The #Spirit dominating and #DCU getting dominated are among the things we're discussing from the weekend in the Freedom Kicks.

Washington Spirit clinched an NWSL playoff spot in outstanding fashion today, beating Houston Dash 4-0 on a Gift Monday hat trick and extra goal by Sofia Cantore.

🟡IT'S MATCH DAY!⚫ Washington Spirit are back at home with a chance to clinch a playoff spot against Houston Dash! With the Dash on a hot streak, can Washington claim all three points? thedistrictpress.com/2025/09/28/w...

My 250th #DCU match was a lopsided affair, as the Black-and-Red fell 6-0 to the Philadelphia Union. For @districtpressdc.bsky.social: thedistrictpress.com/2025/09/28/d...

It was another lopsided loss for #DCU tonight at Audi Field, dropping a 6-0 defeat to the Philadelphia Union.

D.C. United vs Philadelphia Union: Preview, time, and how to watch Welcome to another match day as D.C. United plays its fifth match in a row against teams in the Eastern Conference playoff race. DCU has acquitted itself reasonably well for a team at the bottom end of the table, going 1-2-1 in…

The 2026 US Open Cup Second Qualifying Round is happening on October 11-12. We need help covering games in the following cities! South Florida/Miami (5) Harrisburg, PA Tulsa, OK D.C. area (3) North Olmsted, OH Atlanta area (2) NYC (4) San Antonio San Diego Lawrence, MA Bay Area #USOC2026 #USOpenCup

Washington Spirit defender Tara McKeown has excelled at the rare transition from forward to center back. Now, she's becoming something else entirely. #nwsl #woso #washingtonspirit

This Friday, we're talking about the World Cup mascots, jersey fashion, Israel's likely suspension from UEFA, and more!

Spirit Hispanic Heritage Collaboration, Bethune Drops Dimes, Rooney’s Struggles, and more: Thursday Freedom Kicks Hello everyone, welcome to my favorite time of year. There is something about the fall when the air is cool, teams are battling for playoff position in MLS and MLB, and the Premier…

Spirit, Loudoun Win Weekly Honors, and More: Wednesday Freedom Kicks Hello, District Press readers! Hello, new format! I made 10 bucks yesterday by canceling my order of Football Manager 2024, and reordering it for a lower price. The first order didn't even provide tracking in a week's time, this…

Sources telling me that DC United has cut the entirety of its scouting department as the club continues its overhaul under new sporting director Erkut Sogut & head coach Rene Weiler. Assitant GM Caleb Shreve among those let go (that bit first reported by my guy @tombogert.bsky.social the other day.)

Balon d'Or winners announced but who got snubbed? Plus Pulisic sets another record! Find out more in today's Freedoom Kicks!

MLS Fantasy Focus: 30 for 30 (for 30) What if I told you that a player scoring 31 points in one round would somehow be the third best score at his position? Before we get to that, Pitch PerfectFC led the scoring with a robust 231 points. At the top of the league, Nouhou Big Summer Blowout nudged…

🌸NEW POD🌸 Annie, Ella & André review the 2-2 draw with Angel City. We chat speed, an interesting XI, the LeCroix goal, the pen we shan’t talk about, Deb Abiodun & the Blood Kit, and lots more! 🟢 open.spotify.com/episode/1qHj... 🍎 podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/h... #nwsl #woso

The first official day of fall is here, and you can get it started by leafing through the Freedom Kicks!

Hey Spirits episode: LeCroix & the Blood Kit In this episode of Hey Spirits, Ella, Annie, and André discuss Washington Spirit's 2-2 draw with Angel City FC. They chat about the first ever "LeCroix goal" (assisted by Leicy Santos, scored by Croix Bethune), Deb Abiodun's injury and need for the…

Inter Miami vs D.C. United: Preview, time, and how to watch Welcome to Matchday 32. It’s been a news filled week for D.C. United with the departure of General Manager and Chief Soccer Officer Ally MacKay and the announcement of soccer super-agent Erkut Sogut as his successor. After a week of…

Washington Spirit's 2-2 draw against Angel City FC last night had everything: a penalty save, an own goal, the appearance of the blood kit... thedistrictpress.com/2025/09/19/w...

Happy Friday! Today we're talking about Tara McKeown's POTW win, the new Football Manager game, and last night's Power FC and Washington Spirit matches.

🟡IT'S MATCH DAY!!⚫️ Washington Spirit have a late-night game today against an Angel City looking to stop their slide and defend their home turf. thedistrictpress.com/2025/09/18/a...

DC Power FC vs. Brooklyn FC: Preview, time, and how to watch DC Power FC returns to action tonight at Audi Field when they host Brooklyn FC. DC Power is coming off a scoreless draw last weekend to Lexington SC, their first clean sheet of the season. They remain unbeaten and hope to continue it…

Sogut Reportedly In, NWSL MVP Watch, Stadium Redevelopment, and more: Thursday Freedom Kicks The end of the US Open Cup semifinal was wild. Austin knocked Minnesota off at the death. In talking with my friends here in the Twin Cities, that was the most Minnesota result possible. Its possibly a…

Hey Spirits episode: TikToks, Biscuit(s), and Bathroom Doors with Sandy MacIver For this episode, André and Annie sat down with Washington Spirit and Scotland Women's National Team goalkeeper Sandy MacIver. They talk about her path to pro soccer, choosing to come to Washington, her TikTok…

DC United fires Ally Mackay and makes an offer to an inexperienced replacement option, meanwhile the owners of the club talk to the media, including District Press. All this and more!

It's been a disappointing DC United season, and the owners are finally speaking up about the club's struggles. @blazindw.bsky.social sits down with #DCU owners Jason Levien and Steve Kaplan for an in depth interview on what the club's path forward will be to rebuild the trust of the fans.

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Things are going just great for DC United, who might just be the most hopeless team in MLS. I wrote about them -- and much, much more -- in my latest look across the league for @backheeled.com ✍️ www.backheeled.com/mls-winners-...

BREAKING: CSO Ally Mackay is out at D.C. United, per sources. Club into new CSO search now. Mackay joined the club ahead of 2024 season after successful stint in Nashville's front office.

USWNT EOY friendlies announced, Champions League returns, and more: Tuesday Freedom Kicks Good morning on this cloudy DMV day! I have a slightly swollen ankle from my indoor soccer league last night (we lost...). Anyways, here are your Tuesday Freedom Kicks! USWNT to close out 2025 with Florida…

🌸NEW POD🌸 Annie & André review a well earned point courtesy of a clean sheet against the NWSL’s most dangerous attack. We discuss Chawinga’s absence, and whether it diminishes the performance. Plus, #JusticeForHal! 🟢 open.spotify.com/episode/0iFL... 🍎 podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/h... #nwsl #woso

Inbox: DC Power FC has secured a one year back-of-kit sponsorship deal with VSI (formerly Virginia Spine Institute). They will appear on the jerseys for the first time on Thursday night against Brooklyn FC at Audi Field.

We had a lot of draws from our local soccer teams, so check out what happened over the weekend in the Freedom Kicks.

Washington Spirit put in a strong defensive performance and kept up their attack after going down a player, allowing them to win a point from league leaders Kansas City Current last night. thedistrictpress.com/2025/09/14/s...

D.C. United vs Orlando S.C. Official Game Thread D.C United has not lost since René Weiler took control of the team going 1-0-2 against two playoff teams and a fellow wooden spoon competitor. Tonight another team sitting in a playoff position in the East, Orlando. Historically, D.C. United is…

⚫IT'S MATCH DAY!🟡 Washington Spirit will test themselves tonight in Kansas City, pitting their resilience against the Current's dominance. thedistrictpress.com/2025/09/13/k...

Washington Spirit vs. KC Current availability: Spirit out: Bernal (foot), Hatch (mat. leave), Jessee (SEI), Krueger (knee), Sarr (SEI), Sullivan (mat. leave) Current out: Cook (SEI), DiBernardo (mat. leave), Gagne (SEI), Hamilton (hip) ???: Chawinga (knee)

DC Power FC vs. Lexington SC: Preview, time, and how to watch DC Power FC is back on the field tonight as they take on Lexington SC. DC Power hasn't played since they drew Spokane Zephyr in their home opener on August 30th, but hope to continue to build on their start to the season. Lexington also…

Happy Friday! Today we're talking about D.C. United's latest trade for GAM, pickleball salaries, and World Cup qualifiers and roster speculation.

Welcome to Thursday. Today Trinity Rodman discusses her rehab, return, and FC 26 ranking, Loudoun adds to its defense, and Pulisic discusses Pochettino among other topics.

For SI, I spoke to Washington Spirit and #USWNT star Trinity Rodman about her EA SPORTS FC rating (and whether she thinks it should be higher), and her emotional return to play in the #NWSL following her injury. www.si.com/soccer/trini...

On a stormy Saturday night, Loudoun United took another chance in 2025 to get their first win ever over an opponent. We dive into that, and more https://thedistrictpress.com/2025/09/10/loudoun-united-drew-skundrich-ben-mines-alen-marcina/

News about the USMNT's win over Japan, Weekly Award winners for The Spirit and Loudoun United, and other news local and abroad.

Hey Spirits episode: Sorry to that Reign In this episode of Hey Spirits, André and Annie discuss Washington's Spirit's commanding 2-0 victory over Seattle Reign. They talk about the well-executed game plan, Trinity Rodman's brace, and Deb Abiodun's impact on the midfield in her first NWSL start.…

🌸NEW POD🌸 Annie & André review a complete performance in a 2-0 win over Seattle. We discuss tactical fluidity, DEB ABIODUN, a brace from New Trin, and a lot more cause André wouldn’t shutup!! 🟢 open.spotify.com/episode/38vu... 🍎 podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/h... #nwsl #woso #washingtonspirit

Suarez ban increased, Garber loves his streaming deal, and more: Tuesday Freedom Kicks Morning everyone! Usually Tuesdays can be tough to cover because all of the action from the weekend usually gets covered on Monday. But oh man I've got a treasure trove of headlines for you! Let's dive in! MLS…

Trinity’s brace paces Spirit, USMNT lose, and more: Monday Freedom Kicks Happy Monday everyone. It was a long soccer weekend, so here's a quick glimpse at all that happened: Coordinated play and Rodman brace see Washington Spirit defeat Seattle Reign 2-0 (DP) Trinity Rodman bagged a brace and the…

Washington Spirit played one of their best games of the season this afternoon, executing their game plan to finish 2-0 against Seattle Reign.

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👻IT'S MATCH DAY!!👻 Washington Spirit wrap up their three-game home stretch against Seattle Reign today. Can they withstand the Reign's attempts to smother their offense and come out with a win? thedistrictpress.com/2025/09/07/w...