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On the big screen: 7 World Cup watch parties around Colorado Springs

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For 39 days, teams from around the world will compete for gold — literally. The FIFA World Cup is here, and despite no matches being...

Switchbacks’ Garven Metusala joins Haiti for World Cup

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Switchbacks defender Garven Metusala will join teammate and fellow defender Markhus “Duke” Lacroix in the World Cup. On Thursday, the Switchbacks announced that Metusala had...

From the Golden Ball to the USMNT, The Denver Gazette’s predictions | 2026 World Cup preview

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The Denver Gazette gives its predictions for the 2026 FIFA World Cup Paul Klee, sports editor The USMNT will… shock the world with a quarterfinal...

11 players from 11 countries to know before kickoff — and Italy’s absence | 2026 World Cup Insider

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Denver Gazette reporter Vinny Benedetto takes you around the World Cup: The biggest stage of the beautiful game is back on American soil for the...

Why Denver missed out on hosting 2026 World Cup matches: ‘It’s a shame’

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Betting guide for World Cup | 2026 World Cup preview

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Australia’s Lucas Herrington joins long history of Rapids players to compete in World Cup | 2026 World Cup preview

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Mark Kiszla: World Cup celebrates soccer’s rise into big four of American sports | 2026 World Cup preview

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Switchbacks and El Paso battle late into the night following historic weather delay

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Football is life: Switchbacks ready for potential to compete against ‘Ted Lasso’ star Cristo Fernández

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Colorado Springs trusts defense and routine as Switchbacks look to clinch group in USL Cup

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Switchbacks’ ‘Duke’ Lacroix embraces once-in-a-lifetime opportunity with Haiti | 2026 World Cup Preview

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Colorado Rapids defender Lucas Herrington, 18, named to Australia’s World Cup roster

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Colorado Springs Switchbacks secure first road win with 1-0 shutout over Oakland Roots

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What was the most painful playoff loss in Denver sports history? | Friday Faceoff

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Friday Faceoff: After crushing exits by the Avalanche and Nuggets, what is the most painful playoff loss in Denver sports history? Paul Klee, sports editor...

Denver Summit FC ‘hungry’ for three points against Louisville in last game before World Cup break

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Denver Summit FC needs three points, but this one is a must-win. Coming off a heartbreaking loss to No. 1 Utah Royals, Denver (3-3-4) is...

Las Vegas Lights FC downs Colorado Springs Switchbacks in first loss in nearly two months

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Colorado Springs’ search for a road win in the USL Championship regular season continues. The Switchbacks suffered their first regulation loss across all competitions since...

Yosuke Hanya traveled across the world to find the game and Colorado Springs

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“Go and find the game.” That’s something Colorado Springs Switchbacks coach Alan McCann has told forward Yosuke Hanya this season. It’s not just good advice...

Highlands Ranch product Janine Sonis leads Denver Summit FC to breakthrough moment | NWSL Insider

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Colorado Springs Switchbacks dominate rival New Mexico, earn shutout and first place in group standings

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Switchbacks face perfect test against New Mexico; Duke Lacroix to make club history at World Cup

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Valor Christian’s Cori Dyke returns home to face Denver Summit FC with Orlando Pride | NWSL Insider

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Tyreek Magee lifts Colorado Springs to another late draw but Switchbacks have room for improvement

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Love of the fight: How Brennan Creek beat juvenile arthritis and injury to become a key player for the Switchbacks

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Colorado Springs Switchbacks and San Antonio trade late goals, battle to draw

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Denver Summit FC forward Natasha Flint settling into ‘home away from home’ after signing two-year contract

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Alan McCann’s men of character have evolved into a dangerous Switchbacks team

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PHOTOS: Rapids Defeat Switchbacks 3-2 in Double Overtime & 7 Shootouts

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Valiant effort for Colorado Springs Switchbacks falls short at Colorado Rapids

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COMMERCE CITY — The first match between the Colorado Springs Switchbacks and the Colorado Rapids in a decade lived up to the billing. Colorado Springs...

Colorado Springs Switchbacks confident as I-25 Derby match against Colorado Rapids looms

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Wednesday’s Interstate 25 Derby is something Colorado Springs Switchbacks fan Jason Smith thought would be an annual occasion. The term refers to matches played between...

If Broncos want a big splash, bring NFL draft to Red Rocks | The Starting Lineup

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Turn on the game! Three must-see events this week: 1. Avalanche at Los Angeles Kings (2:30 p.m. Sunday, TNT) — Best-case scenario for the Avs:...

Switchbacks edge Phoenix Rising on strong defense and wild goal from Isaiah Foster

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The Switchbacks’ offense may have taken center stage last week, but their defense was dominant Saturday. After Colorado Springs scored the only goal of the...