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Red Bulls break ground on new training complex on massive plot of land in N.J.
The New York Red Bulls are breaking ground on their new practice facility in Morris County.
Sorry, Dallas: World Cup Final belongs right here in New Jersey | Politi
The World Cup Final is coming to New Jersey in 2026, and it will supplant the Super Bowl as the biggest sporting event ever held in the state.
Gotham FC wins its first NWSL title to complete worst-to-first transformation
Gotham FC, owned by Gov. Phil Murphy, stormed to the title as the sixth seed in the NWSL playoffs.
Rutgers faces must-win opener as start of college football season arrives (PODCAST)
The Rutgers Rant discusses the importance of the football program’s upcoming season opener against Northwestern, the outlook coming out of training camp and some interesting comments from head coach Greg Schiano to NJ Advance Media. We also touch on Dylan Harper’s decision timeline, olympic sports and the Messi Mania that took over Red Bull Arena.
Aaron Rodgers, Lionel Messi give New Jersey sports fans a night to remember | Politi
As Aaron Rodgers made his Jets debut in East Rutherford, Lionel Messi scored his first MLS regular-season goal in Harrison.
After long wait, Lionel Messi rewards mania with magic at Red Bull Arena
Fans had to wait a while, but Lionel Messi made it worth their time and money, rewarding their mania with his usual magic.
Lionel Messi makes MLS debut vs. Red Bulls after coming off bench
Lionel Messi was not included in Inter Miami's starting XI against the New York Red Bulls.
Lionel Messi is making MLS look silly. Is that really good for U.S. soccer? | Politi
Oh, it's great for soccer fans — and, of course, for Messi himself. But it's embarrassing for the country's top league.
N.J.’s 10 best soccer bars to watch Lionel Messi’s MLS debut vs. Red Bulls
Legendary forward Lionel Messi will make his Major League Soccer debut with Inter Miami against the Red Bulls in New Jersey on Saturday. Fans who can't be in the building at Red Bull Arena can watch the match at any of the many solid soccer bars scaterred across the Garden State.
With a raucous crowd, packed house and Lionel Messi, N.J. is the center of soccer cosmos once again
Lionel Messi, considered by many to be the greatest soccer player of all time, will be making his Major League Soccer debut with his Inter Miami squad this weekend at Red Bull Arena against the New York Red Bulls.
Call USA’s World Cup flameout what it is: An epic failure | Politi
And, if you're delighting in Megan Rapinoe's struggles, it might be time to take a long look in the mirror.
Gov. Murphy wants to make sure New Jersey’s latest soccer moment lasts a while | Politi
Soccer is having a moment in New Jersey. The "first fan" wants to make sure it lasts through the World Cup Final in 2026.