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Month: December 2023

MLS abandons U.S. Open Cup, Giraldez to leave Barcelona, and more: Monday Freedom Kicks

Happy Monday, everyone. Life’s gotten in the way for some of us, so I’m filling in on these Monday Freedom…

Y. Michele Kang adds London City Lionesses to growing multi-club ownership model

Washington Spirit fans woke up to news that yet another club has joined The Kanglomerate. Spirit owner Michele Kang has…

MLS rules changes, Kang buys London City, and more: Friday Freedom Kicks

Another late-ish Freedom Kicks to give you some time to enjoy Donald’s from yesterday. Luckily there’s plenty of new stuff…

NYRB name new coach, Messi World Cup jerseys pull in dough, and more: Thursday Freedom Kicks

Happy Thursday everyone. Sorry for the very late Freedom Kicks. These were meant to go out this morning, but I…

Report: ‘Astronomical offer’ from NWSL club to tempt Barcelona coach Jonatan Giráldez

On October 17, the Washington Spirit announced the parting of ways with head coach Mark Parsons after just one season….

Washington Spirit trade Bailey, two draft picks for full Expansion Draft protection

The Washington Spirit have executed trades with both Bay FC and the Utah Royals in exchange for protection from the…

Durkin traded to St. Louis, NWSL 2024 schedule news, and more: Friday Freedom Kicks

Happy Friday, and happy Hanukkah to those who celebrate! Let’s get kicking. First, some D.C.U. trade news: NWSL announces 2024…

3252 suspended, 2024 MLS Match Ball revealed, and more: Thursday Freedom Kicks

Happy Thursday, everyone. We’re getting close to the weekend. Who do you have in MLS Cup, the Crew or LAFC?…

More shuffling in the D.C. United office, Audi Field considers expansion, and more: Wednesday Freedom Kicks

I know it’s been December since Friday, but… I can’t believe it’s December… and the MLS Playoffs are still ongoing….

Najar leaving D.C. United, Ronaldo faces $1B lawsuit, and more: Friday Freedom Kicks

Hello, hello! I have returned from a long Thanksgiving trip to Ohio to visit family and have plenty of news…