Michael Lewis
@soccerwriter.bsky.social
Award-winning soccer writer who has seen a lot and written a ton. 2025 Clay Berling Media Career of Excellence Award from United Soccer Coaches. Attended all but one MLS Cup, 13 World Cups (8 men, 5 women), 7 Olympics. Has authored nine books.
My latest for Forbes.com:
FIFA Scores Another Own Goal With Exorbitant World Cup Ticket Prices
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FIFA Scores Another Own Goal With Exorbitant World Cup Ticket Prices
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December 13, 2025 at 3:39 AM
My latest for Forbes.com:
FIFA Scores Another Own Goal With Exorbitant World Cup Ticket Prices
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FIFA Scores Another Own Goal With Exorbitant World Cup Ticket Prices
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My latest piece for Forbes.com
'Old Man' Messi Still Can Produce Magic for MLS Champions Inter Miami
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'Old Man' Messi Still Can Produce Magic for MLS Champions Inter Miami
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December 7, 2025 at 4:19 AM
My latest piece for Forbes.com
'Old Man' Messi Still Can Produce Magic for MLS Champions Inter Miami
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'Old Man' Messi Still Can Produce Magic for MLS Champions Inter Miami
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Updated story with Messi quotes:
Messi does it again: MVP sets up game-winner, insurance goals as Inter Miami CF secures its first MLS Cup crown
Messi does it again: MVP sets up game-winner, insurance goals as Inter Miami CF secures its first MLS Cup crown
December 6, 2025 at 11:34 PM
Updated story with Messi quotes:
Messi does it again: MVP sets up game-winner, insurance goals as Inter Miami CF secures its first MLS Cup crown
Messi does it again: MVP sets up game-winner, insurance goals as Inter Miami CF secures its first MLS Cup crown
I mean, I would be the last person to comment on any player and his or her preparation for big games. But then again, that No. 10 for Inter Miami shouldn’t be cavorting around on the back of a truck before kickoff.
December 6, 2025 at 7:16 PM
I mean, I would be the last person to comment on any player and his or her preparation for big games. But then again, that No. 10 for Inter Miami shouldn’t be cavorting around on the back of a truck before kickoff.
Went from the frozen tundra of our nation’s capital on Friday to the sandy beaches of Fort Lauderdale today
(80 degrees). I cannot partake in anything on the beach because I have a game to cover - MLS Cup. Looking forward to seeing Messi play. Saw him perform at 2008 Olympics.
(80 degrees). I cannot partake in anything on the beach because I have a game to cover - MLS Cup. Looking forward to seeing Messi play. Saw him perform at 2008 Olympics.
December 6, 2025 at 6:54 PM
Went from the frozen tundra of our nation’s capital on Friday to the sandy beaches of Fort Lauderdale today
(80 degrees). I cannot partake in anything on the beach because I have a game to cover - MLS Cup. Looking forward to seeing Messi play. Saw him perform at 2008 Olympics.
(80 degrees). I cannot partake in anything on the beach because I have a game to cover - MLS Cup. Looking forward to seeing Messi play. Saw him perform at 2008 Olympics.
ICYMI:
My latest for Forbes.com:
Infantino's Peace Prize To Trump Continues FIFA Presidents’ Tradition
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My latest for Forbes.com:
Infantino's Peace Prize To Trump Continues FIFA Presidents’ Tradition
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December 6, 2025 at 1:46 PM
ICYMI:
My latest for Forbes.com:
Infantino's Peace Prize To Trump Continues FIFA Presidents’ Tradition
tinyurl.com/yj98cfzm
My latest for Forbes.com:
Infantino's Peace Prize To Trump Continues FIFA Presidents’ Tradition
tinyurl.com/yj98cfzm
A ROSE AND A LILLY: Gotham FC's Lavelle, Reale nominated for U.S. Soccer End-of-Year Awards - frontrow.soccer/eorhi
December 2, 2025 at 1:19 AM
A ROSE AND A LILLY: Gotham FC's Lavelle, Reale nominated for U.S. Soccer End-of-Year Awards - frontrow.soccer/eorhi
My latest for Forbes.com:
USMNT Coach Pochettino Must Play A Delicate Balancing Act With Pulisic
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USMNT Coach Pochettino Must Play A Delicate Balancing Act With Pulisic
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December 1, 2025 at 12:10 AM
My latest for Forbes.com:
USMNT Coach Pochettino Must Play A Delicate Balancing Act With Pulisic
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USMNT Coach Pochettino Must Play A Delicate Balancing Act With Pulisic
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HAPPY THANKSGIVING: From the staff of frontrowsoccer.com - frontrow.soccer/btg2u
November 27, 2025 at 11:59 AM
HAPPY THANKSGIVING: From the staff of frontrowsoccer.com - frontrow.soccer/btg2u
With Maxi Moralez scoring the winning goal for New York City FC in its 1-0 upset of the Philadelphia Union on Sunday night, it did not surprise me. Here is a story I wrote for Forbes.com about Moralez on Aug. 30. It's incredible what the "old man" can still do on the field.
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November 24, 2025 at 3:46 AM
With Maxi Moralez scoring the winning goal for New York City FC in its 1-0 upset of the Philadelphia Union on Sunday night, it did not surprise me. Here is a story I wrote for Forbes.com about Moralez on Aug. 30. It's incredible what the "old man" can still do on the field.
tinyurl.com/y45bp9wd
tinyurl.com/y45bp9wd
My latest for Forbes.com:
After USMNT's Impressive Victory, Pochettino's Remarks Get Prickly
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After USMNT's Impressive Victory, Pochettino's Remarks Get Prickly
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November 21, 2025 at 4:23 PM
My latest for Forbes.com:
After USMNT's Impressive Victory, Pochettino's Remarks Get Prickly
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After USMNT's Impressive Victory, Pochettino's Remarks Get Prickly
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I realize it's a day after the USMNT-Uruguay game but rummaging thru my photo files, I found a picture of Uruguay coach Marcelo Bielsa when he did a clinic for the MetroStars (now Red Bulls) in 2002. I understood what he was saying in my meager Spanish. Fortunately, he was talking Soccer Spanish!
November 19, 2025 at 9:08 PM
I realize it's a day after the USMNT-Uruguay game but rummaging thru my photo files, I found a picture of Uruguay coach Marcelo Bielsa when he did a clinic for the MetroStars (now Red Bulls) in 2002. I understood what he was saying in my meager Spanish. Fortunately, he was talking Soccer Spanish!
My latest for Forbes.com:
Reyna’s Dream Turns Into Paraguay’s Nightmare, But Can He Keep It Up?
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Reyna’s Dream Turns Into Paraguay’s Nightmare, But Can He Keep It Up?
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November 17, 2025 at 12:28 AM
My latest for Forbes.com:
Reyna’s Dream Turns Into Paraguay’s Nightmare, But Can He Keep It Up?
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Reyna’s Dream Turns Into Paraguay’s Nightmare, But Can He Keep It Up?
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In my latest piece for Forbes.com, MLS announces it is joining the rest of the world and will follow the summer to spring schedule, starting in 2027
Read all about it here:
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Read all about it here:
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November 14, 2025 at 12:24 AM
In my latest piece for Forbes.com, MLS announces it is joining the rest of the world and will follow the summer to spring schedule, starting in 2027
Read all about it here:
tinyurl.com/38p8r9fy
Read all about it here:
tinyurl.com/38p8r9fy
BEGINNER'S SKILL: St. John's midfielder Gomes named BIG EAST freshman of year - frontrow.soccer/pn4rr
November 12, 2025 at 4:21 PM
BEGINNER'S SKILL: St. John's midfielder Gomes named BIG EAST freshman of year - frontrow.soccer/pn4rr
LONG-TERM SERVICE AWARDS: United Coaches honors LI's Ryan, Rayfield, Alley - frontrow.soccer/211e4
November 8, 2025 at 4:06 PM
LONG-TERM SERVICE AWARDS: United Coaches honors LI's Ryan, Rayfield, Alley - frontrow.soccer/211e4
My latest for Forbes.com, about #JuanAgudelo, who will retire after 16 years as a pro after this #USLChampionship season (Keith Furman Photo)
Agudelo's Debut, Career A Reminder Of Unrealistic USMNT Expectations
#USMNT #SanAntonioFC
Agudelo's Debut, Career A Reminder Of Unrealistic USMNT Expectations
#USMNT #SanAntonioFC
October 31, 2025 at 7:44 PM
My latest for Forbes.com, about #JuanAgudelo, who will retire after 16 years as a pro after this #USLChampionship season (Keith Furman Photo)
Agudelo's Debut, Career A Reminder Of Unrealistic USMNT Expectations
#USMNT #SanAntonioFC
Agudelo's Debut, Career A Reminder Of Unrealistic USMNT Expectations
#USMNT #SanAntonioFC
In my latest piece for Forbes.com, I write about Lionel Messi's interview with NBC News's Tom Llamas on how he wants to see MLS teams be allowed to spend more on players to improve the league, among other subjects.
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October 29, 2025 at 6:07 PM
In my latest piece for Forbes.com, I write about Lionel Messi's interview with NBC News's Tom Llamas on how he wants to see MLS teams be allowed to spend more on players to improve the league, among other subjects.
tinyurl.com/yhuz4j7r
tinyurl.com/yhuz4j7r
My latest Substack, View From The Front Row, about the U.S. deaf men's national team and their challenges and future goals.
You can read it here:
frontrow.soccer/63ovm
You can read it here:
frontrow.soccer/63ovm
October 25, 2025 at 2:34 PM
My latest Substack, View From The Front Row, about the U.S. deaf men's national team and their challenges and future goals.
You can read it here:
frontrow.soccer/63ovm
You can read it here:
frontrow.soccer/63ovm
COFFEY'S ASSESSMENT AFTER UPSET: 'Tonight was just not acceptable' - frontrow.soccer/zb4r1
October 24, 2025 at 11:08 AM
COFFEY'S ASSESSMENT AFTER UPSET: 'Tonight was just not acceptable' - frontrow.soccer/zb4r1
United Soccer Coaches name frontrowsoccer.com editor Lewis as Berling Career of Excellence Media Award recipient - frontrow.soccer/99kwr
I am humbled and honored to be selected for this prestigious award.
Thank you, United Soccer Coaches!
I will have more to say about this honor later today.
I am humbled and honored to be selected for this prestigious award.
Thank you, United Soccer Coaches!
I will have more to say about this honor later today.
October 23, 2025 at 3:12 PM
United Soccer Coaches name frontrowsoccer.com editor Lewis as Berling Career of Excellence Media Award recipient - frontrow.soccer/99kwr
I am humbled and honored to be selected for this prestigious award.
Thank you, United Soccer Coaches!
I will have more to say about this honor later today.
I am humbled and honored to be selected for this prestigious award.
Thank you, United Soccer Coaches!
I will have more to say about this honor later today.
My latest for Forbes.com:
2031 Women's World Cup can boost women's game into a higher orbit in the U.S. and around the globe
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2031 Women's World Cup can boost women's game into a higher orbit in the U.S. and around the globe
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October 21, 2025 at 2:16 AM
My latest for Forbes.com:
2031 Women's World Cup can boost women's game into a higher orbit in the U.S. and around the globe
tinyurl.com/79wz685m
2031 Women's World Cup can boost women's game into a higher orbit in the U.S. and around the globe
tinyurl.com/79wz685m
Look what I received today! I can't wait to read it! @drjoemachnik.bsky.social
October 18, 2025 at 6:20 PM
Look what I received today! I can't wait to read it! @drjoemachnik.bsky.social
Here's my latest for Forbes.com:
If Trump's around, then FIFA president Infantino likely won't be too far behind
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If Trump's around, then FIFA president Infantino likely won't be too far behind
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October 15, 2025 at 5:37 PM
Here's my latest for Forbes.com:
If Trump's around, then FIFA president Infantino likely won't be too far behind
www.forbes.com/sites/michae...
If Trump's around, then FIFA president Infantino likely won't be too far behind
www.forbes.com/sites/michae...
WATCH AND LISTEN: The Island FC's launch press conference - frontrow.soccer/v9co3
October 14, 2025 at 3:56 PM
WATCH AND LISTEN: The Island FC's launch press conference - frontrow.soccer/v9co3