Felipe Cardenas
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Senior Writer, The Athletic | The Athletic FC | CBS Sports Golazo Correspondent 📺 | IG: felipe_cardenas_sccr | @theathletic.bsky.social | @theathleticfc.bsky.social
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FIFA's current parking prices will cost more than some actual match tickets at previous World Cups.
Parking and transportation have long represented an imposing challenge for the World Cup’s 16 North American host cities.
Parking and transportation have long represented an imposing challenge for the World Cup’s 16 North American host cities.
November 10, 2025 at 4:36 PM
FIFA's current parking prices will cost more than some actual match tickets at previous World Cups.
Parking and transportation have long represented an imposing challenge for the World Cup’s 16 North American host cities.
Parking and transportation have long represented an imposing challenge for the World Cup’s 16 North American host cities.
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New from me:
A big interview with Mauricio Pochettino as the #USMNT gets to work in Philadelphia.
On the team's progress so far, his values, and his praise for the Union's impressive contributions to the national team player pool:
www.inquirer.com/soccer/mauri... via @phillysport.bsky.social
A big interview with Mauricio Pochettino as the #USMNT gets to work in Philadelphia.
On the team's progress so far, his values, and his praise for the Union's impressive contributions to the national team player pool:
www.inquirer.com/soccer/mauri... via @phillysport.bsky.social
Mauricio Pochettino reflects on the USMNT’s progress, and looks forward to his first game in Philly
The U.S. manager sat down with The Inquirer to talk about the highs and lows of the journey to the World Cup along with his admiration for the Union's contribution to the national team program.
www.inquirer.com
November 10, 2025 at 1:24 PM
New from me:
A big interview with Mauricio Pochettino as the #USMNT gets to work in Philadelphia.
On the team's progress so far, his values, and his praise for the Union's impressive contributions to the national team player pool:
www.inquirer.com/soccer/mauri... via @phillysport.bsky.social
A big interview with Mauricio Pochettino as the #USMNT gets to work in Philadelphia.
On the team's progress so far, his values, and his praise for the Union's impressive contributions to the national team player pool:
www.inquirer.com/soccer/mauri... via @phillysport.bsky.social
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BREAKING: The NWSL is awarding its 17th franchise to Atlanta and will join the league for a record expansion fee of $165 million, sources tell The Athletic.
Details: www.nytimes.com/athletic/679...
Details: www.nytimes.com/athletic/679...
November 9, 2025 at 11:35 PM
BREAKING: The NWSL is awarding its 17th franchise to Atlanta and will join the league for a record expansion fee of $165 million, sources tell The Athletic.
Details: www.nytimes.com/athletic/679...
Details: www.nytimes.com/athletic/679...
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PLAY OF THE YEAR!
Indiana's Fernando Mendoza connects with Omar Cooper Jr. for an unreal, game-winning TD to beat Penn State in the final seconds of the game.
Indiana's Fernando Mendoza connects with Omar Cooper Jr. for an unreal, game-winning TD to beat Penn State in the final seconds of the game.
November 8, 2025 at 8:41 PM
PLAY OF THE YEAR!
Indiana's Fernando Mendoza connects with Omar Cooper Jr. for an unreal, game-winning TD to beat Penn State in the final seconds of the game.
Indiana's Fernando Mendoza connects with Omar Cooper Jr. for an unreal, game-winning TD to beat Penn State in the final seconds of the game.
On Wednesday Lionel Messi admitted that he doesn’t know anything about business. He has also never aligned himself with a political ideology.
Why was he a featured guest at the conservative-led America Business Forum in Miami?
www.nytimes.com/athletic/678...
Why was he a featured guest at the conservative-led America Business Forum in Miami?
www.nytimes.com/athletic/678...
Lionel Messi’s appearance at a forum for business and politics strangely made sense
The Inter Miami and Argentina star has a huge presence in the business world, but humbly admits he knows little about it
www.nytimes.com
November 7, 2025 at 2:46 AM
On Wednesday Lionel Messi admitted that he doesn’t know anything about business. He has also never aligned himself with a political ideology.
Why was he a featured guest at the conservative-led America Business Forum in Miami?
www.nytimes.com/athletic/678...
Why was he a featured guest at the conservative-led America Business Forum in Miami?
www.nytimes.com/athletic/678...
November 6, 2025 at 7:03 PM
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Sources: Sources: Atlanta United finalizing a deal to name Tata Martino head coach.
Tata was the first head coach in Atlanta history. A legend at the club.
Now he’s back.
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Tata was the first head coach in Atlanta history. A legend at the club.
Now he’s back.
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November 5, 2025 at 9:41 PM
Sources: Sources: Atlanta United finalizing a deal to name Tata Martino head coach.
Tata was the first head coach in Atlanta history. A legend at the club.
Now he’s back.
w/ @paultenorio.bsky.social @felipecardenas.bsky.social
Tata was the first head coach in Atlanta history. A legend at the club.
Now he’s back.
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🇻🇪 Sources: Josef Martinez is departing the San Jose Earthquakes.
Mutual decision, we're told. SJ will decline option and he hits free agency. Was team's leading scorer.
Martinez always interested in Atlanta reunion. TBD.
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www.nytimes.com/athletic/678...
Mutual decision, we're told. SJ will decline option and he hits free agency. Was team's leading scorer.
Martinez always interested in Atlanta reunion. TBD.
w/ @felipecardenas.bsky.social
www.nytimes.com/athletic/678...
Josef Martinez to leave San Jose Earthquakes, eligible for MLS free agency
The 32-year-old Venezuela international forward was San Jose’s leading goal scorer this season with 14 goals in league play.
www.nytimes.com
November 5, 2025 at 11:53 PM
🇻🇪 Sources: Josef Martinez is departing the San Jose Earthquakes.
Mutual decision, we're told. SJ will decline option and he hits free agency. Was team's leading scorer.
Martinez always interested in Atlanta reunion. TBD.
w/ @felipecardenas.bsky.social
www.nytimes.com/athletic/678...
Mutual decision, we're told. SJ will decline option and he hits free agency. Was team's leading scorer.
Martinez always interested in Atlanta reunion. TBD.
w/ @felipecardenas.bsky.social
www.nytimes.com/athletic/678...
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In an upset, Democrats ousted two Republican members of Georgia’s utility board on Tuesday, according to preliminary results from secretary of state's office. The races for two of the five seats on the Georgia Public Service Commission are seen as a bellwether for the midterms.
In an Upset, Democrats Oust Two Republicans on Georgia’s Utility Board
The races for two of the five seats on the Georgia Public Service Commission are seen as a bellwether for the midterms.
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November 5, 2025 at 4:35 AM
In an upset, Democrats ousted two Republican members of Georgia’s utility board on Tuesday, according to preliminary results from secretary of state's office. The races for two of the five seats on the Georgia Public Service Commission are seen as a bellwether for the midterms.
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Democrat candidate Zohran Mamdani is the new mayor of New York.
Last month, the 34-year-old spoke to @adamcrafton.bsky.social to discuss World Cup ticket prices, the Premier League title race and his love of Arsenal.
🔗 www.nytimes.com/athletic/673...
Last month, the 34-year-old spoke to @adamcrafton.bsky.social to discuss World Cup ticket prices, the Premier League title race and his love of Arsenal.
🔗 www.nytimes.com/athletic/673...
November 5, 2025 at 9:02 AM
Democrat candidate Zohran Mamdani is the new mayor of New York.
Last month, the 34-year-old spoke to @adamcrafton.bsky.social to discuss World Cup ticket prices, the Premier League title race and his love of Arsenal.
🔗 www.nytimes.com/athletic/673...
Last month, the 34-year-old spoke to @adamcrafton.bsky.social to discuss World Cup ticket prices, the Premier League title race and his love of Arsenal.
🔗 www.nytimes.com/athletic/673...
In an interview with NBC on Monday, Lionel Messi talked about the one thing he would change about MLS.
www.nytimes.com/athletic/675...
www.nytimes.com/athletic/675...
Lionel Messi says MLS must loosen purse strings in order to grow
MLS’ salary cap rules are a staple of the league, but Messi says it limits the ability of the league to attract top talent.
www.nytimes.com
October 28, 2025 at 2:58 AM
In an interview with NBC on Monday, Lionel Messi talked about the one thing he would change about MLS.
www.nytimes.com/athletic/675...
www.nytimes.com/athletic/675...
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Sources: Tata Martino has emerged as the clear frontrunner to be Atlanta United's next head coach.
Club still interviewing candidates but clear feeling is Martino likely.
w/ @paultenorio.bsky.social @felipecardenas.bsky.social
www.nytimes.com/athletic/675...
Club still interviewing candidates but clear feeling is Martino likely.
w/ @paultenorio.bsky.social @felipecardenas.bsky.social
www.nytimes.com/athletic/675...
Sources: Tata Martino the frontrunner for Atlanta job, to return as manager
www.nytimes.com
October 27, 2025 at 6:49 PM
Sources: Tata Martino has emerged as the clear frontrunner to be Atlanta United's next head coach.
Club still interviewing candidates but clear feeling is Martino likely.
w/ @paultenorio.bsky.social @felipecardenas.bsky.social
www.nytimes.com/athletic/675...
Club still interviewing candidates but clear feeling is Martino likely.
w/ @paultenorio.bsky.social @felipecardenas.bsky.social
www.nytimes.com/athletic/675...
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Lionel Messi ended all speculation by signing a new deal to stay in Miami.
But the decision to extend is about more than just his playing days.
@paultenorio.bsky.social and @felipecardenas.bsky.social have the details behind Messi's decision to extend his stay ⬇️
🔗 www.nytimes.com/athletic/675...
But the decision to extend is about more than just his playing days.
@paultenorio.bsky.social and @felipecardenas.bsky.social have the details behind Messi's decision to extend his stay ⬇️
🔗 www.nytimes.com/athletic/675...
October 27, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Lionel Messi ended all speculation by signing a new deal to stay in Miami.
But the decision to extend is about more than just his playing days.
@paultenorio.bsky.social and @felipecardenas.bsky.social have the details behind Messi's decision to extend his stay ⬇️
🔗 www.nytimes.com/athletic/675...
But the decision to extend is about more than just his playing days.
@paultenorio.bsky.social and @felipecardenas.bsky.social have the details behind Messi's decision to extend his stay ⬇️
🔗 www.nytimes.com/athletic/675...
It may surprise you but Lionel Messi has a soft spot for American soccer — and its future
With @paultenorio.bsky.social ⤵️
With @paultenorio.bsky.social ⤵️
Lionel Messi ended all speculation by signing a new deal to stay in Miami.
But the decision to extend is about more than just his playing days.
@paultenorio.bsky.social and @felipecardenas.bsky.social have the details behind Messi's decision to extend his stay ⬇️
🔗 www.nytimes.com/athletic/675...
But the decision to extend is about more than just his playing days.
@paultenorio.bsky.social and @felipecardenas.bsky.social have the details behind Messi's decision to extend his stay ⬇️
🔗 www.nytimes.com/athletic/675...
October 27, 2025 at 2:17 PM
It may surprise you but Lionel Messi has a soft spot for American soccer — and its future
With @paultenorio.bsky.social ⤵️
With @paultenorio.bsky.social ⤵️
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U.S. Soccer will not hold a January camp this year.
The annual exercise will return in December 2026, with future camps likely to be held in the same month going forward.
The reasoning, quotes from USSF VP of Sporting Oguchi Onyewu and more inside:
www.nytimes.com/athletic/674...
The annual exercise will return in December 2026, with future camps likely to be held in the same month going forward.
The reasoning, quotes from USSF VP of Sporting Oguchi Onyewu and more inside:
www.nytimes.com/athletic/674...
USMNT January camp will not take place in 2026, ahead of World Cup
The yearly exercise that almost exclusively features domestic-based players won't take place this winter, The Athletic has learned
www.nytimes.com
October 24, 2025 at 5:54 PM
U.S. Soccer will not hold a January camp this year.
The annual exercise will return in December 2026, with future camps likely to be held in the same month going forward.
The reasoning, quotes from USSF VP of Sporting Oguchi Onyewu and more inside:
www.nytimes.com/athletic/674...
The annual exercise will return in December 2026, with future camps likely to be held in the same month going forward.
The reasoning, quotes from USSF VP of Sporting Oguchi Onyewu and more inside:
www.nytimes.com/athletic/674...
Ever wonder what life is like for American international at Mexico's biggest club?
I spoke to USMNT winger Alejandro Zendejas about his daily routine, his newfound fame, and the pressure to perform.
"América has to win. We have to win trophies.”
www.nytimes.com/athletic/674...
I spoke to USMNT winger Alejandro Zendejas about his daily routine, his newfound fame, and the pressure to perform.
"América has to win. We have to win trophies.”
www.nytimes.com/athletic/674...
How Alejandro Zendejas found his way to América’s spotlight – and USMNT’s World Cup radar
The Club América attacker has not taken the cleanest or most direct path to stardom, but he's still firmly in frame for club and country
www.nytimes.com
October 24, 2025 at 1:31 PM
Ever wonder what life is like for American international at Mexico's biggest club?
I spoke to USMNT winger Alejandro Zendejas about his daily routine, his newfound fame, and the pressure to perform.
"América has to win. We have to win trophies.”
www.nytimes.com/athletic/674...
I spoke to USMNT winger Alejandro Zendejas about his daily routine, his newfound fame, and the pressure to perform.
"América has to win. We have to win trophies.”
www.nytimes.com/athletic/674...
Per Atlanta United:
"President and CEO Garth Lagerwey is taking an immediate and indefinite leave of absence from the club to fully focus on medical treatment."
CSO Chris Henderson, SVP of Strategy Dimitrios Efstathiou and CBO Sarah Kate Noftsinger will oversee club ops.
"President and CEO Garth Lagerwey is taking an immediate and indefinite leave of absence from the club to fully focus on medical treatment."
CSO Chris Henderson, SVP of Strategy Dimitrios Efstathiou and CBO Sarah Kate Noftsinger will oversee club ops.
October 22, 2025 at 12:29 AM
Per Atlanta United:
"President and CEO Garth Lagerwey is taking an immediate and indefinite leave of absence from the club to fully focus on medical treatment."
CSO Chris Henderson, SVP of Strategy Dimitrios Efstathiou and CBO Sarah Kate Noftsinger will oversee club ops.
"President and CEO Garth Lagerwey is taking an immediate and indefinite leave of absence from the club to fully focus on medical treatment."
CSO Chris Henderson, SVP of Strategy Dimitrios Efstathiou and CBO Sarah Kate Noftsinger will oversee club ops.
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The United States Soccer Federation formally shared its plans to co-host the 2031 women’s World Cup with Mexico, Costa Rica and Jamaica, the federation announced on Monday.
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United States, Mexico, Costa Rica and Jamaica announce joint 2031 Women’s World Cup bid
Hosts will be officially confirmed at the FIFA Congress on April 30, 2026 in Vancouver.
www.nytimes.com
October 20, 2025 at 9:20 PM
The United States Soccer Federation formally shared its plans to co-host the 2031 women’s World Cup with Mexico, Costa Rica and Jamaica, the federation announced on Monday.
✍️ @melanieanzidei.bsky.social & @henrybushnell.bsky.social
✍️ @melanieanzidei.bsky.social & @henrybushnell.bsky.social
Analysis: Ronny Deila never felt like the right fit for Atlanta United
www.nytimes.com/athletic/673...
www.nytimes.com/athletic/673...
Atlanta United fires head coach Ronny Deila after one win in 18
"Our standard of play was not met this season," Atlanta CEO and president Garth Lagerwey said in a release Sunday.
www.nytimes.com
October 19, 2025 at 2:57 PM
Analysis: Ronny Deila never felt like the right fit for Atlanta United
www.nytimes.com/athletic/673...
www.nytimes.com/athletic/673...
Argentina are far too casual as they prepare to defend their World Cup title
www.nytimes.com/athletic/672...
www.nytimes.com/athletic/672...
Argentina wastes a window while preparing to defend its World Cup title
Between subpar opposition, the haphazard relocation of a friendly and a lack of focused prep, the World Cup champs are being awfully casual
www.nytimes.com
October 16, 2025 at 1:04 PM
Argentina are far too casual as they prepare to defend their World Cup title
www.nytimes.com/athletic/672...
www.nytimes.com/athletic/672...
Argentina's friendly versus Puerto Rico on Oct. 13 has been relocated from Chicago to Inter Miami’s stadium.
Ticket sales for the game in Chicago have been disappointing.
www.nytimes.com/athletic/670...
Ticket sales for the game in Chicago have been disappointing.
www.nytimes.com/athletic/670...
Argentina vs. Puerto Rico friendly moved from Chicago to Inter Miami’s stadium: Sources
The match was supposed to take place at Soldier Field but will now be staged at Chase Stadium in Fort Lauderdale.
www.nytimes.com
October 8, 2025 at 8:44 PM
Argentina's friendly versus Puerto Rico on Oct. 13 has been relocated from Chicago to Inter Miami’s stadium.
Ticket sales for the game in Chicago have been disappointing.
www.nytimes.com/athletic/670...
Ticket sales for the game in Chicago have been disappointing.
www.nytimes.com/athletic/670...
Darlington Nagbe admitted that he "took soccer too seriously," and while he'll miss the competition, he's relieved that he will no longer compete against himself.
"I have a standard that I know I can play. So I always try to match my own standard."
www.nytimes.com/athletic/669...
"I have a standard that I know I can play. So I always try to match my own standard."
www.nytimes.com/athletic/669...
Darlington Nagbe retires: An understated star with an impeccable reputation
Nagbe is retiring after a distinguished, trophy-laden career in MLS, and those closest to him paint a picture of a revered superstar
www.nytimes.com
October 7, 2025 at 7:56 PM
Darlington Nagbe admitted that he "took soccer too seriously," and while he'll miss the competition, he's relieved that he will no longer compete against himself.
"I have a standard that I know I can play. So I always try to match my own standard."
www.nytimes.com/athletic/669...
"I have a standard that I know I can play. So I always try to match my own standard."
www.nytimes.com/athletic/669...
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President Donald Trump revealed his thoughts regarding Bad Bunny's selection as this year's Super Bowl halftime performer.
“I don't know why they're doing it. They blame it on some promoter they hired to pick up entertainment. I think it’s absolutely ridiculous.”
www.nytimes.com/athletic/669...
“I don't know why they're doing it. They blame it on some promoter they hired to pick up entertainment. I think it’s absolutely ridiculous.”
www.nytimes.com/athletic/669...
October 7, 2025 at 7:06 PM
President Donald Trump revealed his thoughts regarding Bad Bunny's selection as this year's Super Bowl halftime performer.
“I don't know why they're doing it. They blame it on some promoter they hired to pick up entertainment. I think it’s absolutely ridiculous.”
www.nytimes.com/athletic/669...
“I don't know why they're doing it. They blame it on some promoter they hired to pick up entertainment. I think it’s absolutely ridiculous.”
www.nytimes.com/athletic/669...
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Inter Miami are in advanced talks to sign left-back Sergio Reguilon on a free transfer.
Reguilon has been a free agent since his contract with Tottenham Hotspur expired in July.
✍️ @paultenorio.bsky.social, Mario Cortegana and more
🔗 www.nytimes.com/athletic/668...
Reguilon has been a free agent since his contract with Tottenham Hotspur expired in July.
✍️ @paultenorio.bsky.social, Mario Cortegana and more
🔗 www.nytimes.com/athletic/668...
October 7, 2025 at 3:53 PM
Inter Miami are in advanced talks to sign left-back Sergio Reguilon on a free transfer.
Reguilon has been a free agent since his contract with Tottenham Hotspur expired in July.
✍️ @paultenorio.bsky.social, Mario Cortegana and more
🔗 www.nytimes.com/athletic/668...
Reguilon has been a free agent since his contract with Tottenham Hotspur expired in July.
✍️ @paultenorio.bsky.social, Mario Cortegana and more
🔗 www.nytimes.com/athletic/668...
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Nagbe goes down as an absolute legend of the U.S. game.
I'll miss watching him, though maybe not quite as much as Diego Valeri, who said this of the four-time MLS Cup winner:
"If I ever have grandchildren and they ask about soccer in the United States, I will tell them that I played with him."
I'll miss watching him, though maybe not quite as much as Diego Valeri, who said this of the four-time MLS Cup winner:
"If I ever have grandchildren and they ask about soccer in the United States, I will tell them that I played with him."
Darlington Nagbe decided over the summer that 2025 would be his last season in MLS. He stayed quiet about until today.
Nagbe, and those closest to him, spoke to The Athletic about his decision and the emotional conflicts of his announcement.
www.nytimes.com/athletic/669...
Nagbe, and those closest to him, spoke to The Athletic about his decision and the emotional conflicts of his announcement.
www.nytimes.com/athletic/669...
Darlington Nagbe retires: An understated star with an impeccable reputation
Nagbe is retiring after a distinguished, trophy-laden career in MLS, and those closest to him paint a picture of a revered superstar
www.nytimes.com
October 7, 2025 at 4:35 PM
Nagbe goes down as an absolute legend of the U.S. game.
I'll miss watching him, though maybe not quite as much as Diego Valeri, who said this of the four-time MLS Cup winner:
"If I ever have grandchildren and they ask about soccer in the United States, I will tell them that I played with him."
I'll miss watching him, though maybe not quite as much as Diego Valeri, who said this of the four-time MLS Cup winner:
"If I ever have grandchildren and they ask about soccer in the United States, I will tell them that I played with him."