Player Ratings: USMNT edge out Costa Rica
Player Ratings: USMNT Survive Costa Rica in Penalty Shootout Thriller to Reach Gold Cup Semifinals.
USA vs. Costa Rica: Gold Cup Quarterfinal Preview
USA vs. Costa Rica: Gold Cup Quarterfinal Preview When the U.S. Men’s National Team walks into the vaulted steel and glass of U.S. Bank Stadium this Sunday night, they won’t just be stepping into a soccer match—they’ll be stepping into a crucible. Make sure you’re following us on Instagram @official_ftlos and on Facebook at ForTheLoveOfSoccer.com for your dose of […]
Tournament Guide: 7 awesome tourneys added to the calendar
FTLOS HQ | I know you’re busy—and it’s easy to just sign up for the same ol’ tournaments as before—but not so fast, buck-o. Make sure you’re following us on Instagram @official_ftlos and on Facebook at ForTheLoveOfSoccer.com for your daily dose of soccer news. If you haven’t yet, seriously—what are you waiting for? I just added seven new tournaments to the FTLOS […]
What good looks like: Dribbling
Get caught up – if you don’t know what good looks like on ball control and passing then, by all means, read away. Technical Ability: Is your dribbling a strength or a weakness? Seriously. You can take over a game by excelling at dribbling. Do you think learning how to dribble at a high level […]
What good looks like: Passing
If you missed yesterday’s post, we started off with Ball Control, which you can read here. Technical Ability: I guess you can call this a series. We’re onto the second technical skill which is passing. Kind of a big deal in the game. What good looks like: Passing You must be able to successfully complete […]
What good looks like – Ball Control
Is ball control important? Uhhh yeah. We classify this as technical ability. What good looks like – Ball Control You must be able to bring a ball under control instantly and smoothly. This means collecting the ball and moving in a new direction without needing to stop it completely—while still maintaining secure possession. Work on […]
David Beckham Finally Gets Knighted
David Beckham is more than just a global icon—he’s a living legend of the game whose career has left an indelible mark on soccer across generations. A Storied Career with Manchester United Beckham’s rise to football stardom began at Manchester United, where he became a household name. As part of the famed “Class of ’92,” Beckham […]
Tournament Guide: 24th Annual 3-on-3 Soccer Challenge Returns to St. Louis!
🏆 24th Annual 3-on-3 Soccer Challenge Returns to St. Louis! St. Louis Scott Gallagher is proud to host the 24th Annual 3-on-3 Soccer Challenge, the longest-running 3v3 tournament in the St. Louis Metropolitan Region! This action-packed event is perfect for players of all ages and skill levels—from recreational youth to adult competitors. Whether you’re 7 or 40+, […]
USMNT 2025 Match Guide: 7 Can’t-Miss Games Across the USA This Summer
🇺🇸 Your Ultimate Guide to the USMNT 2025 Matches on U.S. Soil There’s no shortage of footy in 2025 as the U.S. Men’s National Team gears up for a massive summer. With a busy schedule of friendlies and Gold Cup action, fans across the country will get the chance to see the red, white, and […]
2025 MLS NEXT & ECNL Playoff Preview + USWNT and Pulisic Headlines
FTLOS 5 for June 4th