Drew Olsen
@drewolsen.fun
Behind the scenes for @americansocceranalysis.com
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Another one to potentially add: Denmark is currently in Path D -> playing in Mexico against Mexico, South Korea, and South Africa. If they were to win the group, they stay in Mexico. Otherwise it'd be Seattle or Foxborough (Boston) - Which could be relevant if US invades Greenland.
January 14, 2026 at 5:52 PM
Another one to potentially add: Denmark is currently in Path D -> playing in Mexico against Mexico, South Korea, and South Africa. If they were to win the group, they stay in Mexico. Otherwise it'd be Seattle or Foxborough (Boston) - Which could be relevant if US invades Greenland.
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I didn't write this for people in the Twin Cities. I wrote this to everyone else, my feeble attempt to try to be witness to the occupation of Minnesota and the chaos of every single day right now. open.substack.com/pub/wburdine...
Letter from an Occupied Minnesota
I want to write a bit about the last month in the Twin Cities.
open.substack.com
January 14, 2026 at 3:15 PM
I didn't write this for people in the Twin Cities. I wrote this to everyone else, my feeble attempt to try to be witness to the occupation of Minnesota and the chaos of every single day right now. open.substack.com/pub/wburdine...
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Most recent World Cups have been controversial in their own way.
But in 2026, the United States will take its place alongside the most problematic hosts in the tournament's checkered history.
Column @theguardian.com
But in 2026, the United States will take its place alongside the most problematic hosts in the tournament's checkered history.
Column @theguardian.com
US actions in Venezuela put the 2026 World Cup in disgraceful company | Leander Schaerlaeckens
In 1934 and 1978, Fifa’s big event was given over to authoritarian aims. There’s officially no more doubt that 2026 will be the same
www.theguardian.com
January 8, 2026 at 2:59 PM
Most recent World Cups have been controversial in their own way.
But in 2026, the United States will take its place alongside the most problematic hosts in the tournament's checkered history.
Column @theguardian.com
But in 2026, the United States will take its place alongside the most problematic hosts in the tournament's checkered history.
Column @theguardian.com
New ownership group has enough money to buy the team for $4.25 billion, but needs taxpayers to pay to renovate the stadium that team that plays in. Hmmm.
Full breakdown of everything you need to know about the Blazers' new proposal to the state of Oregon over Moda Center renovations, where incoming owner Tom Dundon factors in and what could come next: www.rosegardenreport.com/trail-blazer...
Trail Blazers Set to Ask State of Oregon for Funding for Major Moda Center Renovations: What it Means
The proposal is set to go before the state legislature at next month's budget session.
www.rosegardenreport.com
January 7, 2026 at 8:37 PM
New ownership group has enough money to buy the team for $4.25 billion, but needs taxpayers to pay to renovate the stadium that team that plays in. Hmmm.
I wish I was dead.
Emiliano Terzaghi joins the @heartsofpine.bsky.social.
After 143 games [126 playing time] with 63 goals and 7 assists for the @richmondkickers.bsky.social, he's now heading up North. #UpTheHearts
Press Release: www.heartsofpine.com/news/2026/01...
👋 @leagueoneupdater.com @rivercity93.bsky.social
After 143 games [126 playing time] with 63 goals and 7 assists for the @richmondkickers.bsky.social, he's now heading up North. #UpTheHearts
Press Release: www.heartsofpine.com/news/2026/01...
👋 @leagueoneupdater.com @rivercity93.bsky.social
January 5, 2026 at 5:30 PM
I wish I was dead.
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Good news for that 1916-17 UPenn team
January 1, 2026 at 8:28 PM
Good news for that 1916-17 UPenn team
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"We live in hell, and the rapacious need for growth in every industry, unrelenting, forever and ever, is decimating all of our institutions and our way of life."
Amanda Dobbins, on fire
Amanda Dobbins, on fire
December 10, 2025 at 10:20 PM
"We live in hell, and the rapacious need for growth in every industry, unrelenting, forever and ever, is decimating all of our institutions and our way of life."
Amanda Dobbins, on fire
Amanda Dobbins, on fire
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This is so cool. Shout out to ASA alums and legends @ajbarnold.bsky.social and @arielledror.bsky.social.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=FMcv...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=FMcv...
Bay FC Team Behind the Team: Data & Analytics
YouTube video by Bay FC
www.youtube.com
October 31, 2025 at 1:19 PM
This is so cool. Shout out to ASA alums and legends @ajbarnold.bsky.social and @arielledror.bsky.social.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=FMcv...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=FMcv...
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Very cool read.
Few things about Minnesota United's new era have been normal — from outlier tactics to striking a data deal with @americansocceranalysis.com.
@joeclowery.bsky.social spoke with key figures at the club to go inside the Loons' rebirth as one of MLS's most competitive outfits.
Read ⤵️
@joeclowery.bsky.social spoke with key figures at the club to go inside the Loons' rebirth as one of MLS's most competitive outfits.
Read ⤵️
Inside Minnesota United’s rebirth: Playing “like Stoke City on a rainy Tuesday” & buying into data
The Loons’ unorthodox rebuild has seen them develop into one of MLS’s most modern and competitive outfits.
www.backheeled.com
October 29, 2025 at 2:05 PM
Very cool read.
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Watching some GOP outrage at Virginia Democrats starting a ruthless off-year gerrymander
October 24, 2025 at 1:09 PM
Watching some GOP outrage at Virginia Democrats starting a ruthless off-year gerrymander
Shot, chaser!
The Blazers went ahead 46-40 midway through the second quarter on Kris Murray’s 3-pointer. But the Timberwolves rallied behind guard Anthony Edwards' 41 points to take the season opener. To make matters worse, Portland coach Chauncey Billups was arrested in a federal gambling probe.
Trail Blazers lose their lead and season opener as Timberwolves rally behind Edwards’ 41 points for 118-114 win
Anthony Edwards had 41 points and the Minnesota Timberwolves rallied in the fourth quarter for a 118-114 season-opening win over the Portland Trail Blazers.
www.opb.org
October 23, 2025 at 3:42 PM
Shot, chaser!
Probably bad news for Jones though - Hampton Roads is his base and he used to represent the 89th district that borders this one.
October 21, 2025 at 7:10 PM
Probably bad news for Jones though - Hampton Roads is his base and he used to represent the 89th district that borders this one.
Floating above the bleachers in support of my beloved "F. C,"
October 15, 2025 at 2:55 PM
Floating above the bleachers in support of my beloved "F. C,"
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The elimination of USAID is a moral atrocity and all involved made a choice to enable, and then lie about, ending the lives of some of the most vulnerable people in the world.
October 8, 2025 at 2:09 PM
The elimination of USAID is a moral atrocity and all involved made a choice to enable, and then lie about, ending the lives of some of the most vulnerable people in the world.
Great to see such a principled stand from a guy already known for his commitment to not using alternative methods to improve performance.
October 8, 2025 at 3:03 PM
Great to see such a principled stand from a guy already known for his commitment to not using alternative methods to improve performance.
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Every mascot had awkward years. Here’s Oregon from 1979.
October 3, 2025 at 7:22 PM
Every mascot had awkward years. Here’s Oregon from 1979.
Nothing recent from what I can find though.
September 26, 2025 at 10:42 PM
Nothing recent from what I can find though.
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I wrote about @zohrankmamdani.bsky.social, THE (presumptive) SOCCER MAYOR.
This week's @theguardian.com column www.theguardian.com/football/202...
This week's @theguardian.com column www.theguardian.com/football/202...
Zohran Mamdani’s Fifa fight is a blueprint for the left to re-engage with sports | Leander Schaerlaeckens
The New York City mayoral candidate’s petition blends progressive politics to an audience that’s been near-monopolized by the right
www.theguardian.com
September 25, 2025 at 12:46 PM
I wrote about @zohrankmamdani.bsky.social, THE (presumptive) SOCCER MAYOR.
This week's @theguardian.com column www.theguardian.com/football/202...
This week's @theguardian.com column www.theguardian.com/football/202...