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Justin Horneker @hornekerjustin.bsky.social · 14h

He was framed!

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Ivan Ornelas @ivanornelas2.bsky.social · 17h

For the #MLS Playoffs, I have reached out to a content creator of every MLS club in playoff contention except for Philadelphia Union, Charlotte FC, Nashville, and Chicago Fire for a debate format playoff edition podcast episode of Tectonic Takes. If you know someone who covers those clubs LMK!

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Justin Horneker @hornekerjustin.bsky.social · 17h

Hot take but this is not a well run soccer club

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Justin Horneker @hornekerjustin.bsky.social · 1d

SMINO x CITY is here.

I talked with the club about working with the Grammy nominated STL native as families are still reeling from the damage of May’s tornado.

All proceeds from this collection go to the Urban League of Greater St. Louis’s relief efforts.

www.stlmag.com/news/sports/...

St. Louis CITY SC and Smino partner on merch collection for tornado relief

Months after an EF3 tornado rocked St. Louis, devastation can still be seen across the area. Families continue to wait for resources in some of North St. Louis’ hardest-hit neighborhoods, and a great ...

www.stlmag.com

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Justin Horneker @hornekerjustin.bsky.social · 20h

Barçelona are racking up overdraft fees and Bayern are still nowhere near the vicinity.

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andré @838carlisle.bsky.social · 21h

gone off #datpurp, laura harvey does a terrorism, portland gets bailed out by moultrie, spirit dominate, and angel city's attack gets strangled by teenagers
btvc.beehiiv.com/p/2025-nwsl-... #nwsl #woso

2025 nwsl week 23: xG race charts & g+ pass networks

still vibin off #datpurp, spirit dominate, orlando need another idea, and more

btvc.beehiiv.com

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Justin Horneker @hornekerjustin.bsky.social · 21h

These AI Underdog sports betting ads are the greed they talk about in the bible.

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Justin Horneker @hornekerjustin.bsky.social · 22h

I'll try not to abuse this power

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Justin Horneker @hornekerjustin.bsky.social · 22h

I enjoy Nathan's soccer takes, I think you will too if you haven't followed him yet.

Nathan Tucker @sportwatcherpro.bsky.social · 22h

Thinking about getting off Twitter because its even worse than you think but it's the only place I have a modicum of a following to ramble about soccer crap. I kinda want to get off social media altogether but write more, which feels just about impossible if I want anyone to actually see it ever

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Justin Horneker @hornekerjustin.bsky.social · 22h

Thankfully the Dome is essentially UFL HQ

Steven Goff @stevengoff.bsky.social · 23h

In 2026, five of the eight UFL teams (spring football) will play in soccer stadiums:

Washington
Houston
Dallas/Frisco
Orlando
Louisville

And one former soccer venue, Historic Crew Stadium in Columbus

(St Louis was spared)

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Justin Horneker @hornekerjustin.bsky.social · 1d

The official collab link is live - stlcitysmino.com

SMINIO x CITY

This collab comes straight from the heart - for home. I teamed up with CITY to bring pieces of the Lou across the globe to you. Designed for the streets to stadium seats. Our culture. Our colors. Our ...

stlcitysmino.com

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Justin Horneker @hornekerjustin.bsky.social · 1d

Go listen to Luv 4 Rent.

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Justin Horneker @hornekerjustin.bsky.social · 1d

The two have been working on this collab since the initial relief efforts in May when Smino initially reached out to the club.

The Grammy nominated artist is no stranger to CITY SC having led the homegrown artists program last season. The relationship has only grown from there.

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Justin Horneker @hornekerjustin.bsky.social · 1d

The collab with Smino’s label, Zero Fatigue, supports an area of the city that continues to be left behind.

Cleanup has been slow, and families are still waiting on crucial support.

“It’s more than just clothes; it’s about representing St. Louis and giving back to the city that raised me.” - Smino

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Justin Horneker @hornekerjustin.bsky.social · 1d

SMINO x CITY is here.

I talked with the club about working with the Grammy nominated STL native as families are still reeling from the damage of May’s tornado.

All proceeds from this collection go to the Urban League of Greater St. Louis’s relief efforts.

www.stlmag.com/news/sports/...

St. Louis CITY SC and Smino partner on merch collection for tornado relief

Months after an EF3 tornado rocked St. Louis, devastation can still be seen across the area. Families continue to wait for resources in some of North St. Louis’ hardest-hit neighborhoods, and a great ...

www.stlmag.com

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Justin Horneker @hornekerjustin.bsky.social · 1d

I wonder how much the UFL is paying to play in these soccer stadiums.

I’m especially worried about the pitch at Lynn Family…

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Justin Horneker @hornekerjustin.bsky.social · 1d

The USMNT are back in action for the first time since their 2-0 win over Japan last month.

As Pochettino's preferred starting XI is taking shape, there are a myriad of questions around the edge of the roster, and a lingering question at Goalkeeper.

My latest:
www.talkinsoccer.com/how-close-is...

How close is Mauricio Pochettino's October USMNT roster?

Mauricio Pochettino’s October USMNT roster is starting to paint a clearer picture of what to expect at next summer’s World Cup.

www.talkinsoccer.com

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St Louis CITY SC @stlcitysc.com · 1d

From STL to the USMNT, get to know our new Academy U16 Head Coach Mike Sorber on this episode of The CITY Voice 🎙️ https://youtu.be/fqCXiklAsTw

⚽️ His Dellwood roots
🇺🇸 His 1994 World Cup experience
🌍 His soccer journey
🧠 His coaching philosophies
🗣️ His message to #AllForCITY fans

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Justin Horneker @hornekerjustin.bsky.social · 1d

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Justin Horneker @hornekerjustin.bsky.social · 1d

Anyways, it’s incredible that Michelle Cooper can be so dangerous with her first touch of the ball every weekend

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Justin Horneker @hornekerjustin.bsky.social · 1d

I’m of a fan of their work.

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Justin Horneker @hornekerjustin.bsky.social · 1d

Incredible comedic timing

Douglas Reyes-Ceroñ @dreyesceron.bsky.social · 1d

love to have NWSL's broadcast partner CBS running a whole CarMax ad during a player substitution and proceed to miss an entire goal by KC Current

absolute amateur hour

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Justin Horneker @hornekerjustin.bsky.social · 1d

It is unfortunate that KC can give young inexperienced players a valuable hour against a squad pushing for the playoffs and still walk away unscathed.

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Justin Horneker @hornekerjustin.bsky.social · 1d

Actually embarrassing

Mike McGrew @zavcurrent.bsky.social · 1d

A goal was scored while a commercial was being played over the audio feed and the picture was reduced. WHAT ARE YOU DOING?!

Mike McGrew @zavcurrent.bsky.social · 1d

I HATE COMMERCIALS IN THE MIDDLE OF PLAY!

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Justin Horneker @hornekerjustin.bsky.social · 1d

Oh, ok.