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Evan Louro Re-Signs for Rowdies

ST. PETERSBURG – A crucial part of the Tampa Bay Rowdies roster has re-upped for another year as goalkeeper Evan Louro signed for the 2021 season, the club reported on Thursday. Louro played 19 games for the Rowdies in 2020 and recorded eight clean sheets, good for second in the league. He only allowed 11Continue reading “Evan Louro Re-Signs for Rowdies”

Floridians Abroad 12/27/2020-3/1/2021

12/27 Bolivian Liga de Futbol Profesional Atletico Palmaflor 1-1 Jorge Wilstermann Alejandro Melean was an unused substitute for Jorge Wilstermann. 12/28 Guatemalan Liga Nacional Sacachispas 1-1 Antigua GFC Pablo Aguilar came on as a 77th minute substitute for Antigua GFC as they drew with Sacachispas. Antigua is 4th in the league with 20 points. 12/29Continue reading “Floridians Abroad 12/27/2020-3/1/2021”

Orlando Pride Loses Claire Emslie Permanently

LIVERPOOL, England – After being hopeful that Scottish midfielder Claire Emslie would return to Florida, Orlando Pride learned on Thursday that she would be making her stay in Everton permanent. When the National Women’s Soccer League shut down due to COVID-19 last year Emslie was part of the many players who sought play overseas. ThatContinue reading “Orlando Pride Loses Claire Emslie Permanently”

Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez Rumored to Join Inter Miami CF

BARCELONA – Two Barcelona legends, Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez could be set to reunite in Miami if a story by Catalunya Radio is to be believed. The pair previously played for the iconic Spanish club for six years from 2014-2020 before Suarez made the move to the capital to play for Atletico Madrid, whileContinue reading “Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez Rumored to Join Inter Miami CF”

Rowdies Snag two more for 2021

ST. PETERSBURG – The Tampa Bay Rowdies have ended 2020 with two new signings picking up midfielders Luiz Fernando and Dayonn Harris on the last two days of the year. Fernando comes in from Atlanta United 2, he has signed a one year contract with a club option for a second year. “Luiz will getContinue reading “Rowdies Snag two more for 2021”

Rowdies see two on USL Championship Teams of the Year

TAMPA – The USL Championship announced the 2020 teams of the season with two Tampa Bay Rowdies players earning honors. Defender Forrest Lasso was named to the first-team and fellow defender Jordan Scarlett was named to the second-team. Fellow USL Championship finalists, Phoenix Rising also received two honorees but Louisville City led the way withContinue reading “Rowdies see two on USL Championship Teams of the Year”

Orlando Pride Picks up Meggie Dougherty Howard

ORLANDO – Meggie Dougherty Howard will be wearing Orlando Pride’s purple in the 2021 National Women’s Soccer League season following a trade with between Pride and Washington Spirit. To obtain Dougherty Howard the Pride have parted with Emily Sonnett. The team also receives the ninth pick in the 2021 NWSL College Draft and a futureContinue reading “Orlando Pride Picks up Meggie Dougherty Howard”

Gignac Finally Wins “That Damn Trophy” as Tigres Claim Champions League

ORLANDO – After losing three CONCACAF Champions League finals in four seasons Mexican powerhouse Tigres has finally won North America’s biggest soccer tournament. The Liga MX side came from behind to shatter American side Los Angeles FC 2-1 at Exploria Stadium on Tuesday night. The MLS side hit the lead on a near perfect goalContinue reading “Gignac Finally Wins “That Damn Trophy” as Tigres Claim Champions League”

LAFC Through to Champions League Final After Feisty Semi-Final

ORLANDO – A goal down and a man down, Los Angeles FC staged a phenomenal second-half comeback to defeat Club America 3-1 in the CONCACAF Champions League Semi-Final at Exploria Stadium on Saturday night. Two Carlos Vela goals immediately after the break proved the winner for Los Angeles which reacted perfectly to Bob Bradley’s half-timeContinue reading “LAFC Through to Champions League Final After Feisty Semi-Final”

Inter Miami Makes First Signing of Academy Player to Homegrown Deal

FORT LAUDERDALE – Felipe Valencia has made Inter Miami CF history as he became the first player the club has signed to a homegrown contract from the first team. At just 15 years old, he is one of the youngest players to sign a contract in Major League Soccer history and the youngest signing theContinue reading “Inter Miami Makes First Signing of Academy Player to Homegrown Deal”