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Jonathan Tannenwald @jtannenwald.bsky.social · 29m

It’s been almost a quarter of a century since the #USMNT played with three centerbacks at a World Cup. But right now, it seems that will change next summer.

A deep dive into Mauricio Pochettino’s new tactics, a star who gains a lot, and one facing a big question:

www.inquirer.com/soccer/usmnt...

The USMNT seems on course to do something it hasn’t done in nearly a quarter century

It's a big change for the U.S. to play with three centerbacks, Here's an explanation of how the new tactics affect that position and other key players, Christian Pulisic and Weston McKennie.

www.inquirer.com

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Charles Boehm ⚽️ @cboehm.bsky.social · 13h

With 'A View To A Kill' turning 40 this year, I'm going to assume Diego Luna is paying tribute to Christopher Walken's iconic Bond villain Max Zorin with tonight's blonde look

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SS-SilverRey @silverrey.bsky.social · 1h

That last one is always on my skiing playlist - it's fun being Bond flying down the mountain 🤣

SS-SilverRey @silverrey.bsky.social · 1h

It's definitely Top 3 for me
Goldfinger remains peak Bond for me though
McCarty's Live and Let Die is a banger but I never really linked it to Bond funny enough

I had forgotten A-Ha did one 😜

I've always loved Moby remake - it's a shame he never got a main theme
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James Bond Theme (Moby's Re-Version) - Official video

YouTube video by Moby

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Charles Boehm ⚽️ @cboehm.bsky.social · 2h

“Too many positive things...”

Last night Ecuador gave the USMNT a timely taste of what a World Cup 2026 match might feel like.

And for the first time, Poch & Co. looked like they might actually be ready in time:

www.mlssoccer.com/news/usmnt-b...

USMNT build belief with “very serious performance” against Ecuador | MLSSoccer.com

For months, even years now, many US men’s national team supporters have been fretful and frustrated about the state of their squad, worried the program is not on the proper trajectory as the 2026 FIFA...

www.mlssoccer.com

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SS-SilverRey @silverrey.bsky.social · 1d

Hey all, I had a fun conversation with Ray Mundo Futbol

Check out his other work too!

#doop

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Ray Mundo Futbol on X: "New podcast out today chatting with Rene (@O_SilverRey_O) about the recent success of Philadelphia Union winning the Supporters Shield https://t.co/LiAAGILof9 https://t.co/25LLil2IgN Also on Amazon and more #Philadelphia #MLS #PhiladelphiaUnion https://t.co/shiSxNkQEd" / X

New podcast out today chatting with Rene (@O_SilverRey_O) about the recent success of Philadelphia Union winning the Supporters Shield https://t.co/LiAAGILof9 https://t.co/25LLil2IgN Also on Amazon and more #Philadelphia #MLS #PhiladelphiaUnion https://t.co/shiSxNkQEd

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Jillian All-$$ @jillianalmoney.bsky.social · 5h

Olwethu Makhanya has seized his opportunities this season and become an important piece of the 2025 Supporters' Shield winning Philadelphia Union.

My interview with the center back from South Africa with reflections on the season:

theoneteamweagreeon.com/2025/10/11/f...
#DOOP #MLS

From U22 Initiative to MLS Rising Star: Olwethu Makhanya’s Journey

The center back was recently named to the MLS 22 Under 22.

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Jonathan Tannenwald @jtannenwald.bsky.social · 16h

The #USMNT keeps the three-centerback setup to start vs. Ecuador tonight.

Balogun

Tillman McKennie

Arfsten Tessmann Morris Weah (I think?)

Ream Richards M. Robinson

Freese

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SS-SilverRey @silverrey.bsky.social · 16h

We really are going to go 3 in the back as our main team shape for the WC aren't we

Let's hope it unlocks our offense

#FlockOfSeagullsWouldLoveThatStadium

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Jamon M - MLS and footy analysis @jamonm.bsky.social · 19h

Friday Stat Dump: Saves and Save %

The analytics folk, me included, have for the past decade or so extolled the virtues of evaluating goalkeepers on something like goals against - post-shot xG (G-PSxG).

I don't think that's wrong, per se, but, if that is the only metric, we've got some issues.

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Matthew Doyle @mattdoyle.bsky.social · 1d

Free Newsletter: Ok yeah I had to write a few words on the US U20s making the World Cup quarterfinals again, and on my thoughts about the potential of the guys on this roster.

tl;dr: No huge stars (yet), lots of good pros.
open.substack.com/pub/tacticsf...

Rating the US U-20 prospects through 4 games

The US are into the quarters of the U-20 World Cup... again

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Jason Davis @davisjason.bsky.social · 1d

New newsletter! Wrote about the USMNT, the U-20s, and people in weirdo soccer jersey-wearing behavior. jason-davis-soccer-eagle.ghost.io/shutdown-but...

Shutdown But Not Shutout

This is one of those weird weeks when a bunch of stuff in the personal life and a bigger helping of work (that I myself created) conspired to make it nearly impossible to do a fully fleshed out newsle...

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Jonathan Tannenwald @jtannenwald.bsky.social · 1d

The first time the Union won a major trophy, Brenden Aaronson and Mark McKenzie were on the field.

The second time, the team's most famous alumni were in Europe, and woke up the next morning to the news.

I asked them how it was to follow this one from afar:

www.inquirer.com/soccer/phila...

Brenden Aaronson and Mark McKenzie celebrate the Union, their old team, winning a trophy

This season's Supporters' Shield is the Union's first title since the two former stalwarts helped win the Shield in 2020. It was their last big feat before they both made big moves to Europe.

www.inquirer.com

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SS-SilverRey @silverrey.bsky.social · 1d

This is so disheartening seeing some of our best soccer writers lose their platforms just before the World Cup

Good luck in the next chapter Jeff!!!

(I hear Abnos is hiring over at the Guardian...)

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Jeff Rueter @jeffrueter.bsky.social · 1d

Some personal news: today is my final day at The Athletic, ending a 6+ year tenure on its staff.

Immensely fortunate to have covered this sport alongside some of the finest writers and editors in the industry. Will keep you posted as I figure out what’s next for my work!

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SS-SilverRey @silverrey.bsky.social · 1d

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Ray Mundo Futbol: 342: Rene the Philadelphia Union Fan on the Recent Supporters Shield Success

Podcast Episode · Ray Mundo Futbol · 10/10/2025 · 38m

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Spotify – Web Player

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SS-SilverRey @silverrey.bsky.social · 1d

Hey all, I had a fun conversation with Ray Mundo Futbol

Check out his other work too!

#doop

x.com/RayMundoFutb...

Ray Mundo Futbol on X: "New podcast out today chatting with Rene (@O_SilverRey_O) about the recent success of Philadelphia Union winning the Supporters Shield https://t.co/LiAAGILof9 https://t.co/25LLil2IgN Also on Amazon and more #Philadelphia #MLS #PhiladelphiaUnion https://t.co/shiSxNkQEd" / X

New podcast out today chatting with Rene (@O_SilverRey_O) about the recent success of Philadelphia Union winning the Supporters Shield https://t.co/LiAAGILof9 https://t.co/25LLil2IgN Also on Amazon and more #Philadelphia #MLS #PhiladelphiaUnion https://t.co/shiSxNkQEd

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Charles Boehm ⚽️ @cboehm.bsky.social · 1d

“Focus, high intensity, aggressive: I think those are the style, the characteristics we want to have on the field come Friday.”

Checking in on the #USMNT vibes for Poch and the gang ahead of a useful duel with 🇪🇨 in toasty Austin... 🥵🌶⚔️

www.mlssoccer.com/news/usmnt-e...

USMNT embrace

As October unfolds, autumn is setting in across much of North America – although the US men’s national team discovered that it’s not quite cozy season in sunny Austin just yet.

www.mlssoccer.com

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It’s Joncacaf @jonarnoldfc.bsky.social · 1d

Good morning! Right now, the group leaders in the final round of Concacaf World Cup qualification are:

🇸🇷 Suriname
🇯🇲 Jamaica
🇭🇹 Haiti

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Jonathan Tannenwald @jtannenwald.bsky.social · 1d

Also in here:

Mark McKenzie and his wife recently welcomed their first child.

Congratulations to them.

www.inquirer.com/soccer/mark-...

The USMNT’s new playing style could give Mark McKenzie a big opportunity

The former Union centerback seems an ideal fit for the three-back defense that Mauricio Pochettino is testing. This month's games vs. Ecuador and Australia offer the chance to make an impression.

www.inquirer.com

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Paul @paulin105.bsky.social · 1d

ITS SO SHINY

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Brian Barrish @brianbarrish.bsky.social · 1d

I didn’t have the Union’s Danley Jean-Jacques scoring for Haiti in a World Cup Qualifier as Philadelphia’s only sports win tonight but here we are. #DOOP

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SS-SilverRey @silverrey.bsky.social · 1d

DJJ clinches the game for Haiti over Nicaragua

This is a huge away win for them that keeps their World Cup dreams alive

#DOOP

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SS-SilverRey @silverrey.bsky.social · 1d

I'll bet there is a dog in the stands just waiting for it's moment right now....

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