Johnny Keeley
johnnykeeley.bsky.social
Johnny Keeley
@johnnykeeley.bsky.social
working in ⚽️🇺🇸. previously: PLinUSA, Copa America, Real Salt Lake/Utah Royals, etc.
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Four Al Jazeera staff, including reporter Anas Al Sharif, were killed in an Israeli attack on a tent for journalists outside the main gate of Gaza's al-Shifa hospital aje.io/onll19
Anas al-Sharif among five Al Jazeera journalists killed by Israel in Gaza
Al Jazeera staff killed in targeted Israeli attack on a tent housing journalists near al-Shifa Hospital, Gaza City.
aje.io
August 10, 2025 at 11:00 PM
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I'm hearing the Arsenal women have done it again for England.
July 22, 2025 at 9:37 PM
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I took a month to evaluate wingers (and hybrid attackers) for Arsenal.

It resulted in my longest long-read yet: a compilation of profiles on Rodrygo, Eze, Madueke, and dozens of others. Featuring stats, clips, ranks, thoughts on squad-building, and more.

Hopefully relevant for fans of any club.
Scouting wingers
My monthlong exploration into Arsenal’s missing link(s), featuring deep profiles on wide and hybrid attackers like Rodrygo, Eze, Madueke, and dozens of others
billycarpenter.substack.com
July 9, 2025 at 12:18 PM
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Two Minnesota lawmakers are in grave condition following apparent “targeted” shooting, officials say

Authorities believe the shooter was impersonating law enforcement
2 Minnesota lawmakers shot in apparent 'targeted' incident: Officials
Police are investigating two shootings targeting elected officials in Minnesota that could possibly be connected, officials said.
abcnews.go.com
June 14, 2025 at 1:37 PM
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Stephen Miller has detained another Dreamer.

Caroline Dias Goncalves, a 19-year-old University of Utah student, has lived in the US since she was 7.

“‘We’re going to take you,’ Dias Goncalves said [immigration officers] told her … They didn’t cite a reason.”

www.sltrib.com/news/educati...
University of Utah student is being held at Colorado immigration detention center
A 19-year-old University of Utah was detained by immigration agents last week in Colorado and is now being held at an immigration center there. “We’re not in jail with her, but we feel like it," said ...
www.sltrib.com
June 13, 2025 at 10:22 PM
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The reason ICE is in such a hurry to deport Emerson is that he has a pending U visa. A path to lawful status. He was the victim of a crime, reported it, and is assisting in the pursuit of justice. They don’t want anyone to stay here legally. Even crime victims. Even kids. Sick. #FreeEmerson
ICE told Emerson Colindres, who just graduated HS, to get fitted for ankle monitor. It was a trick. They put him in Butler Jail to deport him bc he has path to legal status. If his family gives OK, I’ll share more. Hear from his mom + soccer coach in Cincinnati. www.fox19.com/video/2025/0...
Local mother speaks out after ICE officers arrest her son
Local mother speaks out after ICE officers arrest her son
www.fox19.com
June 7, 2025 at 5:23 PM
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"According to three witnesses who spoke to NBC News, a tank fired on Palestinians crowding around an aid distribution center near Rafah." www.nbcnews.com/world/middle...
Dozens feared killed after Israeli tank fires on crowd waiting for aid in Gaza, witnesses say
The reports were vigorously denied by the organization charged with distributing aid.
www.nbcnews.com
June 1, 2025 at 3:30 PM
I am moved (as always) by Billy’s writing. One of the best.
Here's my 8,000+ word profile on Arsenal's likely midfield signing: his fit, function, defensive game, physical profile, press resistance, passing range, untapped skills, and potential to transform Arsenal. Reads and shares are appreciated. ❤️
Scouting Martín Zubimendi
A massive profile on Arsenal's likely midfield signing: his fit, function, defensive game, physical profile, press resistance, passing range, untapped skills, and potential to transform Arsenal
billycarpenter.substack.com
May 20, 2025 at 5:42 PM
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NEW: As ICE's raids stoke fear, La Brigada De Oro has paused its Nashville SC matchday involvement. Co-founder Abel Acosta spoke about a harrowing reality.

“Our community is being terrorized right now. It’s in shambles. ... we’re being hunted. That’s how we feel.”
www.nytimes.com/athletic/634...
‘We’re being hunted. That’s how we feel.’ ICE activity puts an MLS fan group on pause
For members of Nashville SC's Latin American supporter group, there's a fear of attending games amid local immigration-related raids
www.nytimes.com
May 14, 2025 at 2:35 PM
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At the Nashville SC game, a giant flag for La Brigada de Oro, the Latino supporters section, which is not here tonight due to ICE activity. NSC officials tried to remove it, but were met with vehement objections by supporters clubs, who threatened a giant walkout if they did.
May 11, 2025 at 12:41 AM
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La Brigada De Oro, a vibrant Nashville SC’s supporters' group, is canceling game-day festivities today amid a wave of increased ICE activity.

"We're suffering. We're hurting a lot. We feel targeted."
Nashville’s Latin American supporters group halts game-day traditions amid ICE crackdown: "We feel targeted"
La Brigada De Oro, the heart of Nashville SC’s supporter culture, halts festivities as Latin American communities face heightened immigration enforcement and fear for their safety
www.sixonefivesoccer.com
May 10, 2025 at 2:03 PM
We're talking who's starting at CB for the Fire this weekend, Oregal's development, the big Messi question, NYRB recap and more :) Episode Two of Handshakes with Gregg is live 📻

open.spotify.com/episode/2ojJ...
Handshakes with Gregg - Episode Two - NYRB Recap, Looking Ahead to Messi, Big Calls in the MF 👀
Handshakes With Gregg · Episode
open.spotify.com
April 11, 2025 at 5:41 PM
First episode of Handshakes with Gregg - a Chicago Fire FC podcast, is now live 😄

open.spotify.com/episode/6QFk...
Handshakes with Gregg - Episode One - “Flowers for Chris Brady, Leonardo Barroso and Chicago Slashies 💐”
Handshakes With Gregg - A Chicago Fire Podcast · Episode
open.spotify.com
April 4, 2025 at 5:45 PM
Hey everyone! Missed writing about ⚽️ for work so I decided to start writing again for fun!

Here's a link if you're interested: handshakeswithgregg.substack.com

A Chicago Fire FC newsletter named after your favorite regional beer and shot combo and your favorite? former USMNT manager. Cheers! 🍻
March 7, 2025 at 7:10 PM
Man, our boy Diego got an (excellent) write up in @scoutedftbl.bsky.social.

Have always been a big fan of Scouted’s work but selfishly it’s even cooler to see them profile a guy I’ve written about/been around so much.

Moon boy deserves his flowers 💐

Fantastic stuff, @tomoc.bsky.social 👏
Long read from me: Jake and I sat down with Diego Luna, the newly crowned MLS Young Player of the Year.

A story about coffee, community, futsal, international allegiance and outside-of-the-foot passes.

☕: www.scoutednotebook.com/p/diego-luna...
Diego Luna shoots for the moon
The MLS’ Young Player of the Year looks to the sky - while fighting to keep both feet on the ground.
www.scoutednotebook.com
November 27, 2024 at 1:12 AM
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Long read from me: Jake and I sat down with Diego Luna, the newly crowned MLS Young Player of the Year.

A story about coffee, community, futsal, international allegiance and outside-of-the-foot passes.

☕: www.scoutednotebook.com/p/diego-luna...
Diego Luna shoots for the moon
The MLS’ Young Player of the Year looks to the sky - while fighting to keep both feet on the ground.
www.scoutednotebook.com
November 26, 2024 at 5:24 PM