Adam Booker
Adam Booker is a seasoned soccer journalist with over five years of experience covering the sport across the Americas and Europe. Adam currently works as a North American Soccer Editor for OneFootball.
Why Anthony Martial’s Monterrey move sparked calls for an apology from Pumas
Anthony Martial’s arrival in Liga MX with Monterrey was meant to be a celebratory moment for the Rayados, but instead it has stirred controversy across Mexican football. The French forward, unveiled this month as Monterrey’s latest high-profile signing, has been asked to issue an apology to Liga
From Glory to Collapse: The story behind LA Galaxy’s fall from the MLS summit
Just nine months ago, the LA Galaxy were on top of the world. With a thrilling 2-1 victory over the New York Red Bulls in the 2024 MLS Cup Final, the Galaxy secured their record-setting sixth league title, ending a decade-long championship drought and reasserting themselves as
D.C. United — A historic MLS club fading into obscurity in the modern era
🗞️ Weekly News Roundup — Liga MX pro/rel, Poch & Pulisic rift, and more!
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The missing ingredient in MLS: Dynasties and legacy clubs
Major League Soccer has made impressive strides in the last decade. With rapid expansion, improved infrastructure, and the arrival of international stars, the league has grown in both visibility and competitiveness. Yet in its pursuit of ultimate parity, a defining feature of many American sports leagues, MLS may be holding
🗞️ Weekly News Roundup — Record NWSL crowd, massive MLS spending, and more!
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Rivalries, road trips, and realignment: A five-division proposal for MLS
As Major League Soccer continues to expand the idea of realigning the league into more geographically compact divisions is an increasingly practical and exciting prospect. With the league set at 30 teams (for now), organizing them into five divisions of six teams each provides an opportunity to enhance regional rivalries,
Uncertainty and Experimentation: Why USMNT fans are worried ahead of the 2026 World Cup
With the 2026 World Cup less than a year away, and set to be hosted on home soil, one might expect the U.S. Men’s National Team (USMNT) to be steadily sharpening its best lineup, fine-tuning tactics, and solidifying chemistry. Instead, fans and analysts are watching with growing
🗞️ Weekly News Roundup — MLS deadline moves, USMNT media wars & more!
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Why Portland's venomous reception for Evander is a good sign of growth in MLS
FC Cincinnati superstar Evander's return to Portland to face his former team after an acrimonious breakup in the offseason was always going to be less-than friendly. But even the Brazilian himself was taken aback by just how hostile the Timbers crowd was each and every time he
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🗞️ Weekly News Roundup — Detroit City stadium, Adams defends Pulisic & more!
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