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John Kings @johnkings8.bsky.social · 1d

The outrage seems to stem from one manager’s remedy to the least respectful tactic. Directing #USWNT GK legend to feign an injury so they can have a huddle after going down 0-3 in 20’ is, to me, the first domino. A must-win for SD. Do they just watch as CHI attempts to kill momentum? #NWSL

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NWSL @nwslsoccer.com · 2d

THE SAN DIEGO WAVE ARE GOING TO PLAYOFFS IN STYLE!

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John Kings @johnkings8.bsky.social · 2d

And most of the chatter seems focused on the form of a CHI side at the bottom of the table, eliminated from playoffs before the first whistle. Rather than a mid-table side perhaps bouncing back to its top form from before the summer break. Hoping another intl break doesn’t disrupt SD again. #NWSL /4

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John Kings @johnkings8.bsky.social · 2d

And a call-up already resulting in a clear boost of confidence for Wesley. Typically the simpler option of the CB pair (whether that was Girma, McNabb, or Armstrong) but tonight looked to make that playmaking responsibility hers. Spraying passes, retaining poss. out of the air, track Ludmila. 3/

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John Kings @johnkings8.bsky.social · 2d

While great to see big signings snag a few goals, I’m high on Fazer’s full 90 tonight. Tidy to solve pressure with the pass, elusive to break pressure and find a few yards separation on the dribble, and balanced the team in the center of the field. She & Ascanio unlock the best from others. #NWSL 2/

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John Kings @johnkings8.bsky.social · 2d

Wave clinch a playoff spot with a decisive win. A front 6 made up of your best footballers may be the solution for a side missing an in-form 9. This 11 plus Armstrong, Barcenas (if fit), and McCaskill are the core heading into playoffs and offer solutions to varying needs in the game. #NWSL 1/

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John Kings @johnkings8.bsky.social · 5d

The Wave-to-USWNT pipeline for CBs continues with Wesley’s first call-up to the first team. Thought she stood out during the u23 series against Germany and glad to see her simplicity, versatility, and physicality rewarded. With Armstrong not far behind, young CBs are finding a home in San Diego.

U.S. Women's National Soccer Team @uswnt.ussoccer.com · 5d

Fall footy awaits 🍂

The squad for our October matches is here ⬇️

🔗 ussoc.cr/octoberroster

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John Kings @johnkings8.bsky.social · 15d

Ouch. Big time let down on that goal after salvaging a point in the dying moments. Moving goalposts now after this second half of the season - any place in the playoffs is a win for the Wave. #NWSL

John Kings @johnkings8.bsky.social · 15d

CASCARINOOOOOOO!!

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John Kings @johnkings8.bsky.social · 15d

When all available, DC are a nightmare matchup for SD. Technical ability to match a physicality that allows Spirit to toggle in-game as needed.

Give me 11 Abiodun’s please. Total footballer. Most complete player on the field.

Tall order for Cascarino in second half if she comes on. #NWSL

John Kings @johnkings8.bsky.social · Apr 27

Positive result from SD. Picking up points where necessary. Still think there’s some separation at the top from ORL, KC, and WASH. Of top 3, worry about personnel matchup with DC most. Fun weekend so far in #NWSL.

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John Kings @johnkings8.bsky.social · 16d

Wave fans on a roller coaster weekend before our match in DC: Orlando finds a late equalizer on Friday, Louisville picks up all 3 pts, and now Portland with the momentum after a second half equalizer tonight. Think we want a draw bw Gotham and Seattle, right? Or just hope for Gotham in third? #NWSL

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John Kings @johnkings8.bsky.social · 20d

Today’s trade seems to attempt to find that playmaking midfielder. Good on LA. But wonder what’s the plan for Vignola in Portland. Re-signed Reyes through 2030. Unless they’re moving Reyes to the right, Vignola is fighting with Reyes, Turner, and a healthy Hanks on the left. #NWSL

John Kings @johnkings8.bsky.social · Sep 9

Every roster needs players like Martin or Hammond. Just think both are of a similar profile. Presumably ACFC plays them together and pushes Fuller back to the 10. They’re still missing the player who puts her foot on the ball and sets play. Add Hodge, three holding mids w/ same strengths. #NWSL

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John Kings @johnkings8.bsky.social · Sep 19

Have to tip your hat to LA. Nearly swiped all 3 pts tonight & against a full-strength Spirit at that. Availability report aside, match-day rosters are apples and oranges between both clubs. A wise fan might not rail against LA for L to NCC if Spirit almost dropped all 3 tonight. #NWSL

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John Kings @johnkings8.bsky.social · Sep 17

Tough on LOU. When one of two former outside-backs-turned-center-backs goes down, and you replace her with another OB and then shift one of your starting OBs to CB, think that’s a roster issue.

Fishlock is the standard. Humbly leaning in to new role yet remains vital to SEA. Joy to watch. #NWSL

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John Kings @johnkings8.bsky.social · Sep 16

A tactic first introduced by the South Central Louisiana State University Mud Dogs.

This is Soccer.

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NWSL @nwslsoccer.com · Sep 16

Crazy or Genius, you tell us 🤔👇

Angel City has adopted a trending kick off strategy that forces their opponent into a throw-in deep in their own territory.