Lionel Messi's tearful farewell from Barcelona didn't have to happen
The unthinkable is official: Messi is leaving Barcelona. But fact is, Sunday's farewell was avoidable, Doug McIntyre writes.AUGUST 8, 2021
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What went into Lionel Messi's exit from Barcelona? And what does his future hold?
Doug McIntyre examines the nuances behind Lionel Messi's stunning exit from Barcelona, along with what could happen next.AUGUST 5, 2021
What's next for USWNT after disappointing showing at Olympics?
The USWNT regrouped to win the bronze, but a team rebuild is needed to recapture world dominance, Doug McIntyre writes.AUGUST 5, 2021
Head of CONCACAF revels in success of Nations League, Gold Cup, Olympics
After a successful Gold Cup and with World Cup qualifying ahead, CONCACAF's president is bullish on the future, Doug McIntyre writes.AUGUST 4, 2021
Five young Gold Cup standouts to watch in World Cup qualifying
After the Gold Cup triumph, Doug McIntyre picks which young USMNT players will hold their spots in World Cup qualifying.AUGUST 3, 2021
USWNT suffers heartbreaking loss to Canada, won't compete for gold in Tokyo
The USWNT looked nothing like the most dominant team in women’s soccer history in losing to Canada, Doug McIntyre writes.AUGUST 2, 2021
USMNT makes an impressive statement with win over Mexico in Gold Cup final
With its second win over rival Mexico this summer, the USMNT has proven to be the new king of Concacaf, Doug McIntyre writes.AUGUST 2, 2021
USWNT, chief-rival Canada primed for battle to reach Olympic final
Doug McIntyre breaks down what it will take for the USWNT to top familiar foe Canada and reach the Olympic soccer final.AUGUST 1, 2021
Gold Cup final a perfect setting for another edition of U.S.-Mexico rivalry
The USMNT isn't content just to play in Sunday's Gold Cup final, they want to make a statement vs. Mexico, Doug McIntyre writes.AUGUST 1, 2021
USWNT advance to Olympic semifinals, thanks to goalkeeper Alyssa Naeher
In a do-or-die game against a tough Dutch team, the USWNT and goalkeeper Alyssa Naeher came up huge, writes Doug McIntyre.JULY 30, 2021
Youthful U.S. men's soccer team is growing up quickly in Gold Cup run
The USMNT has exceeded expectations in reaching the Gold Cup final, but they're far from satisfied, Doug McIntyre writes.JULY 30, 2021
USWNT need to kick it in gear vs. dangerous Dutch team in Olympic quarterfinal Friday
It's all on the line for the USWNT in their Olympic quarterfinal against high-scoring Netherlands, Doug McIntyre writes.JULY 29, 2021
Young USMNT take on top-scoring Qatar in Gold Cup semifinal showdown
Doug McIntyre explains what to expect from the USMNT-Qatar Gold Cup semifinal on Thursday and what's at stake for the U.S.JULY 29, 2021
Why the USMNT-Mexico World Cup qualifier is moving from Columbus to Cincinnati
Doug McIntyre explains why Columbus won’t host the USMNT-Mexico World Cup qualifier for the first time since 1997.JULY 28, 2021
USWNT enter Olympic knockout round looking nothing like world's best team
Following a lackluster group stage, the USWNT needs to kick up their game for a chance at gold, Doug McIntyre writes.JULY 27, 2021
USWNT counting on experience in Olympic test against Australia
The USWNT will close out group play against the Matildas on Tuesday, and experience will be key, Doug McIntyre writes.JULY 26, 2021
Inexperienced USMNT pass another big test by beating Jamaica in Gold Cup quarters
Matthew Hoppe's late goal beat Jamaica, sending the green USMNT to the Gold Cup semis to face Qatar, Doug McIntyre writes.JULY 26, 2021
Youthful USMNT hope to continue upward trend in Gold Cup quarters vs. Jamaica
The inexperienced USMNT are making waves at the Gold Cup while also building to the 2022 World Cup, Doug McIntyre writes.JULY 24, 2021
After stunning loss to Sweden, USWNT seek to regain 'ruthless' edge vs. New Zealand
The USWNT didn't have time to dwell on their loss to Sweden and hope to bring renewed focus vs. New Zealand, Doug McIntyre writes.JULY 23, 2021
Atlanta United FC at a crossroads after another coaching change
Once a legendary expansion success story, Atlanta United FC is now struggling to find its way, Doug McIntyre writes.JULY 21, 2021
USWNT shelled by Sweden, lose opening game at Olympics in Tokyo
The USWNT lost in comprehensive fashion in their Olympic opener, falling 3-0 to Sweden. What happened, and what's next?JULY 21, 2021
USWNT face Sweden in Tokyo Olympics opener, hoping to avenge loss in Rio
The USWNT start their quest to reclaim Olympic gold on Wednesday vs. the team that stunned them in 2016, Doug McIntyre writes.JULY 20, 2021
USMNT sees Gold Cup as chance to identify talent, set course toward Qatar 2022
The Gold Cup offers a chance for the USMNT to prep for World Cup qualifying and redefine itself, Doug McIntyre writes.JULY 16, 2021
