Last Word On Soccer

EDITORIAL – Haji Wright drifts into space between defenders, 40 yards from the Jamaican goal. Christian Pulisic and Gio Reyna work the ball through the middle. Wright sees that Reyna is about to get to the ball with space and visibility up field. The 25-year-old times his run perfectly with the pass from Reyna. He dribbles forward and slips the ball past Andre Blake. Haji … [Read more...] about Goal Scoring Serendipity: The Haji Wright Brace

ANALYSIS – As the rain poured down again on Red Bull Arena, the New York Red Bulls faced Inter Miami CF. Both squads were missing pieces between injuries and International Duty, but the show must go on. A trio of goals from Lewis Morgan, along with Wiki Carmona’s first goal of the 2024 campaign, launched New York past Miami for their second home shutout of the season. Red Bulls … [Read more...] about Red Bulls Shutout Inter Miami CF at Red Bull Arena

PODCAST – Holding The High Line reviews the draw against Seattle Sounders and looks ahead to Houston Dynamo on Saturday. We also talk about Rapids 2 in the Open Cup against Azteca FC and have an Ask HTHL on thirst traps. What are Djordjo Mihailovic and Rafael Navarro doing well and what has to get better in the press and the attack? What can Moise Bombito do for Colorado this … [Read more...] about Holding The High Line: Rapids Draw Seattle

PREVIEW – The United States Men’s National Team are playing in the Nations League Final. It was not a pretty performance on Thursday against Jamaica, but just like teams in March Madness, the USMNT survived and advanced. Given the performance, let’s look at what the lineup could be for Gregg Berhalter and company. USMNT Lineup Prediction for Nations League Final vs … [Read more...] about USMNT Lineup Prediction for Nations League Final vs Mexico

PREVIEW – There is a lot on the line with the CanMNT vs. Trinidad and Tobago game. After losing to Jamaica in the Concacaf Nations League, there will be a lot of pressure for Canada to perform in Saturday’s game at Toyota Stadium. The CanMNT vs Trinidad and Tobago Predictions: Copa América On The Line CanMNT (2-1-2) Note: The loss to the USMNT counts as a draw as it took place … [Read more...] about The CanMNT vs Trinidad and Tobago Predictions: A Lot on the Line