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Your local, independent soccer media outlet! Supporting D.C. United, Washington Spirit, Loudoun United, DC Power FC, USWNT & USMNT. Formerly Black and Red United.

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November 14, 2025 at 2:42 PM
Happy Friday! Today we're talking about the planned MLS calendar switch, this year's Hall of Fame inductees, and Luis Rubiales getting pelted with eggs.
MLS to change calendar in 2027, USMNT jet lag strategies, and more: Friday Freedom Kicks
Happy Friday! We have plenty of soccer news to discuss today, and all I did of note this week was bake some cookies (tasty!) and watch the new Frankenstein movie (bad!). Let's get to it! MLS to align calendar with top leagues around the world (MLS)I can't believe they actually did it. MLS says they will switch to a summer-to-spring format in 2027, although there's been…
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November 14, 2025 at 1:49 PM
Happy Thursday. Today we discuss DC Power's first home victory of the year, the Spirit selling our Audi Field in record time, FIFA activating its dynamic pricing, the Men's international window, the fanbase you would most want to hang out with, and more in Thursday's Freedom Kicks,
DC Power Win, Spirit Sell Out, MLS Calendar May Go Cold, the Men’s International Window Opens, and more: Thursday Freedom Kicks
Happy Thursday everyone. I realized something the other day when I was talking to my Washington State-based in-laws about what's coming their way with next year's World Cup. I grumble a lot about organization, prices, and processes related to the event (see below), but don't always give credit where credit is due. My in-laws and I ended up discussing the artwork created for the different host cities that was revealed a few months back.
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November 13, 2025 at 1:00 PM
D.C. United and Loudoun are done for the year but Aaron Herrera, Kye Rowles, and Arquimides Ordonez play on. We preview their upcoming matches and explain what is at stake for Australia and Guatemala.
International Window Preview: D.C. United and Loudoun Players Play On
D.C. United and Loudoun’s seasons are over. That doesn’t mean all of the players from both teams are sitting on a beach somewhere sipping on drinks with umbrellas in them. Some still have meaning matches remaining this year. Aaron Herrera and Arquimides Ordonez were both called in to try and help Guatemala with their World Cup qualifying matches. Rowles will join Australia as they continue preparations for next summer.
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November 12, 2025 at 7:00 PM
DC Power is back on the field this evening against Fort Lauderdale United in the friendly confines of Audi Field. Join us for all the discussion!
DC Power FC vs. Fort Lauderdale United FC: Preview, time, and how to watch
DC Power FC are back on the field tonight as they take on Fort Lauderdale United FC at Audi Field. The team is coming off a loss at Brooklyn FC over the weekend, but are hoping that two straight matches at home can help get them back on track. DC Power head coach Omid Namazi thought the play against Brooklyn FC was fine, but he wanted the team to be more aggressive and have more intensity on the field.
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November 12, 2025 at 5:48 PM
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As you may have noticed, we have a NEW LOOK! Of course, we will still be bringing you the same Hey Spirits content.

Thanks to local artist Ale Rodriguez-Gitler for the design. You can find more of her work here: aler-g.com
November 11, 2025 at 3:44 PM
Spirit player/coach up for EOY awards, DMV native wins USL Young Player of the Year, and more: Tuesday Freedom Kicks
Award nominations galore for the Spirit, DMV native wins USL Young Player of the Year, and more: Tuesday Freedom Kicks
The Spirit are racking up award nominations this week and a DMV native wins an award in the USL Championship! Find out who is up for what in this Tuesday’s Freedom Kicks!
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November 11, 2025 at 1:34 PM
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🌸NEW POD🌸

In solidarity with the Spirit, Annie, Ella & André went into extra time recapping yet another dramatic and special playoff win at Audi!

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November 10, 2025 at 3:38 PM
Spirit win, Power lose, and more: Monday Freedom Kicks

Happy Monday, everyone. My Lions were in town this weekend...we put it on the Commanders, so I'm happy. Let's do some quick happy Kicks! Spirit Survive the Shootout: Washington to Semis for Second Year in a Row (DP) Yeaaaah! The Spirit get…
Spirit win, Power lose, and more: Monday Freedom Kicks
Happy Monday, everyone. My Lions were in town this weekend...we put it on the Commanders, so I'm happy. Let's do some quick happy Kicks! Spirit Survive the Shootout: Washington to Semis for Second Year in a Row (DP) Yeaaaah! The Spirit get past a shootout again, this time against Racing Louisville! They advance to the NWSL semis, where they will host against Portland on Saturday.
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November 10, 2025 at 12:30 PM
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⚫🟡WE HAVE A SEMIFINAL MATCH🟡⚫
Same time. Same place. Let’s run it back.
November 9, 2025 at 11:08 PM
Spirit Survive the Shootout: Washington to Semis for Second Year in a Row

Even before kickoff, Audi Field was shaking. My uncle texted, “It is HYPE here at the stadium. You can’t even hear the PA,” and honestly, that said it all. Nearly 20,000 fans showed up to watch the Spirit survive a 1–1…
Spirit Survive the Shootout: Washington to Semis for Second Year in a Row
Even before kickoff, Audi Field was shaking. My uncle texted, “It is HYPE here at the stadium. You can’t even hear the PA,” and honestly, that said it all. Nearly 20,000 fans showed up to watch the Spirit survive a 1–1 nail-biter and edge Racing Louisville 3–1 in penalties to reach the NWSL semifinals. The Spirit controlled possession early, with Rosemonde Kouassi nearly opening the scoring in the 17th minute before the goal was called back for offside after VAR review.
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November 9, 2025 at 10:19 PM
🟡IT'S MATCH DAY!!⚫

Washington Spirit begin their playoff campaign with a home match against Racing Louisville. Will a reunited Spirit find the intensity to defeat the tricky, counterattacking Racing?
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Washington Spirit vs. Racing Louisville FC: Quarterfinal preview, time, and how to watch
It’s been a tumultuous year for the Washington Spirit. After winning the Challenge Cup in March, they’ve batted through injuries, midweek matches, and a coaching change to hold onto sec…
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November 8, 2025 at 2:50 PM
USMNT November roster, Best FIFA shortlists, NWSL playoff preview, and more: Friday Freedom Kicks

Happy Friday! I don't know about all of you, but I have been struggling with the early sunsets in this first week of standard time. What am I supposed to do when it's 8 p.m., and it's already been…
USMNT November roster, Best FIFA shortlists, NWSL playoff preview, and more: Friday Freedom Kicks
Happy Friday! I don't know about all of you, but I have been struggling with the early sunsets in this first week of standard time. What am I supposed to do when it's 8 p.m., and it's already been dark for hours!?! It also has my cats very confused and yowling at me for food at all hours, including when I am trying to write my Freedom Kicks!
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November 7, 2025 at 1:36 PM
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🌸NEW POD🌸

Annie, Ella & André recap a forgettable game then look ahead to the playoffs! The Purp are a throwback NWSL team, what does that mean and how can the Spirit make sure Rahsing’s playoff run ends at Audi?

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November 5, 2025 at 4:33 PM
Welcome to Wednesday. We've got updates on Spirit injuries and absences, statements by NWSL and NWSLPA, Updates on USMNT players in the Champions League, and more USMNT on USMNT drama in today's Freedom Kicks.
Spirit Injury Update, NWSL Attendance, Lalas Pontificating, Punk Rock, and more: Wednesday Freedom Kicks
Welcome to Wednesday everyone. I don't have any good soccer-related intro material for you today. I will, however, share a moment of joy for me from yesterday. Everyone has that movie, song, book, whatever that helps them detox and recenter. Among the movies that serve that function for me are The Mummy and The Mummy Returns. Yesterday it was announced that the movie's original stars Brendan Fraser and Rachel Weiss were in talks to return for another round.
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November 5, 2025 at 1:00 PM
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Trin 🤝 Lynn
Some updates from our photographer Jason Taylor on today's Washington Spirit open training:

-Trin was running and wearing leg sleeve, not a brace
-Monday was not present
-Deb, Croix, and a few other players, were working with trainers
-Rose and Leicy training with team
November 4, 2025 at 11:36 PM
Some updates from our photographer Jason Taylor on today's Washington Spirit open training:

-Trin was running and wearing leg sleeve, not a brace
-Monday was not present
-Deb, Croix, and a few other players, were working with trainers
-Rose and Leicy training with team
November 4, 2025 at 10:22 PM
FIFPRO World XI announced, Messi to Baltimore(!?), and more: Tuesday Freedom Kicks

Good morning everyone! An update on my 30+ soccer league adventures; we won last night! It had been a few weeks (maybe months) since we had won so it feels good to bask in the warm glow of victory despite my ankle…
FIFPRO World XI announced, Messi to Baltimore(!?), and more: Tuesday Freedom Kicks
Good morning everyone! An update on my 30+ soccer league adventures; we won last night! It had been a few weeks (maybe months) since we had won so it feels good to bask in the warm glow of victory despite my ankle being a little upset with me. Anyways, onto the football! Barcelona's Lamine Yamal youngest in FIFPRO Men's World 11 (ESPN)
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November 4, 2025 at 2:41 PM
Spirit & Loudoun lose, DC Power win, and more: Monday Freedom Kicks

Happy Monday, everyone. We had some local soccer results, so let's begin with those! The Spirit lost their final regular season game to Utah, 1-0. But, the playoffs are set! They will face Racing Louisville at Rowdy Audi on…
Spirit & Loudoun lose, DC Power win, and more: Monday Freedom Kicks
Happy Monday, everyone. We had some local soccer results, so let's begin with those! The Spirit lost their final regular season game to Utah, 1-0. But, the playoffs are set! They will face Racing Louisville at Rowdy Audi on Saturday! And the rest of the quarterfinal round: Loudoun eliminated in playoffs 1-0 to North Carolina (DP) Loudoun United's season comes to an end as they lost to North Carolina FC in the first round of the playoffs.
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November 3, 2025 at 12:30 PM
Loudoun United pushed with everything they could but fell to North Carolina FC 1-0. We examine the game, and look at the offseason for the team...and the USL.

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November 2, 2025 at 4:41 PM
👻IT'S MATCH DAY!!👻

Washington Spirit don't have much to lose in their Decision Day match against Utah Royals, but their lengthy availability report raises questions about whether they can achieve a tone-setting win before playoffs.
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Utah Royals vs. Washington Spirit: Preview, time, and how to watch
NWSL Decision Day has arrived, and Washington Spirit are all set to play their final game of the 2025 regular season against Utah Royals FC. Despite the fanfare around Decision Day, this match won&…
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November 2, 2025 at 4:01 PM