Denny Medley-USA TODAY Sports Plus, many other quotes from Peter Vermes about injuries, the USMNT job, his future at SKC and more. Another week, another slew of Kansas City and other soccer stories we’ve got to get caught up on, including the first billion dollar MLS franchise. Let’s get to the news! Vermes Says a CB is Coming In Friday’s press conference, Peter Vermes … [Read more...] about Vermes on Adding a CB, MLS Team Values Out, Leibold Arrives, Kit Reveal Date
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What we learned from Vermes’ preseason press conference
Denny Medley-USA TODAY Sports Peter Vermes comments on USMNT job, a new CB signing, and other SKC updates. Sporting KC Manager Peter Vermes spoke to the media on Friday and gave us several important updates. Because... you know... we can’t see anything happening in preseason. In this week’s episode of the Shades of Blue podcast we’re going over everything we … [Read more...] about What we learned from Vermes’ preseason press conference
Sporting’s Lack of US National Team Presence
Photo by Matteo Ciambelli/DeFodi Images via Getty Images A look at Sporting KC’s presence with the US National Team over the last year. Since the rebranding of the Kansas City Wizards into Sporting KC, there has been a push for the team to be a presence with the US national team. Whether it’s been at the full national team level with Matt Besler and Graham Zusi, who … [Read more...] about Sporting’s Lack of US National Team Presence
Rumor: KC Current Tied to Swedish Defender Signing
Greg Bartram-USA TODAY Sports Hanna Glas could be the next Swedish National Team player to join Kansas City. Update 12:20 PM CST: Daniel Sperry of the KC Star confirms the story and Glas is joining the KC Current in preseason. Also, it may not be a 4th ACL injury, hence the quicker recovery timeline, though three ACLs is still a bit of a concern. She's in recovery … [Read more...] about Rumor: KC Current Tied to Swedish Defender Signing
LA Galaxy Post-Match Talking Points, February 4; New Season, Same Galaxy
Los Angeles Galaxy Center-back Jalen Neal started and played 90 minutes in the Galaxy’s 2-1 loss against NYCFC Saturday night at Dignity Health Sports Park. (Photo Credit: Los Angeles Galaxy on February 4, 2023) Los Angeles – The Los Angeles Galaxy made their 2023 home preseason debut on Saturday night with a 2-1 loss to New York City FC. Douglas Costa had a chance to tie the … [Read more...] about LA Galaxy Post-Match Talking Points, February 4; New Season, Same Galaxy
Walter with Brace in Sporting KC Preseason Draw with Louisville City
Photo by Bill Barrett/ISI Photos/Getty Images Kansas City were once again short-handed in terms of personnel with multiple players not rostered getting many of the minutes. Sporting Kansas City’s third preseason game of 2023 is in the books. They pulled back a late draw against Louisville City on Saturday in Phoenix, Arizona finishing 2-2. Both goals were scored by … [Read more...] about Walter with Brace in Sporting KC Preseason Draw with Louisville City
Juice Boxes and Post Game Stats: Flores and Sousa Hit Milestones in Win
Thad Bell Stats and milestones from Saturday night. The Kansas City Comets picked up a 6-5 win over the visiting St. Louis Ambush on Saturday night at Cable Dahmer Arena. A goal in the final minute by Junior Kazeem, his second of the night propelled Kansas City to the win. Here are the stats and milestones from the game. Ignacio Flores’s 2 assists gave him 100 … [Read more...] about Juice Boxes and Post Game Stats: Flores and Sousa Hit Milestones in Win
Vancouver Whitecaps Transfer Roundup – February 3rd, 2023
NEWS – The European January transfer window finished on Tuesday, but many MLS Clubs are still on the hunt for new additions to their team for the upcoming 2023 season. With the home opener just over three weeks away, the Vancouver Whitecaps are slowly starting to make some more important moves after their early start, meaning transfer rumors are at an all-time high. Vancouver … [Read more...] about Vancouver Whitecaps Transfer Roundup – February 3rd, 2023
Former CanMNT International Inks Contract With Atletico Ottawa
As announced by Atletico Ottawa, the club has signed defender Karl Ouimette to a contract that runs until 2024. Ottawa joins six other CPL clubs to have announced a new player. Reigning CPL champions Forge FC have yet to announce a new player. Ouimette, now 30, has earned 18 senior appearances with Canada but has not featured with the national team since 2016. Karl Ouimette … [Read more...] about Former CanMNT International Inks Contract With Atletico Ottawa