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Tom Hindle

European Football Writer

Born in England, but spent his teenage years in Los Angeles and now lives in New York. Covered American academy, club, college and pro soccer before moving on to the European game for GOAL in 2022. Now handles major European teams, with a focus on Real Madrid, and whatever American madness crops up. Does not 'know ball.'

Articles by Tom Hindle

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Analysis Major League Soccer
MLS Innovation Lab aims to revolutionize fan experience
The cutting-edge program, now in its second year of existence, is helping MLS bring new technologies into the game
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Analysis NWSL
NWSL's abolishment of draft is disruptive, good for the game
The flagship U.S. women's soccer league is making a major change, as players and teams look to figure out what comes next
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Analysis D. Callender
Wed Convo, Callender: Miami know 'what we're capable of'
GOAL talks to the Miami vice-captain about a hunt for silverware, mindfulness, and how to step up in the big moments.
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L. Messi M. Pochettino
'Impossible to measure' - Pochettino on Messi's influence
The newly-minted U.S. manager hailed Leo Messi's influence, with the eight time Ballon d'Or winner in hunt of an MLS Cup
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Chicago Fire FC G. Berhalter
Gregg Berhalter named as Fire head coach, director of football
Berhalter, who coached the national team for six years, will take over for the MLS side starting at the end of the season
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M. Pochettino USA
Pochettino's son among five named to USMNT backroom staff
The new U.S. coach unveiled a five-person backroom staff, including several he's familiar with from previous stops
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Austin FC Major League Soccer
Austin FC part ways with Wolff after missing playoffs
Austin have let go of the first manager in franchise history after failing to qualify for the MLS playoffs
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F. Balogun Monaco
Balogun has 'painful' shoulder injury, USMNT spot at risk
Monaco manager Adi Hutter revealed that Balogun has suffered a painful shoulder injury, leaving his spot in the U.S. squad uncertain
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Player ratings Real Madrid
Vini's Ballond'Or-worthy brilliance outshines Mbappe
The Brazilian's individual brilliance secured three points for Los Blancos - but their performance was lacking
Analysis USA
Americans Abroad: Is McKennie's Juve resurgence sustainable?
GOAL US looks at the key storylines for Americans abroad this weekend, with Weston McKennie leading the way

Opinion C. Pulisic
The Rondo: For which other Euro clubs could Pulisic start?
GOAL US writers debate whether USMNT captain is world-class and speculate where he could play other than Milan
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Analysis USA
TBT: Remember when Freddy Adu made MLS debut at just 14?
Dubbed the next Pele, Adu took the pitch for D.C. United 20 years ago in one of the most-hyped moments in American soccer
Opinion L. Messi
Miami have won the Supporters' Shield - now the real work begins
The Herons have completed the first step toward MLS Cup glory, but now need to continue their momentum into the playoffs
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Player ratings Real Madrid
Real Madrid's UCL magic goes missing as Lille spring surprise
Carlo Ancelotti's men looked out of attacking ideas in a rare European loss against the Ligue 1 side
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L. Messi Argentina
He's back: Messi returns to Argentina squad after injury
The reigning Copa America champions have ther star man back in what is otherwise a largely unchanged squad
Analysis USA
The Rondo: Who's in, who's out, who to watch for USMNT?
GOAL USA writers analyze Pochettino's first squad selection, and what will define success this window
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Analysis Real Madrid
Why has Bellingham stopped scoring for Madrid?
The midfielder is playing in a more withdrawn role for Los Blancos this season - but that isn't necessarily a bad thing
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H. Wright Coventry
Haji Wright scores to lead Coventry past Blackburn
The winger found the net in a comprehensive win for the midtable Championship side
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Player ratings Real Madrid
Correa STUNS Real after crowd trouble almost ruins derby clash
Carlo Ancelotti's side collapsed late on for a draw, but this game will be remembered for the wrong reasons
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Player ratings Inter Miami CF
Messi scores, but Inter Miami wasteful late in Charlotte draw
Lionel Messi scored a memorable equalizer in the second half, but some wasteful play from Luis Suarez saw Miami drop points for third straight match

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