For those asking if I will be involved in the
@MLS
Apple package the answer is unfortunately no.
I have enjoyed calling MLS on tv with many great people since it's inception and looking forward to the future! Thanks to those who have supported!
Coco Carrasquilla wins "Gold Ball' as top player
@GoldCup
representing
@fepafut
.
Consistent performance game in and game out in a different role then with
@HoustonDynamo
.
Distribution, leadership, off ball work, leadership has brought more interest from abroad!
Gold Cup has
Stunned, shocked. No words to describe Maggie’s passing.
Sitting with her while emt was en route I never could believe this.
My thoughts with her and her family.
"It's good that we have this competition because many of you still think that Mexico is the giant of the region. That no longer exists. That is totally over. There are no giants in this region, I think,"
@CruzAzul
coach Tuca Ferretti on
@LeaguesCup
.
#SoccerMatters
Another unknown fact is that
@FredFaour
was the Sports Editor
@HoustonChron
when I was writing a soccer column for 7 yrs and it was he who decided to make the column twice weekly.
I want soccer fans to know this.
He knew about the community connection of Houston as a soccer city
An incredibly bright season from
@HoustonDynamo
!
Entertaining soccer, a 4th place finish in West, playoff success to the final four
@MLS
teams.
The season was one of interest,
@HHerreramex
orchestrating, leaders in Artur,
@eriksviat
.
Dorsey bringing width to attack, Nelson
I hope tonight for a brief moment all of those dating way back to present who have passionately helped to build and enjoy this great soccer city can revel in the moment of World Cup coming to Htown! The World Cup never would be coming here without the Houston Soccer Community!
Unless Griffin Dorsey
@HoustonDynamo
is carrying an injury I see no reason why he is not on this
@USMNT
roster for January?
One has to factor in his 24 yrs of age as number of choices are in to gain experience for France Olympics in summer. (First time U.S. has qualified since
Halt the speculation :), I can assure you that Alberth Elis first choice coming back to
@MLS
is
@houstondynamo
.
I always wished we had marketed "the panther" to Hondurans and on in Houston.
It never happened despite giving idea to past ownership.
"You don't have to go to the
Update on
@HoustonDynamo
transfer possibility. Sources tell me Dynamo GM Pat Onstad is grabbing a flight and is headed south. You would think HH has some recommendations. Argentina? Colombia?
#SoccerMatters
Houston is an international soccer market and this got us World Cup hosting in 2026. Austin is smashing it in
@MLS
. Two very different markets. This from last night
@RiverPlate
@Rayados
.
#SoccerMatters
So many interesting, subtle dynamics have played a part in
@HoustonDynamo
season!
With Griffin Dorsey winning the rt back position this moved Franco Escobar to the left side. Escobar initially brought in to be rt back.
Not an easy proposition being right footed and playing left
The national attention that was garnered last night from
@HoustonDynamo
@FCDallas
match far surpasses anything in recent yrs. Great to see but not something we are used to. Here is to more of that passion!
#SoccerMatters
Props to the exciting
@fccincinnati
Luciano Acosta, such a joy to watch but slightly stunned that
@HHerreramex
was so far off the pace for
@MLS
MVP.
Lack of relevancy over many years has made Dynamo an afterthought nationally but this aesthetic, exciting football is a start in
A 100 percent fair question and the kind that leads to conversation, debate, and the growing of
@HoustonDynamo
who are in NEED of outside media. Imagine the best
@astros
pitcher not pitching? Healthy pressure helps all, it’s positive! Media, coaches, players, we all need it!
Griffin Dorsey changed the "dynamic and threat in attack" of
@HoustonDynamo
when he won the starting rt back job.
His ability to attack out of the rb position brought this team needed width to compliment the wonderful aspects of midfield interplay led by HH and Artur.
Chance
.
@HHerreramex
pushing, cajoling, orchestrating the
@HoustonDynamo
is exceptional to watch as he is "chameleon" like in the differing 3rds of the field.
The most complete midfield player in the league at 33 yrs of age.
No data needed. Observe.
Remarkable opportunity for
What other GM comes on local radio and does 20 minutes of real talk about his club
@HoustonDynamo
. This is the way forward and educated soccer fans of Houston have the right to healthy criticism but also must honor the openness of GM Pat Onstad .
#SoccerMatters
Does the city of Houston/ mainstream sports media/media understand the opportunity we have possibly Thursday to be named as a host city for
@FIFAWorldCup
matches in 2026?
This will be the ultimate and will be amazing for this city's remarkable soccer community.
#SoccerMatters
So in the span of a week
@HoustonDynamo
have won the
@opencup
and have qualified for the playoffs.
I can assure you that Ben Olsen, Pat Onstad and staff are not content.
Pushing for home field will be priority.
So where are you as a fan? Content?
#SoccerMatters
#HoldItDown
Takeaways:
*
@HoustonDynamo
now 4th in West after 4-1 win over
@WhitecapsFC
.
* Goals are coming from a variety of sources and in variety of ways.
* Last night were never gonna be beaten in "air" with
@TeenageHadebe
@eriksviat
and Micael dealing with crosses. Perfect match to
The expected crowd of 17,000 + for
@HoustonDash
@thekccurrent
playoff match is a monster considering regular season attendance.
This is a "huge" opportunity to "earn" new and "unique" fans for the future with a great performance.
#Opportunity
#HoustonDash
My judgement is that Houston will be a host city for
@FIFAWorldCup
World Cup 2026!🔥
Authentic soccer fans abound from every country on earth, we are a gateway to Mexico, Central America and South America.
All levels of the sport from interest, participation, history is here!
"The league may look at ways to simplify the rules and become more transparent to help broaden our audience,"
@MLS
commissioner Don Garber.
#SoccerMatters
#MLS
Most comprehensive road win from
@HoustonDynamo
in years. Don't throw data at me. Early goal, timely saves from Steve Clark set stage for second half. EYE POPPERS from
@Typash
and Thor accent a great collective performance 3-0 over
@LAGalaxy
.
#SoccerMatters
Sources tell me
@sebasferreira11
will be back with
@HoustonDynamo
after end of loan
@VascodaGama
.
This is an opportunity for Ferriera to grab the
#9
position and revive his career.
He scored 13 times in 2022 with little support.
A "potential" great comeback story for the man
One has to go back to the importance of the
@eriksviat
signing by
@HoustonDynamo
.
What jumps out is the ultra professionalism and the "no nonsense" way he goes about the game.
His positional sense and ability to read the game helps him solve problems before they occur.
His
Sources tell me negotiations going well for
@HoustonDynamo
@oncecaldas
and all indications say that an agreement will be reached with Nelson Quinones to become a Houston Dynamo player.
#HoldItDown
Nelson Quinones
@HoustonDynamo
loan deal comes up soon. His performance tonight scoring and drawing a penalty reminds us of the need for “dribblers”! He wore out and tormented
@LAFC
defender Ryan Hollingshead through the night.
#SoccerMatters
#Holditdown
Pat Onstad
@HoustonDynamo
GM has been to Europe while Asher Mendolsohn in Mexico as search for players and coach is in motion. Both have been impressed with Kenny Bundy the interim manager as well.
#SoccerMatters
Big for
@HoustonDynamo
in 4-1 win over
@SJEarthquakes
.
They dominate all facets of game, mitigate Espinosa and Ebobisse, get goals from Bassi, Baird, Thor (2). You better be ready to play
@MLS
if you come to Htown.
Now 10 goals in 3 games ahead of
@AustinFC
Sat.
Lets get your
One of the most important signings for both on and off the field from
@HoustonDynamo
Pat Onstad and staff.
CB
@eriksviat
has been hugely important!
Experience with Euro aura, sound positional play, distribution (including long diagonals) he has been the perfect compliment to any
Artur
@HoustonDynamo
midfielder has signed a contract extension through 2025 with options for 2026 and 2027.
Now that is great business! What a season he is having!
#SoccerMatters
#HoldItDown
Breaking News: Hector Herrera injured could miss start of season. Dynamo GM Pat Onstad joined Glenn Davis and Soccer Matters exclusively.
#SoccerMatters
Looks as though
@HoustonDynamo
are set to acquire a “hard man” center back for a transfer fee over a million dolllars per Danish Newspapers. Erik Sviatchenko was loved
@CelticFC
and
@fcmidtjylland
Let’s get your thoughts?
Steve Clark has been in tremendous form winning points for
@HoustonDynamo
from gk position aided by a back four with players performing “out of position”.
A midfield of
@HHerreramex
, Coco and the huge acquisition of Artur keeps you in every game. With respect to all prior this
The
@HoustonDynamo
have "variety" in attack like never before which has made them the most entertaining team in the last 2.5 months of
@MLS
.
Chance creation through possession and combination play, transition and direct play, new found width with Griffin Dorsey, press and
Great moment in second half when
@HHerreramex
is standing over a free kick. Now this after scoring off one in first half. The entire stadium is expecting him to hit it ! Instead plays deceptive pass to Thor instead . His desire to INVOLVE , guide, lead teammates impressive . So
Wow players and fans alike singing Guatemalan national anthem! Fans crying and every player singing like Pavarotti! So prideful!
They play Canada! She’ll Energy stadium sold out now and entirely blue!
#HoustonSoccerCommunity
Saddened to see this from AJ.
Fred was always extremely kind to me as my show followed the Blitz .
Many conversations about soccer and sports.
#RipFredFaour
Man. This one is tough to type out.
Normally I join
@FredFaour
every Thursday for his podcast. Today he never texted me the link and didn’t respond to texts or phone calls.
I just got news that Fred has passed away. I don’t have a lot of details, but obviously devastating.
The passion of your country playing and a reminder of the massive soccer culture and community we have!
Guatemalan fans out in force in the Houston for their match v Canada!
It is these diverse fans that have helped Houston secure 2026 World Cup Matches!
You have to admire the media effort and requests that
@HHerreramex
has fulfilled. He has done this with a smile. He talks humility, family, influence of Efrain Flores and hopes for
@HoustonDynamo
on Soccer Matters
@espn975
@DaspitLaw
7ct ! Who’s in? RT
Congratulations to
@dwaynederosario
on his entry into Canadien Soccer Hall of Fame!
Driver of the "orange machine" after arrival from San Jose leading
@HoustonDynamo
to 2
@MLS
Cups!
At any moment Dwayne was a "game changer" and brought that beautiful value of entertainment plus
Unreal on the counter Brad Smith.
Artur hits
@sebasferreira11
who puts in Brad Smith for the winner tonight over
@ColoradoRapids
.
Clark 2 key saves, Raines gains experience, Sebas gets minutes but MOTM is Micael.
And you say what?
@HoustonDynamo
over
@ColoradoRapids
1-0.
So many good takeaways from this current run of form from
@HoustonDynamo
. A few:
@HHerreramex
orchestration and leadership, Micael emergence, Cory Baird 5 match goal scoring streak, width of Griffin Dorsey, players performing beautifully out of position for greater good like
Great to see
@HoustonDynamo
@eriksviat
get the first tonight and first for the club. Steres with the good tight pass.
1-0 over
@stlCITYsc
and on comes Amine Bassi and Franco Escobar. Escobar makes that dangerous inside run from left back position .
2-2 on agg. Dynamo with away
Always enjoyed Teenage ability, personality and play. Injury derailed his season and opened the door for the story of Micael who has blossomed.
#SoccerMatters
#SomosFearless
To all the wins I have had all the great times this is goodbye to the team and marking a farewell to end of season
@HoustonDynamo
&the coaches ,Ted ,Pat ,Asher ,Nick and the technical stuff thank you for trusting me I will be forever be grateful to my teammates and fans 🧡🙏
Additionally, two goals, comeback win against a burgeoning rival
@AustinFC
. The AMOUNT of good runs in channels off the Austin FC fb's from
@Aliyu_bravo
is promising, pulled apart defenders and worried their minds. He gave Coco, Bassi, HH a promising target with movement. Fun.
A few weeks back it was mentioned on Soccer Matters
@espn975
@daspitlaw
that both
@HHerreramex
and Artur Imho were best 11!
“I believe that Artur is a big part of my success and what I’ve been able to accomplish this year, and I’ve told him that.
We have a great relationship,
Just to be clear regional tv goes away for all MLS clubs based on new
@MLS
@Apple
deal which brings platforms, distribution and $$ It ultimately trickles down to clubs. The void of the “ home call” will likely be filled by radio and streaming .
#SoccerMatters
Say what you want about
@CarliLloyd
but this is the type of commentary we need to grow interest in women game and mens game. Real.
Gets response from
@USWNT
coach Vlatko Andonovski.
This is "healthy pressure", healthy pressure can motivate.
#SoccerMatters