For the last three years, MLS was in a dispute with U.S. Soccer, which runs the Open Cup. That led to the league limiting how many of its teams played in the national championship.

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Here’s what you need to know for the girls soccer season in Howard County, including the top teams and players.

There was lots of high scoring in District 3 boys soccer as the calendar switched to September. Don’t see a player you think should’ve been listed? Make sure your coach is submitting box scores to scores@pennlive.com or email us.

Rutherford girls soccer enters the season with more than half its roster made up of freshmen and sophomores, a reality coach Richard Blanchard acknowledges brings a learning curve — though he said the young group has so far proven it can meet the challenge.

Live coverage of the AC Milan vs. Monza Coppa Italia game on ESPN, including live score, highlights and updated stats.

USMNT star Folarin Balogun’s failed transfer to Everton has fans buzzing with Donald Trump jokes. Folarin Balogun made headlines during the 2026 FIFA World Cup when US President Donald Trump played a role in overturning his red card against Bosnia and Herzegovina.