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Seattle

Field to Table launches February 18 with chefs such as Trey Lamont, Liz Kenyon, Sabrina Tinsley, and Maximillian Petty serving multi course meals. Lumen Field Will Soon Host Outdoor Dinners from Major Seattle Chefs - Eater Seattle

MLS/USL

“The former Italian international and A.C. Milan defender has plenty of miles left in his tank and we’re excited to have him here for this upcoming season.” Miami FC Signs Former A.C. Milan Defender Luca Antonelli

An Atomic Ant reunion in southern California? Greg Vanney addressed reports of Sebastian Giovinco to the LA Galaxy on The Call Up. Sebastian Giovinco to the LA Galaxy? Greg Vanney addresses “complicated situation” | MLSsoccer.com

He’s a Mexican youth national team player currently playing with their U15s and U16s. LA Galaxy II Sign Midfielder Alex Alcala

LA Galaxy have completed the signing of Mexican teenage prodigy Alex Alcala, the club announced. LA Galaxy sign Mexico wunderkind Alcala to first professional contract

Thierry Henry is a candidate to become the new Bournemouth manager; the club have spent the last two weeks in discussions to find a replacement for former boss Jason Tindall; Henry currently managing in MLS with CF Montreal. Thierry Henry: Bournemouth want to hold talks with ex-Arsenal star about becoming new boss | Football News | Sky Sports

NWSL/WoSo Leagues

A-Rod talks about returning to Kansas City with the new KC NWSL team and much more. Amy Rodriguez interview: back in Kansas City - The Blue Testament

Pia Sundhage has been the head coach of the Brazil women’s national team since July 2019. Her eight wins and only one loss from 13 games played thus far has been accompanied by the team playing a more aggressive style while balancing the older generation with some of Brazil’s rising stars. Pia Sundhage’s joy could be her legacy in Brazil – Equalizer Soccer($)

Having worked with Ebony Salmon while she was on loan at Sheffield United, Rich Laverty remembers the striker’s on-pitch impact, and explains the progress she’s made since moving to the FA WSL. Ebony Salmon’s first England call-up is testament to her hard work and dazzling impact – The Offside Rule

The Football Association says it has no plans to introduce full-time referees to the Women’s Super League and Women’s Championship for at least three years. FA has no plans to introduce full-time referees to Women's Super League and Women's Championship - BBC Sport

New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy said league advisers had a role after his soccer team was named in an investigation into alleged visa fraud. Murphy says Sky Blue soccer firm in visa investigation was recommended

Gold medalist Dominique Dawes, former White House residents, and many, many more have bought into the Spirit. Washington Spirit add literally dozens of new owners - Black And Red United

When you survive multiple teams dissolving, everything happens so much. NWSL preseason preview: Abby Smith and Kansas City - All For XI

A number of Leicester City players have been fined by the club after breaking coronavirus protocols while attending a party last weekend. Leicester City: Women's players fined after hosting party - BBC Sport

USA/Canada

USWNT left-back Crystal Dunn is finding her voice and becoming more outspoken about matters on and off the pitch. ‘A new Crystal Dunn’ - USWNT star will not be staying silent any longer | Goal.com

Ah, our old friends whom we kinda sorta hate but not really anymore? SheBelieves: Scouting USA vs Canada - Stars and Stripes FC

TV information, how to follow along, and the players you need to know going into the tournament. SheBelieves Cup guide: USWNT, Brazil, Canada, Argentina – The Athletic

“Our players are not golden spoon athletes. They are not taking in hundreds of thousands of dollars a season,” said Kruk, who is Executive Director. “These are real working people. Over 50 percent of players are making less than 22,000 Canadian dollar a year.” Canadian union: “Our players are not golden spoon athletes" - FIFPRO World Players' Union

He took a big risk when he stood up for George Floyd, but he also made a big statement. Black History Month: Weston McKennie makes a statement - Stars and Stripes FC

Whether market realities can explain why USWNT general manager Kate Markgraf earned less than her men’s counterpart, US Soccer has done little to earn the benefit of the doubt. Revealed: how the pay gap at US Soccer goes all the way up the ladder | The Guardian

Matthew Hoppe of Yorba Linda endured a period of frustration before finding success in Germany. Soccer newsletter: How Matthew Hoppe made it in the Bundesliga - Los Angeles Times

World

Olympique de Marseille supporter groups have asked fans to boycott the team’s merchandising products after the board threatened to end a convention on season tickets at preferential rates amid a deep club crisis. Soccer-OM fans call for merchandising products boycott amid feud with club board | Nasdaq

As things stand, the difference between being on or offside might be the size of boots you wear, or whether you have close-cropped or long hair. Ian Darke: VAR has become too intrusive, and FIFA needs to change it

Reddit comes through again. How European competitions will work next season, in one easy chart - Cartilage Free Captain

Opinions were exchanged at the Camp Nou. Griezmann and Pique involved in X-rated exchange during PSG loss - Barca Blaugranes

Real Madrid’s Vinicius Junior apologised to Zinedine Zidane last summer after being caught on his phone during a team warmup, sources told ESPN. Real Madrid's Vinicius apologised to Zidane after Champions League phone row - sources

A banner with death threats aimed at players of Chilean club Colo-Colo was displayed at the club’s training ground. 'Win or we kill you' - Ultras prepare for Colo-Colo relegation decider

What’s on TV?

6:00am - Chennaiyin vs NorthEast United - Indian Super League - ESPN+

7:00am - Dynamo Kyiv vs Club Brugge - Europa League - CBS All Access

9:55am - Crvena Zvezda vs Milan - Europa League - CBS All Access, Galavision

9:55am - Sporting Braga vs Roma - Europa League - CBS All Access

9:55am - Olympiakos Piraeus vs PSV - Europa League - CBS All Access

9:55am - Krasnodar vs Dinamo Zagreb - Europa League - CBS All Access

9:55am - Slavia Praha vs Leicester City - Europa League - CBS All Access

9:55am - Young Boys vs Bayer Leverkusen - Europa League - CBS All Access

9:55am - Real Sociedad vs Manchester United - Europa League - CBS All Access, UniMas

9:55am - Wolfsberger AC vs Tottenham Hotspur - Europa League - CBS All Access, TUDN

12:00pm - Lille vs Ajax - Europa League - CBS All Access, Galavision

12:00pm - Granada vs Napoli - Europa League - CBS All Access, TUDN

12:00pm - Antwerp vs Rangers - Europa League - CBS All Access

12:00pm - Benfica vs Arsenal - Europa League - CBS All Access, Univision

12:00pm - Molde vs Hoffenheim - Europa League - CBS All Access

12:00pm - Salzburg vs Villarreal - Europa League - CBS All Access

12:00pm - Maccabi Tel Aviv vs Shakhtar Donetsk - Europa League - CBS All Access

1:00pm - Brazil vs Argentina - She Believes Cup - FS1

4:00pm - USWNT vs Canada - She Believes Cup - FS1, TUDN

7:00pm - Atletico San Luis vs Santos Laguna - Liga MX - TUDN

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