You know who we haven't heard from on the Balogun red card debacle yet? Jesse Mars....*bag gets thrown over my head and beatings with a bat commence*

The last time a red suspension was revoked in the World Cup was for Garrincha in Chile 62 was held in Chile. The Chilean people liked Garrincha's game a lot so, there was a ton of political pressure to revoke the suspension including a call from the Chilean president to FIFA and ... it worked.

Please, the last thing I want when walking out here for attention is attention

We're out at #SportingKC today and we have a Moises Mosquera sighting. There's like only two players out after a regen session. We'll chat with a couple players and Rapha Wicky.

The World Cup has taken center stage in Kansas City, and rightfully so. But KC's two local teams are gearing up for a return to league play. Both Sporting KC and the Kansas City Current have been busy. Get caught up through this week's inside KC Soccer: www.kansascity.com/sports/socce...

BREAKING: #SportingKC have signed defender Moises Mosquera from FC Juarez in Liga MX. The Colombian centerback just turned 25, and is on a 5 year deal through 2030/31 season.

We saw some spectacular goals in that game. Nusa and Diallo with individual brilliance, and the play from Norway on the winner is wonderful team play. The run to the side clears space for Berg's run. Bobb's ball in perfect, a slide-rule pass to Haaland. Incredible stuff.

AMAD!!!

Everyone’s being instructed to leave the concourse and head to the lower bowl. Security is reporting that there were gunshots fired on 20th street, east of the stadium and security instantly rushed everyone away from the concourse area.

There are directions to Shelter in place at Energizer Park right now. I’m trying to gather more information and will relay when it comes.

All that for four questions in total, no follow-ups. After waiting 40 minutes, we had to keep it tight because the team had a plane to catch tonight. There have been many strides the league has made. Still leaps to go to reach the efficiency and consistency of media access in other pro sports.

The Challenge Cup ended 30+ minutes ago and neither a coach or players have come to the zoom.

Dudley doubles the lead for Gotham. Current down 2-0 now. Just haven't had the creative spark.

HALF. Current down 1-0. Dominant opening 15 then nothing too dangerous after. A little too spread out, big gap between midfield line and back line. 45 minutes to sort it out. #KCBaby

NOW that's a pen. Though, E-Ball took a massive hit from Jordan and that probably could have been stopped for a head injury. She didn't look great getting up. But it's a Brad Jensen game so get on with it I guess? Esther converts. 1-0 Gotham. #KCBaby

this is funnier than I honestly expected

NWSL Challenge Cup action underway from Columbus! Current and Gotham vying for another trophy.

Former #KCBaby goalkeeper Almuth Schult is in the house today. Part of the German broadcast crew of Netherlands vs. Tunisia.

The Disgrace of Gijón will come into focus again this weekend. Algerians who experienced the pain of elimination in 1982 still talk about the injustice. And there is hope that the new generation can make amends. "Not for Algeria, but for soccer." www.kansascity.com/sports/fifa-...

Hallelujah to most of this.

BREAKING: #SportingKC has signed 29-year-old left-back Emir Karic from Sturm Graz in Austria. A deal through the 27/28 season with an option. Had 5 assists in 44 matches across all comps last year. Has played in German 2. Bundesliga and Bundesliga with Darmstadt as well.

Genuinely one of the worst officiating performances of the World Cup with this crew.

That should 100% be a foul on Pickford...is it Dogso?

There's at least two more that have not been publicly declared as HIP signings.

Would love the rest of the teams in the league who have signed players to HIP contracts to be UP FRONT about them. Crazy they aren't forced to publicly declare them in press releases.

The Current announce an extension for Temwa Chawinga through the 2029 season. The back to back #NWSL MVP and Golden Boot winner is staying around for a while.

Eloy Room had the night of his life 15 years after electing to play for Curacao. “People called me crazy when I switched from Holland to Curaçao. But I had a goal in mind." On his dream, and monumental moment in Kansas City last night. www.kansascity.com/sports/fifa-...

"I still say Turkey and not Türkiye"

Started a substack for some personal thoughts through the World Cup. From Tuesday: danielsperryonsoccer.substack.com/p/a-night-in...

England and #SportingKC's scrimmage photo from today is out. Israeli center back Or Blorian has arrived and participated in the session for today. #SportingKC looking to make a few more additions in this transfer window too.

South Africa shambolic defending so far this tournament.

Really was looking forward to a night at home with nothing but some time with the kids😅

Not that Jeff needs confirming, but multiple sources have confirmed the same to me. Sentnor will join Angel City FC for $850k in "transfer funds." Sentnor's contract expired at the end of the season. I would assume this is coming with a new contract, too. #KCBaby

Portugal is so frustrating because their midfield is full of brilliance, yet they're coached by Roberto Martinez and have a Sunday league striker up top.

The NWSL do be wildin'

So much has been made about the costliness of this World Cup. Rightfully so. But as fans left basking in the glow of #Messi and Argentina's shining performance, locals and travelers alike felt their expenditure was worth it. "This is priceless." www.kansascity.com/sports/fifa-...

Temwa Chawinga took the coin out to the field. A really cool moment for the KC Current star.

Good lord Mbappe. That is some strike.

Senegal! Ibrahim Mbaye gonna be a star one day. Though, Maignan struggled a little.

Finally, a World Cup game in KC. Some personal thoughts and anecdotes. danielsperryonsoccer.substack.com/p/a-book-ema...

“There’s a lot of unnecessary anger at people who don’t look like us, and pray like us, and walk like us, and cheer like us. In Lawrence, we are wide open to embracing something new.” On the love affair between Lawrence and Algeria for The Guardian: www.theguardian.com/football/202...

From getting England players to sign the Declaration of Independence, Algerian and Lawrence's love affair, and a celebratory night at FanFest, it's been a heck of week for the World Cup in Kansas City. And we're just getting started: www.kansascity.com/sports/fifa-...

Ecuador vs. Cote d'Ivoire is for the real sickos and ball knowers. Gonna be a very fun match.

Welcome to England training at Swope Soccer Village! Harry Kane will be honored to grace the same pitch Swope Park Rangers hero Dane Kelly scored while down to nine.

A 3-1 result this morning in Denmark means HB Køge has won the league title. 16 goals from #NWSL legend Nadia Nadim help clinch the first title. Team is owned by KC Current owners Chris and Angie Long.

Honestly coming away struck by the nature of Algeria's community session. Just an incredible night filled with smiles all around. A unique combination if KC/Lawrence community and Algerian pride and passion. So cool to see the way this sport unites people. #LesVerts

The World Cup is finally here. The #USMNT begins its host country campaign on Friday. Whether you know all the players, or are tuning into a USA soccer match for the first time in four years, here's your guide for Team USA this summer. www.kansascity.com/sports/fifa-...

This price point would be a crazy leap in investment from #SportingKC. However, it does somewhat fly in the face of the philosophy of how Lee wanted to build the roster back in February. Certainly signals a shift in thinking (and financial input?).

It was pretty toasty during today's training. Van Dijk says he and others are not so unaccustomed to the heat, but did praise the surface they trained on today at the KC Current facility. #NothingLikeOranje #KCBaby

EIGHT. EIGHT total red cards for Brazil. Four to coaches, four to players. Absolute head loss.