There’s major news out of Major League Soccer as LAFC’s season came to an emotional end after a dramatic penalty shootout defeat to Vancouver Whitecaps in the Western Conference Semifinal. South Korean star Son Heung-Min delivered a breathtaking free kick equalizer in second-half stoppage time — a highlight that will be remembered in MLS Cup Playoff history — but ultimately it wasn’t enough. Despite Son’s remarkable run of goals since joining LAFC, the team fell short, marking the end of coach Steve Cherundolo’s tenure after four successful years. Cherundolo leaves as the club’s most decorated coach, and Son has already declared his intent to come back stronger next season.

Meanwhile, in the NCAA Division I Women’s Soccer Tournament, a string of closely contested matches saw second-round favorites like Duke, Michigan State, and Virginia pushing through to the next stage. Ohio State advanced dramatically by taking down top-seeded Notre Dame in double overtime, setting up some compelling quarterfinals as programs seek a spot in December’s Women’s College Cup.

Turning to the U.S. National Teams, anticipation is building for the men’s side as they continue preparations for upcoming qualifiers, while the Women’s National Team is keeping a close eye on college performances as new prospects emerge from the NCAA tournament. There haven’t been recent major player performances to highlight, but fan attention remains fixed on some rising stars from both squads.

Internationally, the biggest global soccer headlines focus on the Premier League, where title contenders continued their chase with pivotal matches over the weekend, and in La Liga, the spotlight remains on Real Madrid and Barcelona as they prepare to face off in a crucial fixture. Serie A saw Napoli and Inter Milan battle for top spots with hard-fought victories, while in the Champions League, teams are gearing up for the final round of group-stage clashes set to determine the knockout brackets.

On the transfer front, speculation is heating up around several big-name players in Europe as the January window approaches, with rumors swirling about moves involving Premier League and La Liga talents. No confirmed blockbuster deals have been announced yet, but the possibility of major transfers is keeping fans and pundits on edge.

Finally, breaking news includes debate around officiating decisions in recent European matches and renewed discussion over proposed changes to international tournament formats, creating a lively backdrop as the soccer world heads toward its winter break and transfer season.

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