USMNT announce January Camp friendly, Tim Parker traded to Houston Dynamo, and more: Freedom Kicks for January 20, 2021

Happy Inauguration Day, everyone. You already know today’s gonna be different than previous inaugurations, so everyone stay safe at home and let’s hope today’s only event is the peaceful transition of power. Let’s catch you up on everything before you see the oath administered.

There are more Hernan Losada to D.C. United reactions worth noting:

• Of course, the Filibuster crew had to get on the mics and discuss the new hire!
• Forbes thinks that the Black-and-Red hire makes more sense than Phil Neville to Inter Miami (it does)
• Pablo Maurer from The Athletic gets a Q&A with the new coach

USMNT to play Trinidad & Tobago to conclude January Camp - SSFC

The United States Men’s National Team will take on Trinidad and Tobago in Orlando to conclude January Camp.

Houston Dynamo acquire center back Tim Parker in trade with New York Red Bulls - MLS

Tim Parker will head from the New York Red Bulls to the Houston Dynamo for up to $1.05 million! That’s a lot of cash

Philadelphia Union trade away SuperDraft picks to Nashville SC for allocation money - MLS

The Philadelphia Union will not be at tomorrow’s MLS Superdraft, as they have traded Nashville SC all their picks for Garber Bucks. There were also a couple Generation Adidas signings for tomorrow.

America Finally Has a Global Soccer Star - GQ

Christian Pulisic gets the deep dive on GQ and some pictures that make you look for a water fountain.

Loudoun United re-sign Amoustapha, Ferrin, Gamble for 2021 - BRU

Loudoun United re-sign a trio of players for the new year.

Julian Araujo added, Bryan Reynolds departs from U.S. U-23 January Camp - SSFC

Bryan Reynolds departs U.S. U-23 camp, presumably to complete a move to Juventus from FC Dallas, with a loan to Benevento.

England: Hege Riise to lead Lionesses on temporary basis - BBC

Since Phil Neville has bounced from England, Hege Riise will take over as interim coach for the Lionesses.

Mónica Vergara named México Women’s National Team manager - FMF State of Mind

Mexico’s WNT has a new coach as well.

Finally, the Washington Spirit are getting into the week of service:

Again, stay safe everyone. Enjoy the festivities from home and may today be a great day.