Last Word On Soccer

Recently, it seemed that Club America escaped unscathed from their chaotic schedule last week with the notable exception of Diego Valdes. With the much needed international break it all seemed painted for America to rest up and recharge. Bracing themselves for yet another storm of matches in a short period of time. Although things did not go according to plan for America, who … [Read more...] about Club America Injury Woes Ahead of Busy Schedule

PODCAST – Hello Colorado Rapids fans. This week on Holding The High Line, a lot happened. We recap that loss to Houston Dynamo and the officiating controversy from the end of the game. The Rapids attack is still a work in progress. Rabbi and Red banter about Colorado Rapids mascot history and whether we like RapidMan or prefer Edson the Eagle and friends. Rapids 2 beat Azteca, … [Read more...] about Holding The High Line: Colorado Rapids Mascot History

ANALYSIS – As the rain poured down again on Red Bull Arena, the New York Red Bulls faced Inter Miami CF. Both squads were missing pieces between injuries and International Duty, but the show must go on. A trio of goals from Lewis Morgan, along with Wiki Carmona’s first goal of the 2024 campaign, launched New York past Miami for their second home shutout of the season. Red Bulls … [Read more...] about Red Bulls Shutout Inter Miami CF at Red Bull Arena

Kobe & Shaq’s Lakers. Michael & Pippen’s Bulls, twice. Gregg Berhalter’s USMNT. Three-peating isn’t for everyone. In all seriousness, this was a major accomplishment for the USMNT. Even if you view the Nations League as a soulless money grab, winning a tournament of any kind, three times in a row, is not an easy feat. After seeing off Mexico by *that scoreline* of Dos … [Read more...] about USMNT Post Nations League Stock Up, Stock Down

PODCAST – Holding The High Line reviews the draw against Seattle Sounders and looks ahead to Houston Dynamo on Saturday. We also talk about Rapids 2 in the Open Cup against Azteca FC and have an Ask HTHL on thirst traps. What are Djordjo Mihailovic and Rafael Navarro doing well and what has to get better in the press and the attack? What can Moise Bombito do for Colorado this … [Read more...] about Holding The High Line: Rapids Draw Seattle