Why RSL-Colorado was the perfect MLS game; San Diego hire falls through: Takeaways

Stop and think about what makes for an especially entertaining 90 minutes of soccer. RSL answered swiftly to reignite their home faithful, first through MVP contender Chicho Arango and again before halftime as a Diego Luna corner found 21-year-old Andres Gomez for a cooly placed volley over Zack Steffen’s head and outstretched arms. East coasters would be wise to work in an early afternoon cup of coffee most Saturdays — these days, MLS’s best viewing requires staying up for a Mountain time marquee. Nashville hasn’t quite broken through from “very good” to “great.” They made the 2023 Leagues Cup final but lost in penalties to Inter Miami. “It’s about not only who’s the best manager,” Jacobs said, “it’s who’s the best manager for Nashville.” Tom Bogert San Diego sporting director hire falls through San Diego FC is back to the drawing board.