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Hello! From ESPN layoffs to tax fraud investigations, there was a lot of soccer news yesterday. Today, Washington Spirit midfielder Joanna Lohman will undergo ACL surgery.
Tax fraud investigations are a bit too common with West Ham board - Brace The Hammer
West Ham owners Karren Brady and David Sullivan are getting investigated for tax fraud but there’s a good chance this ends in nothing.
Joey Barton banned 18 months for gambling, effectively forced to retire - SBNation.com
Joey Barton is the subject of another controversy but this one looks like the one that will finish his career.
Armchair Analyst: With John Brooks hurt, here are 5 USMNT options at CB | MLSsoccer.com
With John Brooks injured, Steve Birnbaum is an option at center back for the USMNT.
Bayern waste multiple chances, lose 3-2 to Dortmund in DFB Pokal Semifinals - Bavarian Football Works
Dortmund pulled off a good comeback in an exciting and back-and-forth 3-2 game that sent Dortmund to the final.
Chris Durkin, USA U-17s beat Mexico 4-3, advance in CONCACAF Championship - Black And Red United
Chris Durkin started and played the full game in the U-17 game against Mexico.
In Spirit injury news:
As I head into surgery 2moro I'll remember every gesture of support & encouragement. I know I'm not alone & together we will rise again! pic.twitter.com/dRcMRJjtBD
— Joanna Lohman (@JoannaLohman) April 26, 2017
To @WashSpirit's relief, @ksteng12 doesn't have an ACL tear. Bone bruise will sideline her for at least one #NWSL match.
— Steven Goff (@SoccerInsider) April 25, 2017
That’s all from me this morning, so get into it in the comments.