⚽ This Week in Footy Fix
Here's what people should be talking about in American soccer:
Joseph Rosales under investigation for alleged slur vs. Emmanuel Sabbi.
Tab Ramos thinks 2026 won't move the needle for U.S. soccer.
Shaka Hislop schools Bruce Arena on foreign coaches.
Herc Gómez questions the “Golden Generation.”
Bruce Arena makes some oddly accurate MLS predictions.
Christen Press’ benching turns ugly on Instagram.
🔍 MLS Probes Alleged Slur in Minnesota vs Vancouver
Joseph Rosales is in hot water. The Minnesota United midfielder allegedly used a slur toward Whitecaps winger Emmanuel Sabbi. MLS is officially investigating, and Minnesota says they'll cooperate.
Our Take:
It’s 2025. If Rosales said what he's accused of, fine him, suspend him, and make it clear—discrimination has zero place in this sport.
🇺🇸 Tab Ramos Has Seen Enough
Tab Ramos isn’t buying the hype. He doesn’t think the 2026 World Cup will make soccer any more relevant in the U.S.—because the current USMNT just doesn’t move the needle. Not exciting. Not inspiring. Not even packing stadiums.
Our Take:
Tab’s right. This team doesn’t give fans a reason to show up—and ticket prices aren’t helping. If this is the build-up to a home World Cup, we’ve got a serious vibe problem.
📉 Shaka vs. Bruce: A Coaching Reality Check
Bruce Arena says foreign coaches “don’t get” American soccer. Shaka Hislop pulled out the receipts and said... nah. National teams all over the world have foreign coaches. Why can’t we?
Our Take:
Arena blaming foreign managers is ironic coming from the last American coach to miss a World Cup. The issue isn’t the passport—it’s the plan.
⚠️ Golden Generation or Just Gold-Plated?
Hérculez Gómez is done sugarcoating it. The so-called "golden generation" of the USMNT could go down as a missed opportunity if things don’t change fast.
Our Take:
He’s spot on. One Nations League win and a World Cup group-stage draw ain’t enough. These guys aren’t kids anymore—time to deliver or fade into irrelevance.
🔮 Bruce Arena Predicts the Future of MLS
No pro/rel. No calendar switch. But big stars in their prime might finally come over post-2026, and parity? That might start to fade too.
Our Take:
He’s probably right. As long as Garber’s in charge, the league will stay cautious. But if the World Cup injects real cash? Big-city clubs could start cooking. Finally.
🧨 Christen Press Drama Heats Up
Fans want Christen Press back on the field. Instead, she's riding the bench. Her manager just called out Angel City’s coach on Instagram. It’s getting messy.
Our Take:
Press is a legend. Her benching feels disrespectful, full stop. But airing it out online? That rarely ends well for anyone. Buckle up—this might get uglier.
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