USL Odds, June 5 @theuslshow.bsky.social open.substack.com/pub/statrobo...

USL Odds, June 5 @theuslshow.bsky.social open.substack.com/pub/statrobo...

Where does each USL Championship club need to strengthen in the transfer market? @usltactics.com examines an area worth reinforcing for all 25 teams in the league 👀 Read ⤵️

I had some time on my hands, so I wanted to take a look at the USMNT's pressing approach. On the first phase, Mauricio Pochettino's ability to switch it up, second-ball structure, and more. www.usltactics.com/usmnt-tactic...

The USL submitted four new clubs for sanctioning ahead of the 2027 season. Here's what we know about the group, those notably missing from the application, and some early indications of season format changes 👀

NEWSLETTER: Lexington SC are your 2025-2026 Super League champs, but how'd they get it done? I dive in. That, plus stray thoughts from the weekend on the men's side, including Pittsburgh, Omaha, and more. www.usltactics.com/the-back-fou...

USL Odds, May 29 @theuslshow.bsky.social open.substack.com/pub/statrobo...

USL Odds, May 29 @theuslshow.bsky.social open.substack.com/pub/statrobo...

It’s been a historic start for @tampabayrowdies.bsky.social, but how are they pulling off one of the biggest single-season rebounds in USL history? I talked to Dominic Casciato and Lewis Hilton to find out about the recruitment, tactics, and culture behind it all. www.backheeled.com/how-tampa-ba...

NEWSLETTER: How did Lexington and Carolina reach the Super League title game, and what should we expect from Saturday's final? I dig in. That, plus a look at Louisville's bizarre run of form. www.usltactics.com/the-back-fou...

See you next season Tottenham Hotspur, for another year of Premier League football. #COYS

USL Odds, May 22 @theuslshow.bsky.social open.substack.com/pub/statrobo...

USL Odds, May 22 @theuslshow.bsky.social open.substack.com/pub/statrobo...

The @opencup.ussoccer.com quarterfinals are in the books 🏆 ▪️ A coaching debut in Columbus ▪️ An unexpected penalty hero ▪️ A standout star ▪️ ...and much more! @usltactics.com dives into the best and brightest from the Open Cup 🆓

NEWSLETTER: What should we be watching in the Super League semis this weekend? I look at key factors for both matches. That, plus evolving fullback deployments in League One and stray USL Cup notes. www.usltactics.com/the-back-fou...

USL Odds, May 15 @theuslshow.bsky.social open.substack.com/pub/statrobo...

And if you or a loved one wants to make a USL player data card, check out the new tool I’ve got up on my site. Should be good to go for any season since 2021. www.usltactics.com/usl-player-d...

BREAKING: U.S. Soccer has engaged with stakeholders including #NWSL, USL Super League, WPSL Pro about the creation of an interleague competition to begin as early as 2028, sources tell @espn.com. Details are still TBD but plans are in motion. It likely wouldn't exactly mirror the men's US Open Cup.

USL Odds, May 15 @theuslshow.bsky.social open.substack.com/pub/statrobo...

We’re a quarter of the way into the USL season, so who’s leading the pack in the all-league races? I’m selecting my Best XIs for the USL Championship and USL League One to find out. www.backheeled.com/picking-best...

NEWSLETTER: The Super League playoff bubble is down to Dallas and Spokane, but how'd we get there in Week 30? I dig in. That, plus New Mexico's improving possession game and a look at Sami Guediri at Union Omaha. www.usltactics.com/the-back-fou...

USL Odds, May 8. @theuslshow.bsky.social open.substack.com/pub/statrobo...

USL Odds, May 8. @theuslshow.bsky.social open.substack.com/pub/statrobo...

NEWSLETTER: The USL Super League playoff race is coming to a head, so I'm taking a look at how the bubble teams fared over the weekend. That, plus answers to a handful of mailbag questions. www.usltactics.com/the-back-fou...

Need to catch up on the latest from the USL Championship? I'm diving into all 25 clubs and ranking them to recap Week 9. ⚜️ Detroit's statement win 🐻 Sacramento's late goals ✍️ The importance of the new CBA deal

USL Odds, May 1 @theuslshow.bsky.social open.substack.com/pub/statrobo...

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USL Odds, May 1 @theuslshow.bsky.social open.substack.com/pub/statrobo...

In light of the fact that the USL and USLPA have come to a CBA deal, catch up on where things sat entering the final negotiating sessions this week.

Need to catch up on the Open Cup? I've got ya covered. Come check in for superlatives covering all eight matches in the Round of 16, from the near Cup-sets to the standout players and everything in between. Free to read on Backheeled! www.backheeled.com/us-open-cup-...

Okay, I’m gonna try to make it mailbag week for the newsletter. If you’ve got a USL question (or anything else?) you can drop it in the replies.

NEWSLETTER: Who are the most (and least) efficient teams in the USL? I'm diving into the data to see who's getting the job done through the first two months of play. That, plus a deep dive into Lexington's statement win over Jacksonville in the Super League. www.usltactics.com/the-back-fou...

With the opening weekend of this year's USL Cup in the books, which team has the best chance to win it all? 🏆 @usltactics.com ranks all 42 entrants across the Championship and League One, from most likely to least likely. Find out where your team ranks ⤵️

USL Odds, April 24 @theuslshow.bsky.social open.substack.com/pub/statrobo...

USL Odds, April 24 @theuslshow.bsky.social open.substack.com/pub/statrobo...

OK, as you might be aware the Prinx Tires #USLCup starts tomorrow, and that means preview content. 🧵⬇️ First, here's a look around the opening weekend of games that includes a Group 2 contest featuring two of the top three teams in the West. www.uslchampionship.com/news_article...

Where do the USL Championship’s CBA negotiations stand? On the latest in the ongoing talks. ⬇️ www.backheeled.com/usl-champion...

NEWSLETTER: I dig into the USL themes that are catching my eye, including: ↔️ Shape-shifting in League One 🛡️ Brooklyn, Tulsa, and small pitch styles 🧡 Field-tilting variety atop the Super League www.usltactics.com/the-back-fou...

⚡️ AC Boise dominates 😵‍💫 Chaos in New Jersey 🦘 Richmond comes alive 🟠 Knoxville rolls to the top 🌲 🌴 Naples escapes with a point but Portland’s offense shows signs of life A USL League One weekend in review 👀

USL Odds, April 17 @theuslshow.bsky.social open.substack.com/pub/statrobo...

USL Odds, April 17 @theuslshow.bsky.social open.substack.com/pub/statrobo...

The Round of 32 in the @opencup.ussoccer.com wasn't short on incredible scenes 🏆 🟪 A truly dominant Cup-set ⬛️ Multiple goalkeeper assists ⬜️ Lengthy penalty shootouts 🟧 A two-tiered upset Your U.S. Open Cup deep-dive from @usltactics.com 🆓

We're nine days away from the start of the 2026 Prinx Tires #USLCup, which sees all 42 teams from the #USL-C and #USL-1 competed side-by-side in the third edition of the tournament. Here's how it works, from the group stage to the Final, October 4 on ESPN2. www.uslchampionship.com/news_article...

NEWSLETTER: I'm checking in on all things USL, including... ⚔️ Detroit, Loudoun, and USLC versatility 🗽 Ajmeer Spengler and the high-tempo Cosmos 🟠 Checking in on the Super League www.usltactics.com/the-back-fou...

If your League One team played last week, I wrote about them. Check in for: 🩵 Spokane’s tactical versatility 🦉 Omaha, Madison, and changing midfield trends 🇵🇦 Osvaldo Lay’s growth for AV Alta All that and much more!

Posted some renderings a couple weeks ago, but I just finished assembling my mini Lego Al Lang Stadium…home of the @tampabayrowdies.bsky.social. A super fun project that came out better than I even hoped.

USL Odds, April 10 @theuslshow.bsky.social statrobot.substack.com/p/usl-odds-a...

USL Odds, April 10 @theuslshow.bsky.social statrobot.substack.com/p/usl-odds-a...

NEWSLETTER: What caught my eye across the USL last week? ⚔️ Nate Miller's possession game ⚫ San Antonio and USLC recovery trends 🏇 Lexington's continued Super League success ⚽ Much, much more www.usltactics.com/the-back-fou...

🔥TOP PLAYS OF THE WEEK🔥 This week's edition has 🏹 Long Range Bangers 🦸 Heroic Saves 📌 Pinpoint Passes 🪄 Magical Midfield Runs www.youtube.com/watch?v=fSgu...