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[Backheeled @Backheeled]

The Mauricio Pochettino era seems to be over for U.S. Soccer 🇺🇸

Was it ever really worth the investment?

A look at Pochettino's complicated USMNT legacy, the timing of his departure, and what's next for the U.S. heading into 2030.

@joeclowery ⤵️
https://t.co/irthyoe45A

[Backheeled @Backheeled]

𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗴𝘂𝗲! 📽️📺 | THE CONFERENCE SEMI FINAL PLAYOFF OBSERVATIONAL INVITATIONAL! https://t.co/h0oqB2i5YO

[John Morrissey @USLTactics]

Need to catch up on the USL postseason? I've got you covered.

Power ranking the Championship's remaining four clubs and recapping the weekend ➡️ https://t.co/8ueCRqID2R

Breaking down semifinal wins for Boise, Charlotte➡️https://t.co/sNMNkUfsX6

[Joseph Lowery @joeclowery]

My 2026 MLS awards ballot ⭐️

🥇 MVP: Lionel Messi
⚽ Coach: BJ Callaghan
🆕 Newcomer: Antoine Griezmann
👶 Young: Cavan Sullivan
🚫 Defender: Mbekezeli Mbokazi
🧤 Goalkeeper: Matt Turner

Full breakdown + my Best XI here for @Backheeled ⤵️
https://t.co/eafOK7EAyR

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The USL League One final is set 👀

Here’s how Charlotte Independence and AC Boise advanced 🏆

From @USLTactics ⤵️
https://t.co/XlVKULll1f

[Backheeled @Backheeled]

After the latest round of USL Championship playoff action, which teams look capable of winning it all?

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@USLTactics ranks the remaining outfits — and eulogizes the departed clubs.

Find out where your team ranks ⤵️
https://t.co/L8u1VdWVhA

[Backheeled @Backheeled]

With 2026 MLS regular season officially over, who should claim this year's most prestigious awards?

Our writers weigh in on the debate for...

▪️ MVP
▪️ Coach of the Year
▪️ Best Newcomer
▪️ Best Young Player
▪️ Best Defender
▪️ Best Goalkeeper

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https://t.co/dw1c6HYddf

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Did Mauricio Pochettino make the right calls with his latest USMNT roster?

@joeclowery grades his choices at each position group ahead of the U.S.'s upcoming meetings with Haiti in the Concacaf Nations League 🇺🇸

Read ⤵️
https://t.co/PMe3PE7be0

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This time of year, USL coaching changes are inevitable.

Some clubs have vacancies. Others have managers with tons to prove.

@USLTactics examines the hottest seats in the Championship and League One. So, who could be axed next?

Read ⤵️
https://t.co/PH5aQGH2Jo

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Mauricio Pochettino’s latest USMNT roster is here ahead of his team's upcoming clashes with Haiti 🇺🇸

Did the U.S. manager make the right calls?

@joeclowery grades the choices at every position.

Read ⤵️
https://t.co/PMe3PE7be0

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"He’s one of the best athletes that [the] soccer world has."

"Not [just] in USA, like around the world.”

Peyton Miller, the 18-year-old MLS standout, has already made his USMNT debut.

@tha_Real_Kumar examines Miller's rise and future ⤵️
https://t.co/0lWw1etHAs

[Backheeled @Backheeled]

Ahead of the USMNT's November camp, our writers discuss:

▫️ Who do we want to see Pochettino call up?
▫️ Which player has the most to gain?
▫️ One bold prediction
▫️ ...and so much more 🇺🇸

On the U.S.'s key players, tactics, and big-picture questions ⤵️
https://t.co/VkGQeVFySs

[Backheeled @Backheeled]

𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗴𝘂𝗲! 📽️📺 | THE ROUND ONE PLAYOFF OBSERVATIONAL INVITATIONAL! https://t.co/k0Xym7IGMl

[Backheeled @Backheeled]

Peyton Miller is one of the most exciting young talents in U.S. soccer 🇺🇸

The 18-year-old New England Revolution star has already earned a USMNT start and is already attracting major European interest.

From a Connecticut condo to Chile, @tha_Real_Kumar tells Miller's story.

Read ⤵️
https://t.co/o2VKr6vmDl

[Backheeled @Backheeled]

𝐌𝐋𝐒 𝐖𝐢𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐋𝐨𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐬

▫️ A wild Decision Day ahead out West
▫️ FC Cincinnati find their footing
▫️ Vancouver Whitecaps, top-tier trophy threat?
▫️ ...and much more!

We dive into the standout players, teams & stories from around MLS ⤵️
https://t.co/MPuBUt0tUZ

[Backheeled @Backheeled]

The first round of the USL Championship playoffs is in the books 🏆

Which teams look like favorites to win it all? And what went wrong for the losing sides?

@USLTactics dives into anything and everything from the weekend's action ⤵️
https://t.co/Kjuy39SJaA

[Backheeled @Backheeled]

What did you miss from the opening weekend of USL League One playoff action?

▪️ AC Boise's bid for "true" promotion
▪️ Charlotte Independence roll on
▪️ Chattanooga Red Wolves' defensive triumph
▪️ ...and so much more

@USLTactics breaks it all down ⤵️
https://t.co/cJAbfJ5WDc

[John Morrissey @USLTactics]

Always one of my favorites of the year: USL Playoff Tiers!

Who’s a contender, who’s a dark horse, and who should be planning their vacation? I sort out the field —> https://t.co/eeEiThYb7l

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The USL League One playoffs kick off on Friday 🏆

Who are the favorites? And who are the dark horses?

@USLTactics has the 2026 playoff tiers to get you ready for the postseason ⤵️
https://t.co/ewqBLDeJJ8