Daily Links: Jose Martinez up for MLS Goal of the Year

Philadelphia Union News

MLS reviewing racial slur allegation against Philadelphia Union’s Kai Wagner
Wagner, who is German, is alleged to have directed a slur at Wood in German at that point, the sources said. Wood speaks German, and spent the first decade of his professional career and several years as a youth player in Germany.

Vote Brujo for MLS Goal of the Year
Jose Martinez’s goal at Orlando City SC on June 21st was clutch and something Union fans had been waiting to see happen.

MLS News

Orlando City vs. Nashville SC: Final Score 1-0 as Lions Claim Game 1 on Wilder Cartagena’s Wondergoal
Midfielder Wilder Cartagena scored the goal of his life and the defense made it hold up as Orlando City defeated Nashville SC 1-0 at Exploria Stadium in Game 1 of the Lions’ first-round, best-of-three series in front of a raucous crowd of 19,744.

Sounders handle FC Dallas, take 1-0 series lead
Albert Rusnák and Jordan Morris scored goals to lead the Seattle Sounders to a professional 2-0 win over FC Dallas in Game 1 of their best-of-3 MLS Playoffs series on Monday.

NYCFC announce 2024 roster moves
New York City declined the option for winger Matías Pellegrini, who earned $1.12 million in 2023 but failed to make a positive impact on the team.

Charlotte FC Announces End of Season Roster Decisions
Charlotte FC today announced end of season roster decisions ahead of the 2024 season.

Rest of the World News

Ballon d’Or 2023: Messi beats Haaland to win for eighth time
Messi, 36, becomes the first MLS-based player to claim the coveted prize, although the triumph comes largely on the back of his exploits with his country in Qatar. Former Manchester United player and Inter Miami co-owner David Beckham handed his prize-signing Messi the award in Paris.

Spain, Barcelona star Bonmatí wins Ballon d’Or Féminin award
Bonmatí, 25, helped Barça win Liga F and the Champions League last season, before leading Spain to World Cup glory in the summer.