Matias Cerisola

Aston Villa faced a challenging pre-season match against RB Leipzig in New Jersey, suffering a 2-0 defeat despite a strong start. The match saw the return of key players John McGinn and Jacob Ramsey, providing valuable game time ahead of their next match in Chicago.

The United States men's national team suffered its worst defeat under coach Gregg Berhalter, losing 5-1 to Colombia in a warmup game ahead of the Copa América, highlighting ongoing challenges against South American teams.

In a night of thrilling soccer action at Red Bull Arena, Lynn Williams made history by scoring her 79th league goal, becoming the National Women's Soccer League's all-time leading scorer. Her remarkable achievement came during Gotham FC's dramatic last-minute 2-1 victory over the Chicago Red Stars.

In a fiercely contested MLS match, the New York Red Bulls managed a 0-0 draw against the Chicago Fire, despite playing with ten men for over half the game. Goalkeeper Carlos Coronel was pivotal, achieving his first clean sheet of the season amid the team's ongoing undefeated streak.

In a game marred by inclement weather and notable absences, Inter Miami's shortcomings were starkly highlighted in a 4-0 defeat against the New York Red Bulls. The absence of Lionel Messi was palpably felt, as the team struggled to find rhythm and cohesion, succumbing to a spirited performance led by former player Lewis Morgan.

In a match that highlighted Guatemala's offensive weaknesses, the national team was unable to secure victory against Ecuador's B team, losing 0-2 in a friendly encounter. This defeat adds to Guatemala's challenging journey towards the Concacaf World Cup qualifiers, leaving fans and players alike pondering the team's future strategies.