Felipe Cardenas
@felipecardenas.bsky.social
Senior Writer, The Athletic | The Athletic FC | CBS Sports Golazo Correspondent 📺 | IG: felipe_cardenas_sccr | @theathletic.bsky.social | @theathleticfc.bsky.social
In refusing to resign as Uruguay national team coach on Thursday evening, Marcelo Bielsa showed a side of himself that the public rarely sees.
“I’m toxic. To associate yourself with me makes you worse off. Don’t think I enjoy it. For me, it’s karma.”
www.nytimes.com/athletic/682...
“I’m toxic. To associate yourself with me makes you worse off. Don’t think I enjoy it. For me, it’s karma.”
www.nytimes.com/athletic/682...
Breaking down Marcelo Bielsa’s extraordinary press conference: ‘I’m toxic’
This was the Uruguay manager like we have never seen him before, setting out why he intends to lead the team to the 2026 World Cup
www.nytimes.com
November 21, 2025 at 2:42 PM
In refusing to resign as Uruguay national team coach on Thursday evening, Marcelo Bielsa showed a side of himself that the public rarely sees.
“I’m toxic. To associate yourself with me makes you worse off. Don’t think I enjoy it. For me, it’s karma.”
www.nytimes.com/athletic/682...
“I’m toxic. To associate yourself with me makes you worse off. Don’t think I enjoy it. For me, it’s karma.”
www.nytimes.com/athletic/682...
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Mexico manager Javier Aguirre said a six-match winless skid shows some players aren't up to the level needed for El Tri.
Frustrated fans are wondering if perhaps its the boss who can't get the job done.
A Mexico vibes check for @yahoosports.bsky.social:
sports.yahoo.com/soccer/artic...
Frustrated fans are wondering if perhaps its the boss who can't get the job done.
A Mexico vibes check for @yahoosports.bsky.social:
sports.yahoo.com/soccer/artic...
Mexico vs. fans: El Tri's winless slide exposes new problems before World Cup
How quickly things change in international soccer.
sports.yahoo.com
November 19, 2025 at 10:39 PM
Mexico manager Javier Aguirre said a six-match winless skid shows some players aren't up to the level needed for El Tri.
Frustrated fans are wondering if perhaps its the boss who can't get the job done.
A Mexico vibes check for @yahoosports.bsky.social:
sports.yahoo.com/soccer/artic...
Frustrated fans are wondering if perhaps its the boss who can't get the job done.
A Mexico vibes check for @yahoosports.bsky.social:
sports.yahoo.com/soccer/artic...
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Paramount, which already owns Champions League rights through CBS in US, has won the contract to broadcast it in England from 2027-31, taking it away from TNT. Will be streamed on Paramount+. Chance that they can merge US/UK output. Amazon likely keeps first pick Tuesday.
November 20, 2025 at 4:12 PM
Paramount, which already owns Champions League rights through CBS in US, has won the contract to broadcast it in England from 2027-31, taking it away from TNT. Will be streamed on Paramount+. Chance that they can merge US/UK output. Amazon likely keeps first pick Tuesday.
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NEW in today’s World Cup news column @theathleticfc.bsky.social :
Republican congressman reveals FIFA/White House task force to use former players/FIFA “legends” to share “messaging” in home markets to reassure fans the U.S. is a welcoming place for people to visit.
www.nytimes.com/athletic/682...
Republican congressman reveals FIFA/White House task force to use former players/FIFA “legends” to share “messaging” in home markets to reassure fans the U.S. is a welcoming place for people to visit.
www.nytimes.com/athletic/682...
What we’re hearing about World Cup 2026: New plan to make soccer largest U.S. sport
Ticketed overseas fans will get expedited visa appointments for the World Cup, while host city executives have been left exasperated
www.nytimes.com
November 20, 2025 at 3:24 PM
NEW in today’s World Cup news column @theathleticfc.bsky.social :
Republican congressman reveals FIFA/White House task force to use former players/FIFA “legends” to share “messaging” in home markets to reassure fans the U.S. is a welcoming place for people to visit.
www.nytimes.com/athletic/682...
Republican congressman reveals FIFA/White House task force to use former players/FIFA “legends” to share “messaging” in home markets to reassure fans the U.S. is a welcoming place for people to visit.
www.nytimes.com/athletic/682...
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NEW: Following our @us.theguardian.com investigation, Major League Soccer is reopening its own investigation into Philadelphia Union sporting director Ernst Tanner.
The club says Tanner has since been placed on leave.
Details here: www.theguardian.com/football/202...
The club says Tanner has since been placed on leave.
Details here: www.theguardian.com/football/202...
MLS reopens investigation into Philadelphia Union executive as team places him on leave
Tanner denies the allegations contained in a Guardian investigation into his conduct as Union sporting director, including claims of racist, sexist and homophobic behavior
www.theguardian.com
November 19, 2025 at 4:56 PM
NEW: Following our @us.theguardian.com investigation, Major League Soccer is reopening its own investigation into Philadelphia Union sporting director Ernst Tanner.
The club says Tanner has since been placed on leave.
Details here: www.theguardian.com/football/202...
The club says Tanner has since been placed on leave.
Details here: www.theguardian.com/football/202...
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The Union have put sporting director Ernst Tanner on "adminstrative leave" while MLS reopens an investigation into his alleged misconduct.
"MLS has advised the Union that it will be reopening the investigation and the Union continues to cooperate fully," the team says in a statement.
More to come.
"MLS has advised the Union that it will be reopening the investigation and the Union continues to cooperate fully," the team says in a statement.
More to come.
November 19, 2025 at 5:07 PM
The Union have put sporting director Ernst Tanner on "adminstrative leave" while MLS reopens an investigation into his alleged misconduct.
"MLS has advised the Union that it will be reopening the investigation and the Union continues to cooperate fully," the team says in a statement.
More to come.
"MLS has advised the Union that it will be reopening the investigation and the Union continues to cooperate fully," the team says in a statement.
More to come.
Marcelo Bielsa’s tenure as Uruguay coach is on thin ice after a 5-1 loss to the USMNT.
“In no way should the best Uruguayan players lose a match against the second-string group of the United States,” Bielsa said on Tuesday.
www.nytimes.com/athletic/681...
“In no way should the best Uruguayan players lose a match against the second-string group of the United States,” Bielsa said on Tuesday.
www.nytimes.com/athletic/681...
Bielsa on the brink: Humiliation vs USA puts Uruguay coach on pre-World Cup hot seat
Marcelo Bielsa took accountability for Uruguay's humbling loss to the U.S. Will he pay the ultimate price before the World Cup next summer?
www.nytimes.com
November 19, 2025 at 3:25 PM
Marcelo Bielsa’s tenure as Uruguay coach is on thin ice after a 5-1 loss to the USMNT.
“In no way should the best Uruguayan players lose a match against the second-string group of the United States,” Bielsa said on Tuesday.
www.nytimes.com/athletic/681...
“In no way should the best Uruguayan players lose a match against the second-string group of the United States,” Bielsa said on Tuesday.
www.nytimes.com/athletic/681...
Uruguay’s mystique is taking a beating tonight in Tampa … courtesy of the USMNT back ups.
www.nytimes.com/athletic/liv...
www.nytimes.com/athletic/liv...
USMNT vs Uruguay live updates: Latest as US scores FOUR in stunning first half vs. Bielsa’s side
Uruguay’s mystique is taking a beating tonight in Tampa … courtesy of the USMNT back ups.
www.nytimes.com
November 19, 2025 at 1:00 AM
Uruguay’s mystique is taking a beating tonight in Tampa … courtesy of the USMNT back ups.
www.nytimes.com/athletic/liv...
www.nytimes.com/athletic/liv...
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Scott McTominay has scored one of Scotland's greatest goals.
His magnificent overhead kick might send his country through to their first men's World Cup since 1998.
His magnificent overhead kick might send his country through to their first men's World Cup since 1998.
November 18, 2025 at 7:57 PM
Scott McTominay has scored one of Scotland's greatest goals.
His magnificent overhead kick might send his country through to their first men's World Cup since 1998.
His magnificent overhead kick might send his country through to their first men's World Cup since 1998.
Are you really surprised?
From @theathleticfc.bsky.social: Cristiano Ronaldo is expected to attend a meeting at the White House on Tuesday, on a day when President Trump is set to host the Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman in the Oval Office.
Cristiano Ronaldo expected to attend White House meeting as Trump hosts Saudi Prince MBS
Ronaldo's appearance in Washington, D.C., will mark his first known return to the U.S. in over a decade
nyti.ms
November 18, 2025 at 2:37 PM
Are you really surprised?
The USMNT's bench-clearing skirmish against Paraguay was celebrated as a sign of grit.
But in a World Cup tournament setting, passion is often mistaken for belligerence and the consequences can be steep.
Uruguay's garra charrúa is next on Tuesday.
www.nytimes.com/athletic/681...
But in a World Cup tournament setting, passion is often mistaken for belligerence and the consequences can be steep.
Uruguay's garra charrúa is next on Tuesday.
www.nytimes.com/athletic/681...
After brawling with Paraguay, USMNT can expect Uruguay to bring the fight
If Saturday's showing in Mexico is any indication, Marcelo Bielsa's Uruguay will present a physical challenge for the USMNT
www.nytimes.com
November 17, 2025 at 5:32 PM
The USMNT's bench-clearing skirmish against Paraguay was celebrated as a sign of grit.
But in a World Cup tournament setting, passion is often mistaken for belligerence and the consequences can be steep.
Uruguay's garra charrúa is next on Tuesday.
www.nytimes.com/athletic/681...
But in a World Cup tournament setting, passion is often mistaken for belligerence and the consequences can be steep.
Uruguay's garra charrúa is next on Tuesday.
www.nytimes.com/athletic/681...
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On Gio Reyna, who's "been through a lot," but “always shows up for the national team"... and showed, once again, why he can be a World Cup difference-maker:
Gio Reyna still has a World Cup pulse after being USMNT’s ‘nightmare for Paraguay’
Mauricio Pochettino referred to Reyna as a "special situation" given his U.S. inclusion despite a lack of recent playing time. We saw why
www.nytimes.com
November 16, 2025 at 1:13 PM
On Gio Reyna, who's "been through a lot," but “always shows up for the national team"... and showed, once again, why he can be a World Cup difference-maker:
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In @nytopinion.nytimes.com
President Trump wants us to believe that stopping fentanyl “will let the wholesome, traditional American culture that he idealizes to flourish again,” David Herzberg writes. “As a historian of drugs, I can tell you that this argument is wrong in almost every way.”
President Trump wants us to believe that stopping fentanyl “will let the wholesome, traditional American culture that he idealizes to flourish again,” David Herzberg writes. “As a historian of drugs, I can tell you that this argument is wrong in almost every way.”
Opinion | Trump Is Wrong About Fentanyl in Almost Every Way
Everything the Trump administration is doing to stop the flow of drugs is just making the problem worse.
nyti.ms
November 15, 2025 at 8:30 PM
In @nytopinion.nytimes.com
President Trump wants us to believe that stopping fentanyl “will let the wholesome, traditional American culture that he idealizes to flourish again,” David Herzberg writes. “As a historian of drugs, I can tell you that this argument is wrong in almost every way.”
President Trump wants us to believe that stopping fentanyl “will let the wholesome, traditional American culture that he idealizes to flourish again,” David Herzberg writes. “As a historian of drugs, I can tell you that this argument is wrong in almost every way.”
Tata Martino believes Atlanta United has a mentality problem. That’s easier to fix, he told me.
Martino: “If it’s tactical, and we have the wrong tactical analysis, then we are in serious trouble.”
www.nytimes.com/athletic/680...
Martino: “If it’s tactical, and we have the wrong tactical analysis, then we are in serious trouble.”
www.nytimes.com/athletic/680...
Tata 2.0: Martino returns to Atlanta with vision to restore club among MLS’s elite
Martino inherits an Atlanta team that underachieved mightily considering its roster spend, but he doesn't see talent as the key issue
www.nytimes.com
November 14, 2025 at 1:35 PM
Tata Martino believes Atlanta United has a mentality problem. That’s easier to fix, he told me.
Martino: “If it’s tactical, and we have the wrong tactical analysis, then we are in serious trouble.”
www.nytimes.com/athletic/680...
Martino: “If it’s tactical, and we have the wrong tactical analysis, then we are in serious trouble.”
www.nytimes.com/athletic/680...
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My column on why weird, gaffe-prone MLS got it right by changing the competition calendar:
sports.yahoo.com/soccer/artic...
sports.yahoo.com/soccer/artic...
MLS 3.0? Why Major League Soccer's new calendar is its smartest move in years
For a league with big ambitions but a history of puzzling decisions, the schedule change needed to happen.
sports.yahoo.com
November 14, 2025 at 1:32 AM
My column on why weird, gaffe-prone MLS got it right by changing the competition calendar:
sports.yahoo.com/soccer/artic...
sports.yahoo.com/soccer/artic...
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On Tuesday, NWSL commissioner Jessica Berman officially welcomed Atlanta as the league’s 17th club.
The expansion team will debut in 2028 and play its matches at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
Details: www.nytimes.com/athletic/679...
The expansion team will debut in 2028 and play its matches at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
Details: www.nytimes.com/athletic/679...
November 12, 2025 at 4:08 AM
On Tuesday, NWSL commissioner Jessica Berman officially welcomed Atlanta as the league’s 17th club.
The expansion team will debut in 2028 and play its matches at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
Details: www.nytimes.com/athletic/679...
The expansion team will debut in 2028 and play its matches at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
Details: www.nytimes.com/athletic/679...
Arthur Blank says new NWSL team, set to debut in 2028, will not be a carbon copy of Atlanta United.
www.nytimes.com/athletic/679...
www.nytimes.com/athletic/679...
Atlanta’s NWSL team will debut in 2028, play at Mercedes-Benz Stadium
Atlanta will join the league for a record expansion fee of $165 million.
www.nytimes.com
November 12, 2025 at 4:05 AM
Arthur Blank says new NWSL team, set to debut in 2028, will not be a carbon copy of Atlanta United.
www.nytimes.com/athletic/679...
www.nytimes.com/athletic/679...
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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
Reposted by Felipe Cardenas
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.
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.
w/ @paultenorio.bsky.social @felipecardenas.bsky.social
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.
w/ @paultenorio.bsky.social @felipecardenas.bsky.social
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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.
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...
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...