Asked Bernal about how the Spirit can impose their style on Pachuca: "I have been trying to spread some points [to the team]... We are going to have a really good game plan that the staff is going to give us. Trying to have the ball, trying to do our things, and give our best."

"Everyone is available" for tomorrow, says González. The only players who didn't travel to Mexico are Abiodun, Hatch, Kingsbury, & Krueger. (? from @joseumana.bsky.social)

Local media is aware of Jose the Coyote & is asking Bernal about what's going on. Bernal (via translator) says it's more about "laughter and good energy" but brings it back to how the main thing is how good morale means good play.

VIDEO: Midfielder Chris Durkin speaks about scoring against his former club, @dcunitedofficial.bsky.social, in @stlcitysc.com's 1-1 draw last night. #dcu #stlcity #mls

Cont: "Like I said, it was a bittersweet moment. I had 18 people in the stands, family, so I had to throw a little bit of a fist pump up for them and for taking the 2 hour drive up here from Richmond to show how grateful I am for them." #allforcity

Chris Durkin had family in attendance tonight, so I asked about his return to DC: "It's tough because I always want to celebrate a goal. [laughs] DC gave me my dream. I was a boy watching games at RFK. I'm grateful for the DC United organization and everything they've done for me." 1/2 #allforcity

FINAL: 1-1 DC force to settle for a draw at home.

97': Louis Munteanu with the hip touch off a set piece and @dcunited takes a 2-1 lead with a minute to go. Ref is reviewing.

92': Conrad Wallem for St. Louis gets his second yellow and is sent off after fouling Peglow. Visitors down to 10.

90': GOAL D.C. United as João Peglow hits a laser from outside the penalty area to tie the game. 1-1

Tonight's attendance: 13,888 #DCvSTL

Nikola Markovic and Eduard Löwen go down after a head-on collision going for a a loose ball following a goal kick. Trainers rush on the field. #DCUvSTL

50': Chris Durkin scores on his former club as #DCU goes down 1-0 earlier in the second half.

DC United's starting 11 tonight vs. St. Louis: Johnson; Hefti, Bartlett, Rowles, Kurokawa; Hopkins, Peltola, Servania, Peglow; Baribo, Munteanu Outside of Hefti, it is the same starters from the Chicago match. When asked about squad rotation Wednesday, #DCU head coach Rene Weiler said this:

“We have space for almost 10,000 people, so please come one, come all.” @dcunitedofficial.bsky.social will host two free FIFA World Cup watch parties, showing 14 selected matches across two weekends. On my latest for @wtopnews.bsky.social, learn how you can register for tickets and more:

“He is curious and bold and confident and a really great dog.” Meet Natty, the @nationals.com newest recruit who is not thinking about throwing strikes or hitting home runs. He's preparing to become a service animal. Read more at @wtopnews.bsky.social: wtop.com/dc/2026/05/w...

OFFICIAL: DC United will help stage two FIFA World Cup watch parties at Franklin Park and Tingey Plaza on the first two weekends of the tournament. More details to come.

On location at Audi Field for @wtopnews.bsky.social as DC United united and Mayor Muriel Bowser plan to make a "World Cup Celebration Announcement."

"Herrera wants to leave. That is a fact, and he told us that.” DC United defender Aaron Herrera has indicated his desire to leave the club, #DCU head coach René Weiler said. Here's what you need to know.

#DCU loses to the Chicago Fire at home, but René Weiler wants humility to replace complacency after 5-match unbeaten streak is snapped. thedistrictpress.com/2026/05/13/d...

During the post game press conference, when asked about starting Nikola Markovic at right back over Aaron Herrera or Conor Antley, D.C. head coach René Weiler said that Aaron Herrera wants to leave the club. #DCU

The NCAA Division I Men's Soccer Oversight Committee has adopted legislation changing the sport's playing and practice season to two semesters, effective Aug. 1, 2027. The committee's action is subject to review by the Division I Cabinet during its June 23-24 meeting. www.ncaa.org/news/2026/5/...

“She’s the best teammate I’ve ever had.” As many look for love on social media and dating apps, for one D.C. couple, they found each other playing kickball on the National Mall. My latest for @wtopnews.bsky.social:

Walter Johnson's gymnastics team capped an undefeated season by winning the Montgomery County gymnastics championship. For @wtopnews.bsky.social, I spoke with the Wildcats about their run and how winning the county title was the "cherry on top.”

With Dallas Trinity's 2-0 win over the Tampa Bay Sun tonight, DC Power is officially eliminated from playoff contention. They take the field in ~45 minutes against Spokane Zephyr in their final match of the season. A win by DC Power would allow Dallas to clinch the final playoff spot in the #USLSL.

#SEAvWAS NWSL Availability Report Seattle Reign OUT: Lynn Biyendolo (Maternity Leave), Jordyn Bugg (Leg), Jess Fishlock (Lower Leg) Washington Spirit ML: Hatch, Kingsbury, Krueger OUT: Deborah Abiodun (Hip), Tamara Bolt (Excused), Sara Wojdelko (Hand)

Asked Drew about Millie, travel and new friends for a upcoming @districtpressdc.bsky.social piece: “She's done pretty well so far. She sleeps a lot on the flights and she's not too fussy, knock on wood.” Has Millie met Jose? “I don't think she has. But if not, we'll have to introduce her soon.”

Sullivan confirmed that through the CBA, players are allowed to bring their child along with a caretaker. Thus, her daughter Millie and husband Drew Skundrich, who recently announced his retirement from professional soccer, will be along with her during this road trip. #ThatsTheSpirit

The Washington Spirit's pregame presser just wrapped up. I will be writing up some notes on what was said in this thread, but in case you were curious: Me: "Is José the Coyote traveling with you guys this week?" HC Adrián González: "Always. (He's) Always with us." #ThatsTheSpirit

Here’s the draw for the Concacaf U-20 men’s tournament that will serve as qualification for the U-20 World Cup and send the winner to the 2028 Olympics (or the runner-up if the U.S. wins)

MLS executives talk about becoming one of world’s best, but with Nashville and LAFC losing Concacaf Champions Cup semis this week, the league has now gone 25 years with just one regional trophy (Seattle ‘22). Mexico: 22 titles Costa Rica: 2 MLS: 1

NEW PODCAST EPISODE: In this week’s edition of The Bad Hombres FC Podcast, @marioamaya28.bsky.social and I recap Washington Spirit winning four straight & D.C. United conquering NYC. Listen now!

The baddest soccer podcast in the land is back with a brand new episode as myself and @joseumana.bsky.social discuss @washingtonspirit.com five game undefeated streak and @dcunitedofficial.bsky.social win on the road against @newyorkcityfc.com open.spotify.com/episode/5GoN...

5 Washington Spirit players and two former Spirit players form the NWSL's Best 11 for April.

This is #DCU's 3rd win at NYCFC, first at Citi Field. Second straight win for DC in NYC. United won last year at Yankee Stadium thanks to a Pirani brace: youtu.be/QqCDybGBJAE?...

Asked Weiler about Kurokawa's general adaptation to MLS, given how well he's been playing. "I'm not surprised. I'm really happy that he's here, and for us he's a reinforcement without any doubt."

Full-Time: NYCFC 0-2 D.C. United D.C. gets a massive three points on the road thanks to a Louis Munteanu brace in Queens. #NYCvDC

NYCFC (@newyorkcityfc.com) hosts D.C United in the first of two matches on this Sunday! Here’s how the sides will start:

DCU lineup to face NYCFC: Johnson; Hefti, Bartlett, Rowles, Kurokawa; Peltola, Servania; Stroud, Hopkins, Peglow; Munteanu Bench: Bono, Farr, Markovic, Antley, Herrera, Kijima, Turner, Clark, Murrell

Claudia Martínez with a bueatiful run and....IN 👏 It's her second NWSL goal!

BUT WAIT THERE'S MORE ‼️ Sofia Cantore with a brace in under 6 minutes!

5:27 - Sofia Cantore's two goals for @washingtonspirit.com in the first 5:27 was the fastest any player has scored two goals from kickoff in #NWSL history, 13 seconds faster than Uchenna Kanu (5:40) in 2024. Blink.

It took all of two minutes for the Washington Spirit to open up the scoring as Sofia Cantore hit from distance goes past Anna Moorehouse to give the Spirit an early lead. #NWSL

Following a weather delay, the match between the Orlando Pride and Washington Spirit will begin at 5:37 PM ET on ION. Warmups will begin now.

“It’s huge because (it) can’t be taken away. You’re memorialized forever.” Last night, former @dcunitedofficial.bsky.social & #USMNT star Tony Sanneh was inducted into the National Soccer Hall of Fame. In my latest for @wtopnews.bsky.social, I spoke to him about his historic career.

“She can no longer do the things she loved. Let’s do this for her.” An Annapolis man along with four others have begun cycling across the country for ALS research and to honor their long-time friend. My latest for @wtopnews.bsky.social.

I can't summarize in one post all that just happened here with Gianni Infantino, Palestine FA president Jibril Rajoub, and Israel FA vice president Basem Suliman. Infantino invited Rajoub and Suliman to each speak on stage, then appeared to try to get them together for a photo. It did not work.

also: here's video of Gianni Infantino attempting to decrease the tension between the delegates from the Israel and Palestine FAs

NEW: MLS' Disciplinary Committee overturned the fine issued to D.C. United's Matti Peltola for simulation/embellishment in #DCU's win against Orlando City. "The unanimous decision was reached following a review of new video evidence made available to the Committee."

The baddest soccer podcast in the land is back with a brand new episode as myself and @joseumana.bsky.social discuss the 7 goals in two days both @dcunitedofficial.bsky.social and @washingtonspirit.com scored at Audi Field over the weekend. open.spotify.com/episode/6vIR...