Philly has another player tied to a European move, LAFC has another player test positive for COVID while on international duty, and AC Milan’s exec thinks MLS and Liga MX should merge. Gabon’s National Team slept on the floor of an airport before their African Cup of Nations match.

Seattle

Who stood out as The Defiant of 2020, that player who best represents the spirit of Tacoma and Defiance more than anyone to wear the crest? The Defiant of 2020 | Full Moon Storytelling

MLS

The Audi 2020 MLS Cup Playoffs are just a week away, opening with a pair of Play-In games in the Eastern Conference on November 20 and continuing all the way through to MLS Cup on December 12. MLSsoccer.com personalities pick the Audi 2020 MLS Cup Playoffs | MLSsoccer.com

According to Brazilian publication Globo Esporte, there’s an MLS offer for striker Hulk, who will be out of contract in January 2021. MLS Transfer Tracker: Hulk has offer from MLS club | MLSsoccer.com

Wagner was acquired from the third division in Germany in 2019. Report: English Premier League, Bundesliga teams tracking Kai Wagner - Brotherly Game

Sporting Kansas City’s Roger Espinoza understands the United States has been consumed by the presidential election but he’s disheartened by the lack of response stateside to the hurricane. Sporting's Espinoza hopes to bring relief to Honduras

On the road, LAFC will square off against defending MLS Cup winners. LAFC gear up for chess match on the field against Seattle Sounders - Angels on Parade

Yet another player tests positive, albeit on international duty. LAFC’s Diego Palacios tests positive for coronavirus - Angels on Parade

The arrival of a living legend could be the bargaining chip City needs to finally get a home of their own. Signing Lionel Messi could be tipping point in NYCFC Stadium saga - Hudson River Blue

Vote Frei, and some other dudes. Vote for MLS Save of the Year presented by Allstate | MLSsoccer.com

AC Milan executive and former MLS deputy commissioner Ivan Gazidis said that a MLS-Liga MX merger is something that should be considered. AC Milan's Ivan Gazidis: MLS, Liga MX merger could be good for growth

The former Sounder confirmed via his Instagram that he is leaving the Chicago Fire. Midfielder Mike Azira Leaves Chicago Fire | ChimpReports

The MLS, NWSL, and USL teams under Utah Soccer’s umbrella are in a state of limbo as the sale process drags on. MLS could take over Real Salt Lake sale in 2021 – The Athletic ($)

WoSo

Meeting Will Mark First Match Between the Countries Since 2019 FIFA Women’s World Cup Final; Ninth and Final Game for the USWNT in 2020 Will Be Broadcast on ESPN2 and TUDN. U.S. Women’s National Team to Face the Netherlands on Nov. 27 in Breda

After being named on this year’s Goal 50 list, USWNT left-back Crystal Dunn looks back on a year that saw all aspects of her life alter in one way or another. 'I've been on a path of dealing with the unexpected' - USWNT star Dunn adapting to adversity like only she can | Sporting News Canada

Jessy Parker Humphreys looks at the big talking points from Women’s Football Weekend. WSL: Five things we learned from the weekend’s action – The Offside Rule

The fourth pick in the 2020 NWSL draft discusses a rookie season like no other and her recent call-up to USWNT training camp. Rising star Ashley Sanchez on USWNT camp and her rookie NWSL season | Just Women's Sports

Manchester United write to the Football Association after feeling “rules were breached” over the postponement of their Continental Cup fixture with Everton. Man Utd women write to FA to complain about Everton cup postponement - BBC Sport

USA

What a night in Austria! USMNT shows dazzling scoring display in Panama rout - Stars and Stripes FC

MLSsoccer.com’s Charles Boehm shares his takeaways after the US men’s national team romped to a 6-2 friendly win over Panama. Four things we learned from the US men's national team's 6-2 win over Panama | MLSsoccer.com

World

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and the Gabon team had to spend the night sleeping on the airport floor ahead of their Africa Cup of Nations qualifier. Arsenals Aubameyang Gabon team forced to sleep on airport floor before qualifier

Sergio Ramos has cancelled a news conference to avoid adding to speculation about his Real Madrid future, sources have told ESPN. Real Madrid's Ramos cancels conference to avoid speculation over future - sources

Arsenal believe they can inspire fans across the globe to be more sustainable after signing up to a United Nations plan to help tackle climate change. Arsenal: Premier League club join UN climate action plan - BBC Sport

Hollywood stars Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney are to be the new owners of National League club Wrexham, whose fans overwhelmingly backed the sale. Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney: Hollywood stars to take over Wrexham - BBC Sport

What’s on TV?

10:00 AM - Vanderbilt v. Tennessee - NCAA Women’s - ESPN+

11:45 AM - Spain v. Germany - UEFA Nations League - UniMas, ESPN+

11:45 AM - Switzerland v. Ukraine - UEFA Nations League - ESPN+

11:45 AM - Gibraltar v. Liechtenstein - UEFA Nations League - ESPN+

11:45 AM - Andorra v. Latvia - UEFA Nations League - ESPN+

11:45 AM - Malta v. Faroe Islands - UEFA Nations League - ESPN+

11:45 AM - Croatia v. Portugal - UEFA Nations League - ESPN2, ESPN+

11:45 AM - France v. Sweden - UEFA Nations League - ESPN+

11:45 AM - Luxembourg v. Azerbaijan - UEFA Nations League - ESPN+

11:45 AM - Montenegro v. Cyprus - UEFA Nations League - ESPN+

12:00 PM - Japan v. Mexico - International Friendly - TUDN, Univision,

12:30 PM - LSU v. Texas A&M - NCAA Women’s - ESPN+

3:00 PM - Auburn v. Arkansas - NCAA Women’s - ESPN+

5:30 PM - Missouri v. South Carolina - NCAA Women’s - ESPN+