Nathan Hill
@afterburn.soccer
Okie in SoCal | streams and covers FC Dallas and North Texas Soccer at Afterburn.soccer
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Wrote about FCD's busy early offseason: one confirmed signing, one very close and SIX draft picks, all analyzed for FC Dallas Nation.
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Analysis: FC Dallas' early transfer window moves and SuperDraft picks - Dallas Sports Nation
FC Dallas has had a busy early part of the offseason with one signing confirmed, one all but confirmed and […]
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December 18, 2025 at 9:11 PM
Wrote about FCD's busy early offseason: one confirmed signing, one very close and SIX draft picks, all analyzed for FC Dallas Nation.
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Big time! This is a really nice signing for FC Dallas.
Sources: FC Dallas finalizing deal to sign Swedish wingback Herman Johansson from Mjällby AIF. Fotbollskanal 1st.
Johansson, 28, had 7g/8a in 30 Swedish top flight matches this year.
Johansson, 28, had 7g/8a in 30 Swedish top flight matches this year.
December 17, 2025 at 3:02 PM
Big time! This is a really nice signing for FC Dallas.
We are two days away from MLS SuperDraft and this is incredible work to preview a bunch of college players and their potential.
Check out @americansocceranalysis.com
for this year's edition of my MLS Superdraft Big Board. This year, there's more depth and more room for discovery. Also, for college soccer fans it includes ALL Division 1 players regardless of draft eligibility.
There's some exciting players coming in 👀
for this year's edition of my MLS Superdraft Big Board. This year, there's more depth and more room for discovery. Also, for college soccer fans it includes ALL Division 1 players regardless of draft eligibility.
There's some exciting players coming in 👀
The 2026 MLS SuperDraft ASA Big (Dash)Board — American Soccer Analysis
By Paul Harvey The MLS Superdraft in many ways kicks off the offseason, as most teams have yet to make any real signings. Even though many of the draft picks will never play for their respective fi...
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December 16, 2025 at 3:37 PM
We are two days away from MLS SuperDraft and this is incredible work to preview a bunch of college players and their potential.
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12 dead at a mass shooting at a Hanukkah celebration at Bondi Beach.💔
A 43-year-old father of two, Ahmed al Ahmed, snuck up & tackled a gunman to disarm him. Ahmed was shot twice.
Both Jewish & Muslim faiths teach that “to save one life is to save all humanity.” Let us hold fast to our humanity.❤️
A 43-year-old father of two, Ahmed al Ahmed, snuck up & tackled a gunman to disarm him. Ahmed was shot twice.
Both Jewish & Muslim faiths teach that “to save one life is to save all humanity.” Let us hold fast to our humanity.❤️
December 14, 2025 at 3:05 PM
12 dead at a mass shooting at a Hanukkah celebration at Bondi Beach.💔
A 43-year-old father of two, Ahmed al Ahmed, snuck up & tackled a gunman to disarm him. Ahmed was shot twice.
Both Jewish & Muslim faiths teach that “to save one life is to save all humanity.” Let us hold fast to our humanity.❤️
A 43-year-old father of two, Ahmed al Ahmed, snuck up & tackled a gunman to disarm him. Ahmed was shot twice.
Both Jewish & Muslim faiths teach that “to save one life is to save all humanity.” Let us hold fast to our humanity.❤️
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New from 404 Media: a man has been charged for allegedly wiping a Google Pixel phone before CBP could search it. Search was by a CBP Tactical Terrorism Response Team, which ACLU says "interrogate innocent travelers." Man is described as an activist online
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Man Charged for Wiping Phone Before CBP Could Search It
The exact circumstances around the search are not known. But activist Samuel Tunick is charged with deleting data from a Google Pixel before CBP’s Tactical Terrorism Response Team could search it.
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December 9, 2025 at 3:06 PM
New from 404 Media: a man has been charged for allegedly wiping a Google Pixel phone before CBP could search it. Search was by a CBP Tactical Terrorism Response Team, which ACLU says "interrogate innocent travelers." Man is described as an activist online
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Interesting.
🇮🇱 Sources: FC Dallas in advanced talks to sign Israel youth int'l midfielder Ran Binyamin from Hapoel Tel Aviv.
Binyamin, 21, would be U-22 initiative if deal gets done. Had 7g/7a in Israel second tier in 2024-25.
Binyamin, 21, would be U-22 initiative if deal gets done. Had 7g/7a in Israel second tier in 2024-25.
December 8, 2025 at 7:46 PM
Interesting.
Hmmmm
The 2026 U.S. Open Cup will not feature full participation from professional USL clubs, multiple sources have told The Blazing Musket.
Sources: 2026 U.S. Open Cup Will Not Feature Full USL Participation
Multiple sources have told The Blazing Musket that the 2026 U.S. Open Cup will not feature full participation from USL Clubs.
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December 3, 2025 at 10:31 PM
Hmmmm
Fun fact.
No matter who wins MLS Cup, FC Dallas will have beaten the champion during the regular season.
Just a fun fact.
Just a fun fact.
November 30, 2025 at 3:34 PM
Fun fact.
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A very interesting read for #FCDallas fans. Lots of talking points to think through for sure as the offseason rolls on.
A season with some wild ups and downs, the 2025 FC Dallas team made a surprise run into the post-season. Petar Musa emerged as a star in MLS even after the departure of Lucho Acosta. What’s next for Dallas in 2026? For FAM:
2026 Off-Season Preview: FC Dallas
A miraculous end to the 2025 season saw FCD make the playoffs, but an uncertain future awaits
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November 25, 2025 at 7:31 PM
A very interesting read for #FCDallas fans. Lots of talking points to think through for sure as the offseason rolls on.
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I’ve often called this song—“Just Like Heaven”—the finest single of the 80s and meant it. This cover’s arrangement only confirms it for me 💜🔥
November 21, 2025 at 9:11 PM
I’ve often called this song—“Just Like Heaven”—the finest single of the 80s and meant it. This cover’s arrangement only confirms it for me 💜🔥
Profoundly cruel and evil.
"Agencies within the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, including ICE, ERO, and CBP intend to implement a comprehensive plan to target Spanish-speaking churches across the country during the upcoming holiday season between Thanksgiving, Nov. 27, and Christmas, Dec. 25."
Exclusive: Trump DHS Plans Immigration Raids on Churches Over Holidays
The Trump Dept. of Homeland Security is briefing federal agencies on plans for immigration enforcement operations inside churches over holidays.
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November 18, 2025 at 1:20 PM
Profoundly cruel and evil.
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Breaking News: House Democrats released emails in which Jeffrey Epstein alleged that Donald Trump knew of the convicted sex offender's conduct and “spent hours at my house” with a victim.
Epstein Alleged in Emails That Trump Knew of His Conduct
In a message obtained by Congress, the convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein wrote that Donald J. Trump spent hours at his house with one of Mr. Epstein’s victims.
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November 12, 2025 at 1:37 PM
Breaking News: House Democrats released emails in which Jeffrey Epstein alleged that Donald Trump knew of the convicted sex offender's conduct and “spent hours at my house” with a victim.
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spoke with the executive director of my local food bank today and got this really incredible line: "if you donate 1 can of green beans, we can give away 1 can of green beans. but if you donate a dollar, we can give away 6 cans of green beans"
November 10, 2025 at 7:32 PM
spoke with the executive director of my local food bank today and got this really incredible line: "if you donate 1 can of green beans, we can give away 1 can of green beans. but if you donate a dollar, we can give away 6 cans of green beans"
November 5, 2025 at 1:09 AM
We are live tonight at 7 PM CST!
We will break down #FCDallas' loss in the MLS playoffs and begin reviewing the 2025 campaign, which surpassed many expectations. How hopeful are we about Quill? This roster?
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We will break down #FCDallas' loss in the MLS playoffs and begin reviewing the 2025 campaign, which surpassed many expectations. How hopeful are we about Quill? This roster?
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Afterburn Soccer Show: Live Tonight 7 PM CST
FC Dallas lose to the Whitecaps in penalty kicks and see their unlikely playoff run come to an end. We look back at a wild 2025 season and take your comments and questions.
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November 4, 2025 at 11:40 PM
We are live tonight at 7 PM CST!
We will break down #FCDallas' loss in the MLS playoffs and begin reviewing the 2025 campaign, which surpassed many expectations. How hopeful are we about Quill? This roster?
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We will break down #FCDallas' loss in the MLS playoffs and begin reviewing the 2025 campaign, which surpassed many expectations. How hopeful are we about Quill? This roster?
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And like that, #FCDallas saw their playoff run come to an end with a pk sent high over the crossbar.
But there is so much reason to be hopeful and excited about the future of this team.
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But there is so much reason to be hopeful and excited about the future of this team.
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With a Late Goal and PK Win, Vancouver End FC Dallas' Playoff Run
For 90 minutes, FC Dallas were poised to give their playoff run an extra leg until disaster and a missed clearance undid all the hard work. The 2025 season for Dallas has come to a close.
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November 2, 2025 at 4:50 AM
And like that, #FCDallas saw their playoff run come to an end with a pk sent high over the crossbar.
But there is so much reason to be hopeful and excited about the future of this team.
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But there is so much reason to be hopeful and excited about the future of this team.
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Hey, fill this out for our friends at @bigdsoccer.com #FCDallas
We've partnered with @sixonefivesoccer.com and a slew of other #MLS blogs to put together this survey about #FCDallas and #MLS. It would be a huge help if you'd fill it out today!
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2025 end of season fan survey
We’ve partnered up with SixOneFiveSoccer.com to get more insight on MLS fans this season.
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October 29, 2025 at 1:29 AM
Hey, fill this out for our friends at @bigdsoccer.com #FCDallas
Hmmmm.
In Economist/YouGov's weekly track only 25% of Americans approve of Trump's tearing down the East Wing and building himself a big ballroom. One of the most unpopular things he's done this year. 1/
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October 28, 2025 at 3:09 PM
Hmmmm.
Going live in a few moments to break down a tough night for #FCDallas... join us?
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Afterburn Is Live Tonight: Let's Talk FC Dallas' Brutal Loss in Vancouver
Our livestream begins at 7 PM CST, and we will break down every angle of this tough loss for FC Dallas in their opening playoff match. Can the team bounce back?
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October 27, 2025 at 11:55 PM
Going live in a few moments to break down a tough night for #FCDallas... join us?
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Whoa. But not surprising. Even the best of that bunch were at up and down at their best.
According to multiple sources, #NTSC roster purged today. All signed to 2nd team guys had options declined except Essel and *he* declined.
So Gall, DuBois, Sangare, Cisset, Harms, Essel, Bulkeley, Cangiano, and Orejarena out.
Kaakoush, injured, is apparently in talks.
So Gall, DuBois, Sangare, Cisset, Harms, Essel, Bulkeley, Cangiano, and Orejarena out.
Kaakoush, injured, is apparently in talks.
October 23, 2025 at 8:54 PM
Whoa. But not surprising. Even the best of that bunch were at up and down at their best.
Come on the pod soon? We miss you.
We need to talk about Michael Collodi, the most in-form goalkeeper in MLS right now. Per ASA, he's saved 5.24 goals above expected in 837 minutes. That's 6th in MLS right now in a short time. Per 96? He would jump to first in the league with some minutes filters. He's flown under the radar for FCD
October 21, 2025 at 5:03 AM
Come on the pod soon? We miss you.
The Afterburn Soccer Show is live tonight, 10/20, at 7 PM CST to celebrate FC Dallas' massive win and their playoff journey continuing. We will hit some big questions like... Sam Sarver has to start, right?
Go live with us and bring your questions and reactions.
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Go live with us and bring your questions and reactions.
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Afterburn Soccer Show: FC Dallas Playoff Edition
Despite being on the road and against one of the best teams in the West, FC Dallas punched their ticket to postseason action. We go live at 7 PM CST to break it all down.
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October 20, 2025 at 9:42 PM
The Afterburn Soccer Show is live tonight, 10/20, at 7 PM CST to celebrate FC Dallas' massive win and their playoff journey continuing. We will hit some big questions like... Sam Sarver has to start, right?
Go live with us and bring your questions and reactions.
open.substack.com/pub/afterbur...
Go live with us and bring your questions and reactions.
open.substack.com/pub/afterbur...
Being a very part-time sports journalist who covers lower-tier soccer, I do it because it is fun watching these young players work hard for a shot at becoming special.
As North Texas SC lost tonight, the future remains bright for this young side and its impact.
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As North Texas SC lost tonight, the future remains bright for this young side and its impact.
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North Texas SC Crash Out of the MLS Next Pro Playoffs, Losing 3-0 to Town FC
Simply put, the Town FC controlled this one from the opening whistle, and mistakes and inability to attack doomed North Texas' chances at a repeat.
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October 20, 2025 at 3:57 AM
Being a very part-time sports journalist who covers lower-tier soccer, I do it because it is fun watching these young players work hard for a shot at becoming special.
As North Texas SC lost tonight, the future remains bright for this young side and its impact.
open.substack.com/pub/afterbur...
As North Texas SC lost tonight, the future remains bright for this young side and its impact.
open.substack.com/pub/afterbur...
What a night. I’m still buzzing. FC Dallas finds a way behind Sam Sarver and Michael Collodi. Playoffs, baby! Hear from head coach Eric Quill:
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FC Dallas Finds a Way
In a thrilling, physical, and emotional contest, FC Dallas do what seemed impossible, beating the Vancouver Whitecaps on their home turf 2-1. Sam Sarver, once again, proves a game changing catalyst.
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October 19, 2025 at 3:59 PM
What a night. I’m still buzzing. FC Dallas finds a way behind Sam Sarver and Michael Collodi. Playoffs, baby! Hear from head coach Eric Quill:
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An independent review panel denied FC Dallas' appeal to overturn controversial red card to Logan Farrington on Sat.
Farrington suspended for FCD's final match at VAN as they chase playoffs
FCD obviously disappointed & feel video evidence they provided should have been enough to overturn decision
Farrington suspended for FCD's final match at VAN as they chase playoffs
FCD obviously disappointed & feel video evidence they provided should have been enough to overturn decision
October 14, 2025 at 8:37 PM
An independent review panel denied FC Dallas' appeal to overturn controversial red card to Logan Farrington on Sat.
Farrington suspended for FCD's final match at VAN as they chase playoffs
FCD obviously disappointed & feel video evidence they provided should have been enough to overturn decision
Farrington suspended for FCD's final match at VAN as they chase playoffs
FCD obviously disappointed & feel video evidence they provided should have been enough to overturn decision