule in 2019, and these changes not only affect the players taking part but also us fans watching. Here’s everything you need to know.
Chelsea rolled out against Manchester City with starting Hazard up top as a false nine. This might provide insight as to how Chelsea plan to catch up to the top of the table. After suffering a worrying midweek loss to Wolves, Chelsea had only won one game out of the last four. They needed to respond in a big way against the undefeated Manchester City. What eventually ended in a 2-0 win for the Blues, Chelsea began the game differently than they had all season. Instead of playing either Giroud or Morata up top, Maurizio Sarri started with Hazard as…
Need to get ready for the MLS Cup Final? Here is a breakdown of what to expect from the Portland Timbers and Atlanta United. The long and tiring MLS season is almost over. The Portland Timbers are taking on Atlanta United in MLS Cup 2018 this Saturday. There are a few different storylines to follow, not only during the game but also before and after. The City of Atlanta The city of Atlanta has quickly become Soccer City, USA. In just their second season in the MLS, Atlanta United has averaged over 53,000 fans per game. The city has embraced…
Chelsea are the reported favorites to sign USMNT and Dortmund phenom Christian Pulisic. But there are reasons for fans to be worried. In the past few weeks, USMNT and Dortmund midfielder Christian Pulisic has been linked with a move away from the Bundesliga. The 20-year-old started his professional career with the German giants in 2016. Since then he has scored 15 goals in 107 appearances across all competitions. But the young American has seemed to have stalled as of late. A move away from Dortmund might be what Pulisic needs to keep progressing as a professional. The team the Mirror…