Protagonist Soccer

We have a new queen of the USL Super League table, with Brooklyn winning a decisive match over DC Power. Carolina stumbles for the first time and so much more in the Sync!

by Dan Vaughn

In the penultimate round of qualifying, Chicago House took one step closer to qualifying for another year in the US Open Cup. Wisloka Chicago would prove to be a formidable opponent and it took the entire 90 for House to find a winner, 2-1.

by Adnan Bašić

After multiple seasons of shedding its strongest teams, NISA faces its bleakest offseason. After banning the regular season champion and propping up multiple clubs, can the league convince more investors to sign on or is 2024 the closing chapter for NISA?

by Dan Creel

Carolina remains undefeated with ANOTHER draw, 6 if your counting. While Lexington chokes away what should have been an easy win. All the action in the Super League recapped and ready for you.

by Dan Vaughn

This week our writers, podcasters, and good friends of the site tell you what games they are attending, watching, or streaming then tell you why you should too! We have Ben Brannigan checking out the Metroplex Premier League; Michael Battista introducing us to the Eastern Pennsylvania Soccer Association Robert M O'Neill Amateur Cup; Jon Hunt keeping us up with Lou City in the USL Championship Playoffs; Chris Walker in New Mexico attending United in the USL; Josh Duder watching USL League One Semifinals. So, Let’s get stuck in!

by Protagonist Staff

Since coming to Tampa Bay, Cal Jennings has been the focal point of their attack. Last week, he scored and helped lead the Rowdies past Detroit City in the first round of the USL Championship playoffs. Cal sat down and discussed his form, the team’s success, and their road warrior approach to their second-round matchup with Charleston Battery this week.

by Dan Vaughn

This is the first in a series of articles, presented in partnership with the US Open Cup, to promote the history of the best competition in the country. Andy Atuegbu was born in Nigeria, but put a massive stamp on American soccer in the 70s and 80s, including the US Open Cup.

by Charles Cuttone and Jonah Fontella

Several months ago, Dan Creel spoke with an anonymous player who played in NISA for Club De Leon. The player gave his perspective on the league, the club he played for, and offered a perspective not often heard.

Another soccer filled weekend and the stakes have been raised for even more entertaining games. USL Championship and USL League One have started their playoffs - some games may even be underway by the time you see this! USL Super League is in its mid-season form with plenty of great games to look at. Finally, we are introduced to the New Jersey Soccer Association’s Men’s Open Cup. So, let’s get stuck in!

by Protagonist Staff