Mark McKenzie replaces injured George Campbell on USMNT roster

McKenzie replaces Campbell as Reyna injury clouds USMNT plans

Mark McKenzie has replaced George Campbell on the U.S. men’s national team roster for its Concacaf Nations League quarterfinals against Haiti. Campbell suffered a groin injury playing for West Bromwich Albion, and McKenzie, a Toulouse defender who played for the United States at the 2026 World Cup, will join the squad. The United States faces Haiti on Nov. 14 in Miami and Nov. 17 in Cincinnati.

Gio Reyna’s availability is in question after the Strasbourg midfielder scored against Toulouse on Friday, then left three minutes later with what ESPN described as an apparent left-thigh injury. Reyna had been named to the roster and started all four U.S. matches in the September-October window, recording two assists. McKenzie also scored in Toulouse’s 3-1 win.

Utah Royals upset San Diego Wave in playoff debut

Kiana Palacios scored in the 30th minute and goalkeeper Mandy McGlynn made key saves as the seventh-seeded Utah Royals beat the second-seeded San Diego Wave 1-0 in the NWSL quarterfinals. It was Utah’s first playoff match, and its first victory over San Diego after losing the teams’ previous six meetings.

San Diego had a 16-8 edge in shots and held 62% of possession, but could not find an equalizer. Utah advances to face either the Washington Spirit or Portland Thorns in the semifinals.

Gotham could face venue switch for NWSL semifinal

NWSL Shield winners Gotham FC could have to play a potential semifinal at 5,000-seat Icahn Stadium in New York if they advance and are scheduled to host on Saturday, Nov. 14. Their regular home, Sports Illustrated Stadium, is unavailable because the New York Red Bulls are hosting Club América in a friendly.

The San Diego Wave’s home venue is also unavailable that day because of a San Diego State football game. ESPN reported that the league’s semifinal television windows are unlikely to change. NWSL Players Association executive director Meghann Burke said the union has been involved in discussions about the venue constraints.

Nashville can break MLS points record against Cincinnati

Nashville SC can set a new MLS single-season points record with a win or draw at FC Cincinnati. The club has 74 points, tied with the 2024 Inter Miami team, and has already clinched the Supporters’ Shield.

Nashville also set an MLS record with 15 home wins and has gone unbeaten at home this season, according to MLSsoccer.com. Cincinnati, meanwhile, could move up or down in the Eastern Conference standings depending on its result and other games.

Whitecaps defender Belal Halbouni diagnosed with Hodgkin lymphoma

Vancouver Whitecaps defender Belal Halbouni has been diagnosed with Hodgkin lymphoma and began treatment last week, the club announced. The 26-year-old will step away from soccer to focus on treatment and recovery, the club said.

Vancouver also announced that Halbouni has signed a contract extension through the 2027-28 MLS season. He has made 29 appearances for the club across all competitions.

Tim Parker announces retirement after 12 MLS seasons

Red Bull New York defender Tim Parker will retire after the 2026 MLS season, ending a 12-year career, MLSsoccer.com reported. The 33-year-old is scheduled to play his final match against Atlanta United on Decision Day.

Parker made 303 regular-season appearances, scored seven goals and recorded four assists. He played for five clubs, won the 2018 Supporters’ Shield with Red Bull and was an MLS All-Star and Best XI selection with St. Louis CITY in 2023.

U.S. youth teams set November camps and matches

The U.S. Under-20 men’s team will hold a Nov. 9-17 camp and tournament at the Arthur M. Blank U.S. Soccer National Training Center in Georgia. Coach Gonzalo Segares selected 24 players; the team will play Japan on Nov. 12, Colombia on Nov. 14 and Paraguay on Nov. 17, with all three matches streamed on U.S. Soccer’s YouTube channel.

The Under-23 team will hold its first camp of the 2028 Olympic cycle in Spain from Nov. 9-17, with matches against Scotland on Nov. 15 and Ukraine on Nov. 17, U.S. Soccer said. Separately, coach Alex Aldaz named 21 players for the Under-17 World Cup in Qatar, where the United States will play Montenegro, Chile and Algeria in group matches.