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USYNT standout and Duke signee Jocelyn Travers joins Gotham FC’s preseason roster
Travers is a top-rated USYNT defender.
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Fully-funded Tormenta FC Academy aims to eliminate pay-to-play barriers
In April, the South Georgia Tormenta FC Academy announced a 2019-20 pilot program with an aim to break down barriers for youth soccer in America. The program will give fully-funded contracts to 54 players across the southeast in an effort to make soccer accessible to the best players in the region.

Seattle Sounders FC announces new additions to Ownership Group
In a major club announcement on Tuesday morning, Seattle Sounders FC opened a new era in its storied 45-year history, as the organization unveiled 11 new families that are joining the club's Ownership Group.

USL club Orange County SC signs 14-year-old Francis Jacobs to pro contract
Orange County Soccer Club today announced the signing of 14-year-old standout Francis Jacobs, who becomes the youngest male to sign a professional contract in United States soccer history.

FC Cincinnati acquires American winger Joe Gyau from German club MSV Duisburg
FC Cincinnati have acquired winger Joseph-Claude “Joe” Gyau (pronounced JOUW) from German Dritte Liga side MSV Duisburg in a transfer that was completed ahead of the close of the MLS secondary transfer window yesterday.

Minnesota United FC to face Atlanta United FC in U.S. Open Cup Final
Minnesota United FC advanced to the 2019 Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Final with a 2-1 win against the Portland Timbers in front of a boisterous crowd of 15,073 at Allianz Field on Wednesday night.

Loudoun United hold ribbon cutting ceremony at Segra Field ahead of Aug. 9 stadium opener
Loudoun United held their ribbon cutting ceremony at Segra Field on Saturday, August 3 ahead of the stadium opener on August 9.

FC Cincinnati announces Ron Jans as new MLS head coach
FC Cincinnati General Manager Gerard Nijkamp has announced the official hiring of long-time Dutch football manager Ron Jans as the club’s new head coach.

Nike extends deal with National Women’s Soccer League
The National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) and Nike today announced a three-year agreement to continue their partnership through the end of 2022.
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Certified Referee Breaks Down the new IFAB Laws of the Game
Analysis of the new Laws of the Game for 2020-2021.
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