Theo Lloyd-Hughes
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⚽️ Freelance journo: All opinions are my own | Full Time podcast for The Athletic | bylines Soccer America, Sports Illustrated, The Cutback | asker Squad Depth | theodoreshughes at gmail com
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‘Gotham DNA’: Gotham FC Cements Status As NWSL’s Most Clutch Team Under Pressure
Gotham won its second NWSL Championship in three years, defeating the Washington Spirit 1–0, with a mix of star power and pure determination.
www.si.com
“I think every single person on the field had that dawg in them"
Midge Purce, Cuban cigars, big moments, thriving under pressure and "Gotham DNA".
My story from another legacy building night for Gotham FC as they win their 2nd #NWSL Championship Final in San Jose.
www.si.com/soccer/gotha...
Midge Purce, Cuban cigars, big moments, thriving under pressure and "Gotham DNA".
My story from another legacy building night for Gotham FC as they win their 2nd #NWSL Championship Final in San Jose.
www.si.com/soccer/gotha...
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FIFA has finalized World Cup draw pots and procedures. The news...
⚽ All playoff teams in Pot 4
🇦🇷🇪🇸 top seeds to opposite sides of the bracket
🇺🇸 USMNT now knows the order of its group opponents: Pot 3 first, Pot 2 second, Pot 4 third
More @theathleticfc.bsky.social: www.nytimes.com/athletic/683...
⚽ All playoff teams in Pot 4
🇦🇷🇪🇸 top seeds to opposite sides of the bracket
🇺🇸 USMNT now knows the order of its group opponents: Pot 3 first, Pot 2 second, Pot 4 third
More @theathleticfc.bsky.social: www.nytimes.com/athletic/683...
November 25, 2025 at 5:19 PM
FIFA has finalized World Cup draw pots and procedures. The news...
⚽ All playoff teams in Pot 4
🇦🇷🇪🇸 top seeds to opposite sides of the bracket
🇺🇸 USMNT now knows the order of its group opponents: Pot 3 first, Pot 2 second, Pot 4 third
More @theathleticfc.bsky.social: www.nytimes.com/athletic/683...
⚽ All playoff teams in Pot 4
🇦🇷🇪🇸 top seeds to opposite sides of the bracket
🇺🇸 USMNT now knows the order of its group opponents: Pot 3 first, Pot 2 second, Pot 4 third
More @theathleticfc.bsky.social: www.nytimes.com/athletic/683...
NEWS: Well, there you go — Margueritte Aozasa swaps Los Angeles and UCLA for Austin and UT as the Longhorns make a huge play for one of the most exciting coaches in U.S. soccer. #NCAASoccer
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texaslonghorns.com/news/2025/11...
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texaslonghorns.com/news/2025/11...
Margueritte Bates (Aozasa) named Soccer head coach - University of Texas Athletics
First-ever rookie head coach to win NCAA Division I Women's Soccer Championship becomes fourth coach in Texas program history.
texaslonghorns.com
November 25, 2025 at 5:16 PM
NEWS: Well, there you go — Margueritte Aozasa swaps Los Angeles and UCLA for Austin and UT as the Longhorns make a huge play for one of the most exciting coaches in U.S. soccer. #NCAASoccer
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texaslonghorns.com/news/2025/11...
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texaslonghorns.com/news/2025/11...
🎙️ 🎧 so much fun hanging out with @fayecarruthers.bsky.social + @suzywrack.bsky.social + Soph @girlsontheball.bsky.social and chatting #NWSL final & the chaotic 2025 season ⤵️
www.theguardian.com/football/aud...
www.theguardian.com/football/aud...
Gotham FC handed the keys to New York City after title win – Women’s Football Weekly
A look back at the final between Gotham FC and Washington Spirit, as well as the NWSL season as a whole, and all of the latest news from the home nations
www.theguardian.com
November 25, 2025 at 3:53 PM
🎙️ 🎧 so much fun hanging out with @fayecarruthers.bsky.social + @suzywrack.bsky.social + Soph @girlsontheball.bsky.social and chatting #NWSL final & the chaotic 2025 season ⤵️
www.theguardian.com/football/aud...
www.theguardian.com/football/aud...
Coco Gauff 💙
www.nola.com/news/u-s-ten...
www.nola.com/news/u-s-ten...
U.S. tennis star Coco Gauff makes a surprise appearance at Joe Brown Park. See why.
Coco Gauff, the world No. 3 ranked women's tennis player and winner of the 2023 U.S. Open and 2025 French Open, arrived at Joe Brown Park in New Orleans East on Monday afternoon.
www.nola.com
November 25, 2025 at 2:12 AM
Coco Gauff 💙
www.nola.com/news/u-s-ten...
www.nola.com/news/u-s-ten...
....TCU had no right to win this game, but the scrappy goal for UNC felt harsh on a team that battled so hard to stay in this one. UNC hasn't been up to snuff but 1-1 feels fair after the Horned Frogs weathered pressure in the 2nd half.
November 24, 2025 at 9:14 PM
....TCU had no right to win this game, but the scrappy goal for UNC felt harsh on a team that battled so hard to stay in this one. UNC hasn't been up to snuff but 1-1 feels fair after the Horned Frogs weathered pressure in the 2nd half.
TCU, OH MY DAYS
November 24, 2025 at 9:12 PM
TCU, OH MY DAYS
....and, not to be forgotten, rolling subs.
November 24, 2025 at 8:35 PM
....and, not to be forgotten, rolling subs.
as someone who moved away from their home, my opinion is let people travel and experience whatever they want - end of.
but also, there is no better atmosphere in women's club football rn than the LigaMX Femenil Liguilla...
but also, there is no better atmosphere in women's club football rn than the LigaMX Femenil Liguilla...
November 24, 2025 at 8:30 PM
as someone who moved away from their home, my opinion is let people travel and experience whatever they want - end of.
but also, there is no better atmosphere in women's club football rn than the LigaMX Femenil Liguilla...
but also, there is no better atmosphere in women's club football rn than the LigaMX Femenil Liguilla...
….golden goal is culture
November 24, 2025 at 8:04 PM
….golden goal is culture
....statement from UT athletic director Chris Del Conte:
"We took time to reflect on this year, the future of Texas Soccer and where the program is headed. Following thoughtful discussion, we think it is in the best interest of The University of Texas to move in a new direction."
"We took time to reflect on this year, the future of Texas Soccer and where the program is headed. Following thoughtful discussion, we think it is in the best interest of The University of Texas to move in a new direction."
November 24, 2025 at 8:02 PM
....statement from UT athletic director Chris Del Conte:
"We took time to reflect on this year, the future of Texas Soccer and where the program is headed. Following thoughtful discussion, we think it is in the best interest of The University of Texas to move in a new direction."
"We took time to reflect on this year, the future of Texas Soccer and where the program is headed. Following thoughtful discussion, we think it is in the best interest of The University of Texas to move in a new direction."
NEWS: Angela Kelly has been sacked by the University of Texas.
She leaves after 14 seasons as head coach with the Longhorns, breaking many records and taking them to arguably their highest consistent peak in team history.
2025 was an enormous dip after the highs of 2020-2024, UT finished 6-20-1.
She leaves after 14 seasons as head coach with the Longhorns, breaking many records and taking them to arguably their highest consistent peak in team history.
2025 was an enormous dip after the highs of 2020-2024, UT finished 6-20-1.
November 24, 2025 at 8:00 PM
NEWS: Angela Kelly has been sacked by the University of Texas.
She leaves after 14 seasons as head coach with the Longhorns, breaking many records and taking them to arguably their highest consistent peak in team history.
2025 was an enormous dip after the highs of 2020-2024, UT finished 6-20-1.
She leaves after 14 seasons as head coach with the Longhorns, breaking many records and taking them to arguably their highest consistent peak in team history.
2025 was an enormous dip after the highs of 2020-2024, UT finished 6-20-1.
....love this for you
November 24, 2025 at 7:56 PM
....love this for you
huge thunder and rain storms in Dallas, was surprised TCU v UNC kicked off on time, albeit it's about 40 miles away.
November 24, 2025 at 7:46 PM
huge thunder and rain storms in Dallas, was surprised TCU v UNC kicked off on time, albeit it's about 40 miles away.
KC Current fans, fancy Aozasa?
NEWS: Considered to be one of the best coaches in the NCAA — Margueritte Aozasa has left UCLA after 4 seasons, release implies another opportunity awaits.
Her contract was until the end of 2028.
Aozasa won the 2022 NCAA Soccer National Championship, the College Cup.
Her contract was until the end of 2028.
Aozasa won the 2022 NCAA Soccer National Championship, the College Cup.
November 24, 2025 at 6:20 PM
KC Current fans, fancy Aozasa?
….or KC Current?
November 24, 2025 at 6:19 PM
….or KC Current?
…I actually think Washington Spirit with their ambition and money would be a more likely fit for a high-profile top level American coach like Aozasa.
November 24, 2025 at 5:56 PM
…I actually think Washington Spirit with their ambition and money would be a more likely fit for a high-profile top level American coach like Aozasa.
….honestly, hard to think of a landing spot if she stays as a coach. if she switches to being a technical director or general manager than I see a lot more landing spots in the U.S.
would be surprised if Courage picked up Aozasa, but youth model could fit.
would be surprised if Courage picked up Aozasa, but youth model could fit.
November 24, 2025 at 5:56 PM
….honestly, hard to think of a landing spot if she stays as a coach. if she switches to being a technical director or general manager than I see a lot more landing spots in the U.S.
would be surprised if Courage picked up Aozasa, but youth model could fit.
would be surprised if Courage picked up Aozasa, but youth model could fit.
NEWS: Considered to be one of the best coaches in the NCAA — Margueritte Aozasa has left UCLA after 4 seasons, release implies another opportunity awaits.
Her contract was until the end of 2028.
Aozasa won the 2022 NCAA Soccer National Championship, the College Cup.
Her contract was until the end of 2028.
Aozasa won the 2022 NCAA Soccer National Championship, the College Cup.
November 24, 2025 at 5:50 PM
NEWS: Considered to be one of the best coaches in the NCAA — Margueritte Aozasa has left UCLA after 4 seasons, release implies another opportunity awaits.
Her contract was until the end of 2028.
Aozasa won the 2022 NCAA Soccer National Championship, the College Cup.
Her contract was until the end of 2028.
Aozasa won the 2022 NCAA Soccer National Championship, the College Cup.
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Reposted by Theo Lloyd-Hughes
"We saw what not to do" ✊
Canada soccer legend Diana Matheson tells Rachel how the brand new Northern Super League has learned from the past and looked after its players 🇨🇦
@girlsontheball.bsky.social went to the final of Canada's first EVER professional women's league. Listen now ➡️ lnk.to/upfront
Canada soccer legend Diana Matheson tells Rachel how the brand new Northern Super League has learned from the past and looked after its players 🇨🇦
@girlsontheball.bsky.social went to the final of Canada's first EVER professional women's league. Listen now ➡️ lnk.to/upfront
November 22, 2025 at 12:30 PM
"We saw what not to do" ✊
Canada soccer legend Diana Matheson tells Rachel how the brand new Northern Super League has learned from the past and looked after its players 🇨🇦
@girlsontheball.bsky.social went to the final of Canada's first EVER professional women's league. Listen now ➡️ lnk.to/upfront
Canada soccer legend Diana Matheson tells Rachel how the brand new Northern Super League has learned from the past and looked after its players 🇨🇦
@girlsontheball.bsky.social went to the final of Canada's first EVER professional women's league. Listen now ➡️ lnk.to/upfront
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stage is set for Gotham FC at New York City Hall, procession starts at the top the hour
procession will only be a few blocks long — team spokesperson said NYC can’t put on a full ticker tape parade week of Thanksgiving
procession will only be a few blocks long — team spokesperson said NYC can’t put on a full ticker tape parade week of Thanksgiving
November 24, 2025 at 2:31 PM
stage is set for Gotham FC at New York City Hall, procession starts at the top the hour
procession will only be a few blocks long — team spokesperson said NYC can’t put on a full ticker tape parade week of Thanksgiving
procession will only be a few blocks long — team spokesperson said NYC can’t put on a full ticker tape parade week of Thanksgiving
…meanwhile, Angel Villacampa continues his trend of losing in the final with Club America.
6 Gran Finales, 1 title.
some speculation of him moving on but it looks like it could wait until after the 2026 Clausura and the Concacaf W semifinals
6 Gran Finales, 1 title.
some speculation of him moving on but it looks like it could wait until after the 2026 Clausura and the Concacaf W semifinals
November 24, 2025 at 1:11 AM
…meanwhile, Angel Villacampa continues his trend of losing in the final with Club America.
6 Gran Finales, 1 title.
some speculation of him moving on but it looks like it could wait until after the 2026 Clausura and the Concacaf W semifinals
6 Gran Finales, 1 title.
some speculation of him moving on but it looks like it could wait until after the 2026 Clausura and the Concacaf W semifinals
….Losa has gone from delivering Tigres’ worst ever tournament performance in the 2025 Clausura to one of the club’s best ever showings in the 2025 Apertura.
Football, bloody hell.
Football, bloody hell.
November 24, 2025 at 1:11 AM
….Losa has gone from delivering Tigres’ worst ever tournament performance in the 2025 Clausura to one of the club’s best ever showings in the 2025 Apertura.
Football, bloody hell.
Football, bloody hell.
🐯 Tigres are LigaMX Femenil champions once again — Diana Ordoñez scored the winning goal in tonight’s 1-0 win over 10-player Club America, sealing a 4-3 aggregate win.
First Mexican title for manager Pedro Martinez Losa, and league title number 7 for Tigres.
📸 LigaMX Femenil
First Mexican title for manager Pedro Martinez Losa, and league title number 7 for Tigres.
📸 LigaMX Femenil
November 24, 2025 at 1:08 AM
🐯 Tigres are LigaMX Femenil champions once again — Diana Ordoñez scored the winning goal in tonight’s 1-0 win over 10-player Club America, sealing a 4-3 aggregate win.
First Mexican title for manager Pedro Martinez Losa, and league title number 7 for Tigres.
📸 LigaMX Femenil
First Mexican title for manager Pedro Martinez Losa, and league title number 7 for Tigres.
📸 LigaMX Femenil