The San Jose Earthquakes and host Portland Timbers are tied for last place in the Western Conference heading into their meeting Wednesday night. But the clubs are certainly headed in different directions.
Real Salt Lake look to extend their lead atop the Western Conference standings when they host the Seattle Sounders on Wednesday in Sandy, Utah. Salt Lake (6-2-4, 22 points) has seized first place in the West on the strength of a 5-0-3 record over its past eight matches.
Toronto FC can rebound from their first MLS defeat in nearly a month by continuing some recent success against middling Nashville SC. In addition, Toronto can match its point total from 2023 with a victory on Wednesday night against host Nashville, which has fared well at home as of late.
They may only be a third of the way through the MLS season, but St. Louis City know the importance of each match. St. Louis (3-1-7, 16 points) is coming off a 3-1 win against the Chicago Fire on Saturday, extending its unbeaten run to five matches (2-0-3).
Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois was delighted being part of their 5-0 win against Alaves. Courtois stepped in as he continued his return from an ACL.
Francesco Pio Esposito has cast doubt on his future at Inter Milan. The striker has spent the season on-loan with Spezia in Serie B. I haven't thought about the future yet," he said.
Rafael Leao admits he tried to convince Portugal teammate Joao Cancelo about a move to AC Milan. Cancelo is this season on-loan at Barcelona from Manchester City.
Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti insists there's no concern over Toni Kroos' contract situation. Kroos is yet to accept Real's offer to extend. Ancelotti said: The club isn't anxious, I'm not anxious and Toni isn't anxious.
Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti was delighted after their 5-0 win against Alaves. Vini Jr (2), Arda Guler, Fede Valverde and Jude Bellingham struck on Tuesday night.
Real Madrid attacker Vinicus Jr admits he feels in career best form. Vinicius struck twice in Tuesday's 5-0 defeat of Alaves. He later said: I'm really pleased with the team's performance, we need to get into a good rhythm.
Athletic Bilbao coach Ernesto Valverde retains hope of a top four finish. Victory over Celta Vigo tonight will keep their Champions League hopes alive.
The Colorado Rapids will try to bounce back from a collapse at home when they host the Vancouver Whitecaps on Wednesday night in Commerce City, Colo. Colorado created the higher quality chances in its 3-2 loss to the San Jose Earthquakes on Saturday, a match in which the Rapids held a two-goal lead.
Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino admits that plans are underway for next season. There has been some debate in the past week about the Argentine head coach's future.
Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino admitted there are positive ways of looking at this season. Many Blues fans are disappointed to find them so low in the Premier League table.
Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino was asked about his relationship with supporters. The Blues are set to make a decision about the future of the Argentine head coach.
Manchester United head coach Erik ten Hag expects to have Bruno Fernandes at the club next season. Media reports have linked the Portuguese pass master with a move to the Saudi Pro League.
Brighton departing star Adam Lallana expects a great deal from the club in the future. The veteran is set to call time on his career with the Albion, as he seeks a new adventure.
Manchester United have received a major fitness boost at the tail end of the season. The Red Devils have two Premier League games and the FA Cup final to come.
It was just a year and a half ago that Patrick Agyemang was playing college soccer for Rhode Island. Now he's leading Charlotte FC in goals as the Crown heads to Chicago for a Wednesday night match with the struggling Fire.
The Los Angeles Galaxy and Minnesota United have put together performances that suggest they are among the top teams in the MLS. It would suggest that a spirited matchup is ahead when the teams collide Wednesday at Saint Paul, Minn.