Casemiro and Griezmann debut as MLS resumes play in late July
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 27, 2026, 8:36 PM
Last updated Jul 27, 2026

Major League Soccer resumes play following a break, with notable debuts from Casemiro for Inter Miami and Antoine Griezmann for Orlando City. Casemiro played a key role in Inter Miami's midfield, while Griezmann made an immediate impact by scoring in his debut. The Chicago Fire also showcased Robert Lewandowski in a match against NYCFC, providing excitement for fans as the league continues this July. Angel City FC striker Riley Tiernan discussed her journey from unsigned trialist to team top scorer during a podcast interview, alongside hosts Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros, who also highlighted six promising USMNT youth prospects ahead of the 2030 World Cup.
- •Casemiro debuts for Inter Miami amid MLS season restart.
- •Antoine Griezmann scores in his first MLS match for Orlando City.
- •Robert Lewandowski plays for Chicago Fire against NYCFC.
- •Riley Tiernan shares her rise in the NWSL on a podcast.
- •Hosts highlight six rising USMNT prospects for the future.
- 8:36 PMYahoo Sports — MLS Stars Arrive: Casemiro & Griezmann Debuts, Riley Tiernan Interview & USMNT Hopamine
"Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros break down a massive week in Major League Soccer featuring debuts from global stars Casemiro, Antoine Griezmann, and Robert Lewandowski. Angel City FC striker Riley Tiernan stops by to discuss her trialist-to-star journey in the NWSL, her Jersey roots, and her go-to In-N-Out order. Finally, the hosts examine six promising young USMNT prospects—including Cavan Sullivan, Neil Pierre, and Noahkai Banks—who give American fans hope for the 2030 World Cup cycle.
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