East notes: DC United get their man

D.C. United wanted Salvadoran international midfielder Cristian Castillo well before they secured his rights in a loan deal last week. It just took a regime change to make the deal work.

Ronaldo - I miss UnitedD.C. United names Onalfo head coach

Marosevic looks to break out in 2010

As the fifth overall selection in the 2009 MLS SuperDraft, FC Dallas head coach Schellas Hyndman saw striker Peri Marosevic as someone who could likely come in and contribute immediately.

Race hots up for SuazoFC Dallas staff crisscrosses globe

KICKIN' BACK with Edson Buddle

LA Galaxy forward Edson Buddle recently sat down for an exclusive Q&A with MLSnet.com. He also created his own photo gallery in the latest edition of Kickin' Back.

KICKIN’ BACK with Robbie FindleyRon wants Ballon back

Five big questions for Houston Dynamo

It's time to turn the page on the 2009 season and look forward to 2010 by answering some burning questions for the Houston Dynamo.

Near-misses mar strong Dynamo yearMessi out of derby clash

MLS Alums: Weekly roundup

A look at the latest news and performances of former Major League Soccer standouts around the globe, including Maurice Edu's return to the pitch for Rangers.

Perotti focused on SevillaMLS Alums: Weekly roundup

D.C. United names Onalfo head coach

D.C. United has named Curt Onalfo as the team's head coach. The 40-year old Onalfo becomes the sixth head coach in club history.

Ronaldo - I miss UnitedFC Dallas staff crisscrosses globe

MLS Alums: Weekly roundup

Standout performances with Rangers have DaMarcus Beasley eyeing a place on the U.S. roster.

Perotti focused on SevillaMLS Alums: Weekly roundup

Despite Cup loss, LA's turnaround miraculous

The fortunes of the Galaxy started to take a turn for the better when Bruce Arena was brought in. his reclamation project resulted in an MLS Cup berth and a Western Conference title in Year 2.

Ron wants Ballon backFor Revs, troubled year too familiar

MLS signs three seniors, four Generation adidas players

Major League Soccer announced Tuesday the signings of three collegiate seniors and four underclassmen to Major League Soccer contracts, including two of the three finalists for the MAC Hermann Trophy.

Cruz has life-changing experience in South AfricaRon wants Ballon back

RSL end magical season with MLS Cup

Once they claimed the 2009 MLS Cup as their own, Real Salt Lake came full circle during a sometimes turbulent season.

La Liga round-upFive big questions for Real Salt Lake

Sounders FC focus on offseason strength program

Sounders FC have turned their eyes towards increasing the physical strength of their players for the 2010 season.

West notes: Seattle looking ahead to 2010Atletico reject Aguero bid

MLS Alums: Weekly roundup

A look at the latest news and performances of former Major League Soccer standouts around the globe, including Maurice Edu's return to the pitch for Rangers.

Perotti focused on SevillaMLS Alums: Weekly roundup

Bradley calls 30 players to US training camp

U.S. men's national team head coach Bob Bradley has named 30 players to the training camp roster that will begin gathering Jan. 4 at U.S. Soccer's National Training Center at The Home Depot Center in Carson, Calif.

Perotti focused on SevillaChivas players impressed by Vasquez

FCD's Burse made most of opportunity in 2009

When FC Dallas goalkeeper Dario Sala went down with a knee injury early in the 2009 season, backup Ray Burse got his shot.

FCD’s Ihemelu looks to sharpen skillsOier laid low again

Fire flame out short of ultimate goals

If losing a championship game is the saddest moment of the season, the Fire had two saddest moments. Losing MLS Conference Championship and SuperLiga Final at Toyota Park on penalty kicks.

La Liga round-upPappa’s signing solidifies Fire midfield

Five big questions for Real Salt Lake

With the 2009 season in the rearview mirror, here are the answers to some of the biggest questions surrounding Real Salt Lake as the club prepares for 2010.

Five big questions for the New York Red BullsRonaldo - I miss United

MLS players share fondest holiday wishes and memories

Major League Soccer players share their fondest holiday memories. Included are anecdotes from Luciano Emilio, Mac Kandji and Taylor Twellman.

Villa reveals English interestCruz has life-changing experience in South Africa

Cruz has life-changing experience in South Africa

It was presented to a select group of Generation adidas players as a trip to South Africa, but for Danny Cruz, just finishing his first season in Major League Soccer, it was a life-changing experience.

Saha eyes South Africa tripFabiano hints at Sevilla exit

MLS Alums: Weekly roundup

A look at the latest news and performances of former Major League Soccer standouts around the globe, including Maurice Edu's return to the pitch for Rangers.

Perotti focused on SevillaMLS Alums: Weekly roundup

MLS Alums: Hahnemann's holdover

Wolves goalkeeper Marcus Hahnemann has been having a revival between the woodwork.

Riesgo eyeing Spurs switchMLS Alums: A world of thanks

Donovan inks new deal with Galaxy

It was announced on Wednesday that Landon Donovan signed a new four-year contract to remain with his MLS team, though he may be heading to Europe on a short loan prior to the 2010 MLS season.

Reports: Donovan could join Everton on loanBarca claim no Bojan bids

MLS Alums: Weekly roundup

A look at the latest news and performances of former Major League Soccer standouts around the globe, including Maurice Edu's return to the pitch for Rangers.

MLS Alums: Weekly roundupPerotti focused on Sevilla

Five big questions for LA Galaxy

The Los Angeles Galaxy head into the offseason coping with a loss in the MLS Cup. But there also is plenty of optimism for a club that appears to have returned to its winning ways after years of decline.

Preciado pens new dealFive big questions for Chivas USA

FC Dallas staff crisscrosses globe

FC Dallas head coach Schellas Hyndman and his staff have already spent much of the offseason determining what exactly could put their club back into the postseason for the first time since 2007.

Riesgo eyeing Spurs switchFCD’s Pearce open to position change in 2010

FC Dallas' Davies reflects on first MLS season

When he was on the field for FC Dallas, defender Kyle Davies was a solid addition to Schellas Hyndman's back four.

Veteran Hernandez keyed FCD runPoulsen swap played down

Dynamo look to future with showcase

Saturday afternoon's Dynamo Academy Showcase was more about the possibility that a strong Dynamo Academy program can eventually begin to feed quality players into the club's first team.

Villa reveals English interestNear-misses mar strong Dynamo year

For Revs, troubled year too familiar

One year is an outlier. In the second year, a pattern starts to develop. For a New England Revolution side used to Eastern Conference supremacy, that's a troubling sign.

Five big questions for the New England RevolutionAdriano offers on table

West notes: Rapids on mend

The Colorado Rapids must still be wondering what soccer deity they ticked off when practically their entire compliment of wide midfielders was struck by a virulent injury bug late in the 2009 campaign.

Five big questions for the Colorado RapidsBilic suffers injury blow

Akron edges North Carolina in PK's to reach NCAA Final

No. 1 seed Akron advanced to the men's College Cup final after defeating North Carolina 5-4 on penalty kicks.

Virginia edges Akron for College CupPepe hit for six

Sounders FC set records in year one

Looking back on the first season for Seattle Sounders FC, so many things went according to plan that an MLS Cup almost seemed inevitable. Perhaps that is why Seattle's early exit from the playoffs stung the team so badly.

Fabiano hints at Sevilla exitWest notes: Seattle looking ahead to 2010

MLS Alums: Weekly roundup

Standout performances with Rangers have DaMarcus Beasley eyeing a place on the U.S. roster.

Riesgo eyeing Spurs switchMLS Alums: Weekly roundup

KICKIN' BACK with Jonathan Bornstein

Chivas USA and U.S. national team defender Jonathan Bornstein recently sat down for a Q&A with MLSnet.com. He also created his own photo gallery.

Pellegrini reassures GagoKICKIN’ BACK with Robbie Findley

Mansally, Nyassi called up to Gambia national team

New England Revolution teammates Kenny Mansally and Sainey Nyassi have been called up to the Gambia National Team for three friendly matches in early January.

MLS Alums: Bradley set for drawIbra won’t play friendlies

Philadelphia players meet their adoring public

The first 11 players in Philadelphia Union history had a chance to mingle with the club's already passionate fan base Tuesday night at Tir Na Nog, an Irish pub in the downtown area.

Philadelphia coach Nowak likes early rosterMessi hails team-mates

Five big questions for the New England Revolution

The New England Revolution face a pivotal offseason. Here are just a few of the questions that face the Revs ahead of the 2010 campaign.

MLS Alums: Mariner sets sailHarry rules out Ruud move

World Cup notes: Aguirre confident

Mexico coach Javier Aguirre believes his side are capable of rising to the occasion when they face hosts South Africa in the opening match of the tournament, but refused to commit himself to ruling his side in or out of contention for qualification

Pepe hit for sixSaha eyes South Africa trip

Near-misses mar strong Dynamo year

The Houston Dynamo are their own harshest critics. The team sets its standards high and those standards probably leave the players with the feeling that their 2009 season was more a year of disappointing near-misses than successes.

Ibra won’t play friendliesDynamo veterans want to return next season

Chivas players impressed by Vasquez

The 2010 MLS season doesn't start for another three months, but there is a distinct feeling of excited anticipation at The Home Depot Center.

Dominguez close to Valencia dealNew coach Vasquez familiar with Chivas USA

Veteran Hernandez keyed FCD run

Before their late-season push toward the 2009 MLS Cup Playoffs, FC Dallas needed some bite in the middle of the park. FCD head coach Schellas Hyndman filled that need in September when he brought in league veteran Daniel Hernandez.

Technical director hunt resumes for FCDPreciado pens new deal

Technical director hunt resumes for FCD

FC Dallas head coach Schellas Hyndman, who just returned from a scouting trip to Ghana, is ready to restart the process to find the squad's new technical director sooner rather than later.

Barca claim no Bojan bidsFCD’s Pearce open to position change in 2010

Virginia edges Akron for College Cup

The University of Virginia edged the University of Akron after a scoreless draw on Sunday to win the school's sixth College Cup Championship.

Ownby’s OT goal lifts Virginia past Wake ForestAdriano offers on table

MLS Alums: Mariner sets sail

The new man in the hot seat at Plymouth Argyle is the man who had been head coach under Sturrock, former New England Revolution assistant coach Paul Mariner.

Barca warn Toure’s agentMLS Alums: A world of thanks

MLS Alums: Weekly roundup

A look at the latest news and performances of former Major League Soccer standouts around the globe, including mastery on their respective ends of PKs by Tomasz Frankowski and Tim Howard.

MLS Alums: A world of thanksSilva facing month out

Garber visits Montreal to discuss future expansion

Major League Soccer Commissioner Don Garber visited Montreal Wednesday to meet with Montreal Impact President Joey Saputo and government officials to discuss possible MLS expansion into Canada's second-largest market.

Toure happy at BarcaRSL adds Thompson in MLS Waiver Draft

Five big questions for Seattle Sounders FC

With the 2009 season in the rearview mirror, here are the answers to some of the biggest questions surrounding Seattle Sounders FC as the club prepares for the 2010 season.

Perotti pens Sevilla dealWest notes: Seattle looking ahead to 2010

Five big questions for the Colorado Rapids

After a frustrating finish to the 2009 season, the Colorado Rapids might be reluctant to look back. But key questions loom as they prepare for 2010. Here are some of the biggest.

Progress, frustration mark Rapids’ 2009 seasonBig guns set sights on Canales

Progress, frustration mark Rapids' 2009 season

A season-ending loss to Real Salt Lake left a long-lingering bitter taste for the Colorado Rapids, who had been positioned to squeak into the playoffs for most of the season.

Aguero dashes exit talkTough end tinges Crew’s remarkable ‘09

Five big questions for Chivas USA

With the 2009 season completed, here are the answers to some of the biggest questions surrounding Chivas USA as the club prepares for 2010.

Five big questions for the Columbus CrewPellegrini reassures Gago

Holden honored for public service

Stuart Holden was one of 10 athletes honored for their public service as Jefferson Award finalists at the Sports, Business & Philanthropy luncheon in midtown Manhattan Tuesday afternoon.

US bid committee states its caseMessi out of derby clash

US bid committee states its case

Some two decades ago, the U.S. Soccer Federation bid for and won the right to host the 1994 World Cup after convincing FIFA to award the world's greatest sporting event to the country to help raise the awareness of the sport. Now the soccer boot is on the other foot.

Gbandi considering return to MLSMessi aims for World award

Reports: Donovan could join Everton on loan

The Los Angeles Galaxy's Landon Donovan could be heading on loan to Everton Football Club of the English Premier League as early as next month, according to various reports Thursday.

Athletic secure star youngsterSaha eyes South Africa trip

KICKIN' BACK with Robbie Findley

Real Salt Lake forward Robbie Findley recently sat down for a Q&A with MLSnet.com. He also created his own photo gallery. Enjoy kickin' back with Robbie Findley

KICKIN’ BACK with Darrius BarnesRaul unconcerned by role

Ownby's OT goal lifts Virginia past Wake Forest

Brian Ownby's golden goal in the third minute of overtime gave Virginia a 2-1 victory over Wake Forest on Friday in the NCAA men's College Cup semifinals.

MLS Generation adidas team opens tour with winBarca edge past lowly Xerez

Philadelphia coach Nowak likes early roster

Peter Nowak has assembled the makings of a decent core group in Philadelphia, and he hopes his Union club will compete in its inaugural Major League Soccer season.

Union acquire rights to Califf from DynamoPellegrini reassures Gago

Saha eyes South Africa trip

Everton forward Louis Saha hopes to be part of France's World Cup squad in South Africa.

Adriano offers on tableAfrica tour a life lesson for KC youngsters

Union acquire rights to Califf from Dynamo

Philadelphia Union have acquired the rights to U.S. national team veteran Danny Califf. The defender will join Union from FC Midtjylland in the Danish Superliga, after the club acquired his League rights in a trade with the Dynamo.

Revs legend Heaps hangs up cleats

For the 33-year-old onetime U.S. national team member Jay Heaps, retirement crossed his mind time and again as the season wound to a close.

Generation adidas concludes tour with victory

The Generation adidas team completed its South African tour with a convincing performance, defeating Ajax Cape Town 2-0 Sunday in a game held at Ajax's training ground.

Gbandi considering return to MLS

After spending the last two seasons in Norway, Chris Gbandi, the top overall pick in the 2002 MLS SuperDraft, is mulling a return to Major League Soccer.

Frei makes most of Generation adidas trip

The country of South Africa sits more than 13,000 kilometers from Toronto. So when Stefan Frei visited with the Generation adidas team, it was important to get as much out of a 12-day trip as he could.

Africa tour a life lesson for KC youngsters

Roger Espinoza and Chance Myers are not in Kansas anymore. The two spent the majority of the past two weeks traveling around South Africa as part of the Generation adidas tour.

Pappa's signing solidifies Fire midfield

Quietly efficient yet wildly enthusiastic, Marco Pappa played a key part in the offense of the Chicago Fire in 2009.

New coach Vasquez familiar with Chivas USA

For most coaches, taking the reins at Chivas USA would have been a great opportunity. For Mart

West notes: Seattle looking ahead to 2010

As Seattle Sounders FC look forward to their second season the challenges only get bigger. Sounders FC will be keen to prove they weren't one-year wonders.

FCD's Ihemelu looks to sharpen skills

Throughout his MLS career, the end of the season has always meant a trek back home for Ugo Ihemelu. However, now that he is playing for FC Dallas, the Cedar Hill, Texas resident doesn't have nearly as far to go in the offseason.

MLS Generation adidas team opens tour with win

With goals from D.C. United's Chris Pontius and the Chicago Fire's Patrick Nyarko, the MLS Generation adidas team began its South Africa tour with a 2-0 victory Monday.

MLS Alums: A world of thanks

Over in Europe the Thanksgiving holiday may be just another Thursday in November, but several teams should be giving thanks for their MLS alums.

World Cup notes: Serbians like odds

Serbia are well-placed to reach the last 16 of South Africa 2010 after they were drawn in Group D with Germany, Australia and Ghana, coach Radomir Antic said.

MLS Alums: Bradley set for draw

U.S. national team coach Bob Bradley will be in South Africa for the most important day of his career to date.

US favored to progress from Group C

Outside of getting a bye to the second round of the World Cup, it really doesn't get much better for the USA. Of the six consecutive World Cups they have qualified for since 1990, the USA find themselves as favorites to get out of Group C in one piece.

RSL, Espindola reach contract extension

Real Salt Lake announced Wednesday that FW Fabian Esp

Crew looking to refresh squad for 2010

For the second consecutive year, the Columbus Crew lost a key member of their 2008 championship team in the expansion draft when Philadelphia Union selected forward Alejandro Moreno.

Crew confident heading back to ColumbusAbidal reveals contract delight

Reis expected to miss four to six months

New England Revolution goalkeeper Matt Reis is expected to miss the next 4-6 months after undergoing successful surgery to fix an injured left rotator cuff on Tuesday.

Escude out for two weeksRevolution look for Reis to be savior

Seattle's Graham makes giving back a priority

Taylor Graham knows that when he steps off the field, his work as a leader and a role model in the community is actually just starting.

Atletico duo sign onGarber, Roth, players build playground for Seattle school

Fire pick up options on McBride, Brown

The Chicago Fire announced Wednesday that the club has picked up the options for defender C.J. Brown and forward Brian McBride.

Atletico make Sporting enquiryRSL buries Fire on PKs, advances to MLS Cup

Chivas remain proud, despite disappointment

While Chivas USA will lament their 3-2 aggregate loss to in-stadium rivals LA Galaxy in the first round of the MLS Cup Playoffs, the team still has much to celebrate from the 2009 season.

Copa del Rey round-upGalaxy, Chivas rivalry reignites in LA

Tough end tinges Crew's remarkable '09

The Columbus Crew's dream of being the first team to win back-to-back Supporters' Shields and MLS Cups in the same season ran into a buzzsaw called Real Salt Lake in the Eastern Conference Semifinal Series.

Atletico fined for coin incidentCrew know home crowd adds extra boost

Dynamo veterans want to return next season

While Dominic Kinnear might have some difficult decisions as to who stays and goes, one thing he doesn't have to worry about is the commitment to Houston from veterans.

Guardiola keen on DannyDynamo visit Sounders FC in playoff opener

Five big questions for the Columbus Crew

With the 2009 season completed, here are the answers to some of the biggest questions surrounding the Columbus Crew as the club prepares for 2010.

Crew depart Columbus for offseasonTamudo in limbo at Espanyol

FCD's Pearce open to position change in 2010

When the FC Dallas season ended -- a little abruptly -- Heath Pearce was the club's starting right back. But now with a long offseason ahead to re-evaluate, FCD head coach Schellas Hyndman is exploring the possibility of moving the U.S. international to another position.

FCD already looking ahead to 2010Puyol - Robinho not necessary

KICKIN' BACK with Darrius Barnes

New England's Darrius Barnes recently sat down for a Q&A with MLSnet.com. He also created his own photo gallery. Enjoy kickin' back with Darrius Barnes.

KICKIN’ BACK with Michael HarringtonZabaleta urges Robinho stay

RSL adds Thompson in MLS Waiver Draft

On a day where teams are used to losing a player due to the MLS Expansion Draft, Real Salt Lake became the only other team besides expansion Union to add to their roster by selecting Dynamo forward Abe Thompson in Wednesday afternoon's MLS Waiver Draft.

Guardiola keen on DannyMLS sets 2010 Expansion Draft rules for Union

Counted out, RSL never stopped

When Real entered the league as an expansion team in 2005, it was bad, really bad. The club went 5-22-5 that season. But my how things change.

Ron - Real not a one-man teamMLS sets 2010 Expansion Draft rules for Union

Galaxy notebook: Ricketts breaks hand

The disappointment was clear on the face of Los Angeles Galaxy goalkeeper Donovan Ricketts after Sunday's loss to Real Salt Lake in the MLS Cup Final.

Galaxy defense focused on task at handAlonso targets improvement

RSL faithful brave cold to honor champs

A crowd of more than 5,000 fans braved freezing temperatures Tuesday evening at Rio Tinto Stadium to honor Real Salt Lake for winning the 2009 MLS Cup.

RSL hosts Crew in first leg of semifinal matchupKaka eyes El Clasico

Five big questions for the New York Red Bulls

With the 2009 season in the rearview mirror, here are the answers to some of the biggest questions surrounding the New York Red Bulls as the club prepares for the 2010 season.

Roster mistakes cost Red Bulls in 2009Tamudo in limbo at Espanyol

Saunders puts in remarkable effort in MLS Cup 2009

For Los Angeles goalkeeper Josh Saunders, the 2009 MLS Cup Final didn't have the fairytale ending, as the Galaxy fell 5-4 to Real Salt Lake in a penalty shootout after the teams had slogged through 120 minutes tied 1-1.

RSL tops Galaxy in PKs for MLS Cup titleCopa del Rey round-up

Union excited about MLS Expansion Draft selections

Choosing the first 10 players for an expansion club in Major League Soccer is clearly a gargantuan task. Just ask Philadelphia Union team manager Peter Nowak.

MLS sets 2010 Expansion Draft rules for UnionRon - Real not a one-man team

Roster mistakes cost Red Bulls in 2009

Coming off the first-ever MLS Cup appearance, there was great optimism in the New York Red Bulls camp leading into the 2009 season.

Foreign football tempted PuyolRed Bulls meet TFC in Giants Stadium finale

RSL tops Galaxy in PKs for MLS Cup title

Goalkeeper Nick Rimando made two saves and Robbie Russell buried the winning kick in the seventh round of the penalty kick shootout, and Real Salt Lake won the first trophy in club history, defeating the Los Angeles Galaxy 5-4 after a 1-1 draw.

Copa del Rey round-upGalaxy defense focused on task at hand

Wizards left to lament frustrating year

Wizards goalkeeper Kevin Hartman is far from the only person who feels Kansas City didn't get the most out of its team as "unfulfilled potential" crept into the outer fringe of discussion soon after the 2009 campaign began.

Wizards fight to the end against UnitedBlues don’t interest Real ace

Union to select from unprotected players

Major League Soccer will hold the 2009 MLS Expansion Draft on Wednesday, Nov. 25 at 1 p.m. ET. Philadelphia may not claim more than one player from any given team plus those on the protected list.

MLS sets 2010 Expansion Draft rules for UnionRon - Real not a one-man team

RSL notes: Findley shows off quickness

Robbie Findley scored the majority of his 12 goals during the season by running past defenders. As he converted his first MLS Cup goal to draw RSL level in the 64th minute, Findley displayed his quickness in a different way.

RSL’s Findley named MLS Player of the WeekCopa del Rey round-up

LA notes: Adjusting to Qwest Field turf

L.A. plays on a natural grass surface at The Home Depot Center, and with Sunday's game at Qwest Field being played on artificial turf, the Galaxy have spent the last two days getting themselves acclimated.

Donovan, Becks preview MLS Cup 2009Milito makes return

MLS Cup 2009 notes & facts

It was the sixth MLS Cup Final to go into extra time. The LA Galaxy have played in five of them -- their record is now 2-3 (losing the first two, then winning the next two, before tonight).

Abidal pens Barca dealEx-Galaxy stars relishing playoff SuperClбsico

Garber hails 'spectacular' Seattle

As MLS Commissioner Don Garber watched as Seattle outdid itself as host city to MLS's largest spectacle, he couldn't resist capturing a snapshot or two before what he called "a memorable night for soccer in America."

Kaka living the dreamGarber, Roth, players build playground for Seattle school

Davis: LA's Becks, Donovan add sizzle to final

There's a little more buzz, just a little more jitter in the bug. The city has done a fantastic job of hugging Sounders FC close and making them feel welcome, and same for MLS by extension.

Marquez set to sign onDonovan, Becks preview MLS Cup 2009

For Williams, hurdles in rear-view mirror

On the long and winding road to his first MLS Cup Final, Real Salt Lake midfielder Andy Williams faced two significant obstacles.

RSL wins East crown, keeps good times rollingCopa del Rey round-up

Sarachan great complement to LA's Arena

Dave Sarachan has been an invaluable assistant to Bruce Arena at the college, professional and international level. These days, Sarachan is his No. 1 man with the Los Angeles Galaxy, who take on Real Salt Lake in MLS Cup Sunday.

Real refuse Portugal requestGalaxy defense focused on task at hand

Dissappointment tinges pride for Galaxy

The Galaxy had done a lot of that this season, and Landon Donovan and his teammates said they were proud with what they accomplished.

Kaka expects cup progressDonovan, Becks preview MLS Cup 2009

Donovan, Becks preview MLS Cup 2009

Landon Donovan and David Beckham of the LA Galaxy share their thoughts on playing in Sunday's MLS Cup 2009 in Seattle and the long road taken to make it to Qwest Field.

Primera Liga round-upDonovan named ‘09 Volkswagen MVP

Garber presents Gulati with Commissioner's Award

At the league's annual Gala Celebration on the eve of MLS Cup 2009, MLS Commissioner Don Garber presented the Commissioner's Award to U.S. Soccer Federation President Sunil Gulati.

Cruyff to coach CatalunyaMLS Commissioner Garber talks MLS

MLS Cup 2009 preview: LA vs. RSL

The first team to reach MLS Cup six times, the Los Angeles Galaxy will take on a team that didn't exist until the season of their last appearance in Major League Soccer's championship game - Real Salt Lake - in MLS Cup 2009.

Ron - Real not a one-man teamReal Salt Lake serious about MLS Cup bid

RSL's Beckerman: 'We came here to win'

After taking a day off Thursday to travel to Seattle, RSL trained for approximately an hour and a half in the first of its two practice sessions in the Emerald City.

Seattle ready for war in second legHughes - Robinho staying put

Donovan named '09 Volkswagen MVP

Adding another prestigious honor to his outstanding career, LA Galaxy forward Landon Donovan has been named the 2009 Volkswagen MLS MVP.

Galaxy’s Donovan faces old coach, againForeign football tempted Puyol

Garber, Roth, players build playground for Seattle school

On a cool and rainy Thursday afternoon, a group of MLS players, MLS Commissioner Don Garber and Seattle Sounders FC owner Joe Roth headed to Van Asselt Elementary School in Seattle to help build the students a playground.

Viola calm on Vargas linkSeattle ready for war in second leg

RSL buries Fire on PKs, advances to MLS Cup

Real Salt Lake survived a penalty kick shootout to advance to their first MLS Cup with a 5-4 victory against the Chicago Fire.

Primera Liga round-upFire take care of business in wet weather

MLS Commissioner Garber talks MLS

Major League Soccer Commissioner Don Garber touched on a number of subjects in a wide-ranging State of the League address with journalists from the United States and Canada on Monday afternoon.

Lopez aware of United rumoursMLS sets 2010 Expansion Draft rules for Union

Week in Review: RSL continues Cup trend

Since MLS adopted the current playoff structure, three teams that just barely slipped into the playoffs, have used the 11th-hour momentum to slingshot their way into the MLS Cup Final. That list includes the last two.

RSL wins East crown, keeps good times rollingMancini not talking to duo

Disappointment in defeat for Dynamo

The Dynamo were eliminated from the MLS Cup Playoffs after a 2-0 loss in overtime to the Los Angeles Galaxy at The Home Depot Center on a night that featured the stadium lights going out for 18 minutes in each half.

Dynamo stave off Chivas rally, earn West No. 2 seedPrimera Liga round-up

Galaxy defense focused on task at hand

All season long, the backbone of the Los Angeles Galaxy has been their defense. And if L.A. is to claim its third MLS Cup in team history, their backline is going to have to once again put the breaks on a high-octane offense, in this case that of Real Salt Lake.

Crew will play Schelotto in second legRon - Real not a one-man team

Crew depart Columbus for offseason

Instead of packing their bags for Seattle and a defense of their MLS Cup title on Sunday, Columbus Crew players said "goodbye Columbus" for the year on Tuesday.

Crew confident heading back to ColumbusKone wants first-team football

MLS sets 2010 Expansion Draft rules for Union

The League's 16th team, Philadelphia Union, will take another significant step toward building their club as the 2010 expansion side will participate in the 2009 MLS Expansion Draft on Wednesday afternoon, Nov. 25.

Mata pens new contract‘Piece of magic’ ends Sounders’ season

Sounders FC GM Hanauer faces tough offseason

Adrian Hanauer will be a busy man. Now that the first season for Seattle Sounders FC is over, the club's general manager must make some tough roster decisions before the team reconvenes for training camp.

Seattle ready for war in second legCruyff to coach Catalunya

RSL wins East crown, keeps good times rolling

Real Salt Lake snuck into the playoffs, earning their berth with a final game victory while watching a number of other results that they had no control over all go their way. And since they made it, they've been slaying the giants.

Celades, Giants Stadium end soccer careersMarquez close to new deal

MLS alum kicks into Buckeyes history

Columbus Crew Stadium and Ohio Stadium, home of the Ohio State University Buckeyes, are a mere two miles apart, but for Devin Barclay it might as well be the distant between the Earth and the moon.

Crew confident heading back to ColumbusMerida plans Gunners stay

Dynamo must employ all-around effort

The Dynamo say they will need everyone to chip in later this week against the Galaxy if they want to return to the MLS Cup Final for the third time in four years.

Galaxy turn attention to DynamoGuardiola keen on Danny

Odd West title game fitting for Galaxy

Little about the Los Angeles Galaxy's return to prominence has been simple, from having to rebuild their squad over and over again until finally finding the right combination to deal with the extended absence of superstar David Beckham.

Hughes - Robinho staying putGalaxy defeat Earthquakes, take Western Conference

Gonzalez not ready to enjoy award

Los Angeles Galaxy head coach Bruce Arena called Omar Gonzalez on Wednesday and gave him a hard time about the University of Virginia defeating Maryland, Gonzalez's college team, in the quarterfinals of the ACC men's soccer championship earlier that day. But that wasn't the only reason why Arena was on the telephone.

Atletico ready to take actionLA’s Gonzalez named top MLS rookie

Arena named 2009 Coach of the Year

The Los Angeles Galaxy's Bruce Arena won his second MLS Coach of the Year award on Wednesday and said he preferred sharing it with his players, assistant coaches and members of the organization.

Galaxy turn attention to DynamoAtletico issue Resino backing

Galaxy turn attention to Dynamo

Sunday's hard-earned 1-0 victory against Chivas USA in the second leg of the Western Conference Semifinals was everything Los Angeles Galaxy head coach Bruce Arena thought it would be.

Galaxy defeat Earthquakes, take Western ConferenceCruyff to coach Catalunya

Preki leaves Chivas by mutual agreement

Chivas USA announced today that Head Coach Preki has left the club by mutual agreement. Preki, whose contract with Chivas USA expires at the end of this year, will pursue other coaching opportunities, and Chivas USA will immediately begin its search for the club's next head coach.

Math is simple for Red-and-WhiteCruyff to coach Catalunya

Frustration still simmers for Rapids

Obviously the Rapids will need to get things right long before the 2010 campaign. They ended their training session the way they ended their season in Salt Lake, full of frustration from spinning their wheels and exhausted from working all year for a goal they couldn't grasp.

La Liga round-UpLoss clouds Rapids’ playoff picture

LA's Gonzalez named top MLS rookie

MLS announced Thursday that LA Galaxy defender Omar Gonzalez captured the 2009 Rookie of the Year award. Gonzalez started and played all 30 of the Galaxy's regular season games and helped the club improve its defense from statistically the worst in 2008 to one of the best during the 2009 season.

Llorente pens new contractGalaxy defeat Earthquakes, take Western Conference

Celebrating MLS, a world away

Soldiers deployed to foreign locations are urged to pack only essential items and leave non-essential items at home. So how did Capt. Michael McAlinden of the U.S. Marine Corps end up with a Chicago Fire flag while serving in Afghanistan?

Fire can clinch home field against RevsPandiani reveals WC ambition

Fire defense returning to full strength

Last Saturday, in the biggest game of the season at that point, when they absolutely had to keep New England out of the net, the Chicago Fire started two reserves on the back line in place of injured starters.

Real Madrid v AC Milan previewFire can clinch home field against Revs

Thorrington leaves mystery ailment in past

When John Thorrington scored for the Chicago Fire Saturday in their 2-0 Eastern Conference Semifinal Series win against the New England Revolution, it was the reward for more than two months of work to recover from an injury.

Marchena worried by injuryInjury bug again bites Revolution

Bradley names US roster for final 2009 matches

U.S. Men's National Team head coach Bob Bradley has named a roster of 22 players that will train in advance of the match against 2010 FIFA World Cup qualifiers Slovakia on Nov. 14 in Bratislava.

MLS Alums: US Soccer check-upVilla sidelined

Ching hits 'sweetest' shot of season

Brian Ching said it was one of the nicest he's ever scored. Considering how many big goals he's given the Dynamo since 2006, his game-winning goal in Sunday's 1-0 overtime win against Seattle.

‘Piece of magic’ ends Sounders’ seasonSheva shunned United and Barca

'Piece of magic' ends Sounders' season

After 210 minutes between Seattle and the Dynamo, only a Brian Ching strike stood as the difference between the first-year team and the two-time MLS Cup champions. Unfortunately for Seattle, despite having the best season an expansion club has put together since 1998, they fell by that lone strike to bring their inaugural season to a close.

Marquez close to new dealDynamo visit Sounders FC in playoff opener

Real Salt Lake hope to cash in on second chance

For a second straight year, Jason Kreis finds himself one game from competing for the MLS Cup. And while this situation is different than last season, the RSL coach said the experience of making that run last year can only be beneficial.

Salt Lake seeks first win over Red BullsNiguez has no regrets

Red-and-White come up short against Galaxy

Chivas USA were knocked out of the postseason at the conference semifinal stage for the fourth consecutive year on Sunday night, dropping a 1-0 decision to the LA Galaxy at The Home Depot Center for a 3-2 loss on aggregate in the first-ever playoff Super Cl

Ex-Galaxy stars relishing playoff SuperClбsicoMancini in Real link

FC Dallas re-signs midfielder Dax McCarty

FC Dallas has re-signed midfielder Dax McCarty, head coach Schellas Hyndman announced Tuesday. Terms of the deal were not released per team and league policy.

FC Dallas close practices to focusForlan signs new deal

Football Manager 2010 looks like best yet

Listening to suggestions from users, of which there were more than 1 million worldwide for the 2009 edition of the game, Sports Interactive and SEGA has released Football Manager 2010 with the promise that this is the best edition of the immensely popular game.

Leiweke: Beckham key for Cup hopesKone wants first-team football

Chivas midfield has Brazilian flavor

Paulo Nagamura and Marcelo Saragosa have a lot in common. They were both born in Brazil (only 620 miles apart), they both speak Portuguese, and lately, they both have been patrolling the center of the Chivas USA midfield.

Fabiano hints at Sevilla exitDynamo stave off Chivas rally, earn West No. 2 seed

Marshall surprised at defensive honor

Chad Marshall was somewhat surprised that he won a second consecutive MLS Defender of the Year award Thursday.

Atletico make Sporting enquiryMarshall hoping to be ready for second leg

Math is simple for Red-and-White

The math is simple for Sunday's second leg between the LA Galaxy and Chivas USA. A Chivas win sends the Red-and-White to the Western Conference Championship for the first time in club history.

Chivas ready for Wizards’ challengeLlorente pens new contract

Crew lose handle against RSL in second leg

Real Salt Lake scored three unanswered goals and won the game 3-2 and the two-game series 4-2 to dethrone the defending MLS Cup champions on Thursday at Crew Stadium.

Crew confident heading back to ColumbusRonaldo out of Milan clash

Seattle ready for war in second leg

Seattle Sounders FC are ready to get on with it. With the first leg of their Western Conference Semifinal Series with the Houston Dynamo, a scoreless tie, played last Thursday night, the team enjoyed a weekend off followed by an entire week of training.

Fabiano hints at Sevilla exitHouston looks for upper hand on Seattle

Crew confident heading back to Columbus

It was nearly a perfect Halloween night for the Columbus Crew, but it was a late trick by Real Salt Lake that kept the Crew from getting a treat at Rio Tinto Stadium.

Barca seek to retain MarquezRSL hosts Crew in first leg of semifinal matchup

Crew will play Schelotto in second leg

That Columbus Crew coach Robert Warzycha takes offense with the notion that it was risky not starting reigning league MVP Guillermo Barros Schelotto in the first playoff game at Real Salt Lake might be the only offense the team has shown lately.

Raul wants Euro successRSL hosts Crew in first leg of semifinal matchup

Fire chased victory in opening leg

Sunday afternoon's 2-1 first-leg defeat to the Revolution made it abundantly clear that the Fire weren't particularly interested in playing for a draw in the opening leg of their Conference Semifinal.

Atletico issue Resino backingPlayoff positioning on line for Fire

First-ever postseason SuperClбsico ends in tie

Chivas USA rallied from a goal down to salvage a 2-2 draw with the Los Angeles Galaxy on Sunday afternoon at The Home Depot Center to open their two-game Western Conference Semifinal Series.

Marchena worried by injuryDynamo stave off Chivas rally, earn West No. 2 seed

Soehn's departure leaves uncertain offseason for DC

Tom Soehn's decision not to seek an extension to his head coaching tenure at D.C. United caps a difficult year for the team and adds another question to the capital club's lengthy offseason agenda.

Cruyff to coach CatalunyaCummins leaves TFC to be closer to family

Marshall hoping to be ready for second leg

After suffering a fluke knee injury the day before Seattle Sounders FC's first playoff game, defender Tyrone Marshall is fighting to recover in time for Sunday's return leg in Houston.

Dynamo face Chivas with much at stakeMarchena worried by injury

Crew know home crowd adds extra boost

The Crew are hoping for fervent support Thursday at home in the second leg of their Eastern Conference Semifinal Series against Real Salt Lake, following a 1-0 loss in Utah on Saturday.

RSL hosts Crew in first leg of semifinal matchupMancini in Real link

Crew eye back of net for comeback

The Crew keep a simple defensive philosophy, especially on the road where positive results are harder to come by: Play to zero. Playing to zero is no longer an option if the defending champions are to stay alive.

Raul wants Euro successDefense is Crew’s stronghold

Thornton named Goalkeeper of the Year

Zach Thornton, who has been an MLS All-Star six times (1998-2001, 2003, 2009), joins Joe Cannon and Pat Onstad as one of only three goalkeepers to have won MLS Goalkeeper of the Year twice.

Quakes lack chemistry in home finaleResino axed by Atletico

KICKIN' BACK with Michael Harrington

Throughout his three-year career with the Wizards, Michael Harrington has scored 5 goals, had 9 assists and started 74 games. Harrington recently sat down for a Q&A with MLSnet.com. He also created his own photo gallery. Enjoy kickin' back with Michael Harrington.

DC standouts show off bodies for ESPNLaudrup turns down Atletico

Real Salt Lake serious about MLS Cup bid

RSL isn't apologetic about drawing the envy and complaints of other teams in the league. The Claret-and-Cobalt are not just happy to simply be playing the No. 1 seed Columbus Crew this week and next. RSL has much bigger aspirations in play than simply making a postseason appearance.

RSL hosts Crew in first leg of semifinal matchupToure plays down speculation

Movsisyan, again, brings late-game magic

It seemed fitting that Yura Movsisyan would be heavily involved in a dramatic game-winning goal in his final game at Rio Tinto Stadium.

Celades, Giants Stadium end soccer careersAlonso makes CL vow

Defense is Crew's stronghold

Reasons for the Crew's 3-4-1 record down the stretch start and end with the offense, because the defensive play has been even more stellar than last season when the Crew won the MLS Cup.

Raul wants Euro successDavis: Defense wins championships

Yallop aims to keep Quakes intact

Manager Frank Yallop believes that keeping the team together is the approach that will bring the Quakes closer to a playoff spot in 2010

Garcia eyes Tamudo respectQuakes show grit in win over Red Bulls

Dynamo visit Sounders FC in playoff opener

The Houston Dynamo begin their 2009 playoff run against Seattle Sounders FC. Sounders FC went 1-0-1 against the Dynamo during the 2009 regular season.

Guardiola keen on DannyHouston looks for upper hand on Seattle

Galaxy, Chivas rivalry reignites in LA

There were six days remaining until the Los Angeles Galaxy and Chivas USA meet in the opening round of the MLS Cup Playoffs, but a sense of anticipation already was building on Monday.

Resino axed by AtleticoEx-Galaxy stars relishing playoff SuperClбsico

Historic series a 'dream matchup' for Chivas

The last time a playoff series occurred in the USA where both teams hosted games at the same venue was in 1944, when the St. Louis Cardinals battled the St. Louis Browns for Major League Baseball's World Series crown.

Dynamo face Chivas with much at stakeFabiano hints at Sevilla exit

Fire's Blanco planning to join Veracruz

Chicago Fire star midfielder Cuauhtemoc Blanco plans to return to the Mexican Primera Division to play for Veracruz during the winter season, beginning in January.

Fire can clinch home field against RevsAtletico confirm Merida interest

RSL hosts Crew in first leg of semifinal matchup

REAL SALT LAKE v COLUMBUS CREW, Sat., Oct. 31, Rio Tinto Stadium

Clichy avoids transfer talkCrew keep faith despite loss

Revolution look for Reis to be savior

In the MLS Cup Playoffs, one key save or one soft goal can alter the outcome of the entire series. That fact is exactly why Revolution coach Steve Nicol likes having Matt Reis in between the sticks.

Possession key for Revs against FireInterest mounts in Canales

Houston looks for upper hand on Seattle

Shortly after putting away their final regular season game against Chivas USA on Sunday, the Houston Dynamo learned that they would open the playoffs on the road for a Thursday night game against Seattle Sounders FC.

Dynamo face Chivas with much at stakeSheva shunned United and Barca

Ex-Galaxy stars relishing playoff SuperClбsico

Chivas USA and the Los Angeles Galaxy certainly are no strangers to each other. Adding to the sides' familiarity with one another is the fact that Chivas USA currently have several players on their roster who have played for the Galaxy.

Dynamo face Chivas with much at stakeCruyff against long-term deals

FCD already looking ahead to 2010

FC Dallas coach Schellas Hyndman vows the start to 2010 will be different than 2009. If that occurs, it likely means the finish to 2010 will include a postseason berth.

Ahead of big game, FCD back on showLa Liga round-Up

Season-long inconsistency burns TFC

Toronto FC needed a win Saturday to keep alive its hopes of earning a first-ever playoff berth. Instead, TFC suffered its largest defeat in three years of MLS play, losing 5-0 to the New York Red Bulls -- the worst team in the league this season.

Resino axed by AtleticoSalt Lake seeks first win over Red Bulls

Chivas pleased with effort in regular season finale

While a 3-2 loss to Houston isn't the result that Chivas USA had hoped for in their final game of the regular season, the team was still happy with their performance on Sunday afternoon.

Raul wants Euro successDynamo face Chivas with much at stake

Cummins leaves TFC to be closer to family

Toronto FC announced that Chris Cummins' contract would not be renewed for the 2010 season, a decision made due to the former coach's desire to move back to his native United Kingdom to be closer to his wife and five children.

Elias Sports Bureau ‘Insider’s Edge’: Oct. 2Marquez set for Barca deal

Final piece of sod laid at Red Bull Arena

Mike Petke was there, in the stadium he'll call home next season, looking down at the last piece of beautiful Kentucky Bluegrass being laid down in Red Bull Arena Tuesday morning, but he still couldn't believe it.

Transfer talk upsets EboueCelades, Giants Stadium end soccer careers

Dynamo stave off Chivas rally, earn West No. 2 seed

The Houston Dynamo closed out their 2009 regular-season campaign in style with a 3-2 win against Chivas USA at The Home Depot Center, a result that locked up second place in the Western Conference standings.

Sheva shunned United and BarcaDynamo face Chivas with much at stake

RSL's Findley named MLS Player of the Week

Real Salt Lake forward Robbie Findley was voted Major League Soccer's Player of the Week for Week 32 of the 2009 season. Findley scored two goals in his club's 3-0 victory over the Colorado Rapids that clinched a playoff spot for the Utah club for the second straight year.

Tamudo saga rumbles onFCD defeats Rapids, continues charge

Davis: Defense wins championships

But here we are on the Monday after the final weekend of MLS regular season play, a weekend that wrote the final chapters on a positively intoxicating playoff chase. So what do we find as we put on our CSI caps and begin sorting through the battle scenes? That defense wins championships.

Alonso makes CL vowLoss clouds Rapids’ playoff picture

RSL defeats Rapids in regular season closer

Amid all complicated scenarios that could guarantee Real Salt Lake a return trip to the MLS Cup Playoffs, one constant stood out. RSL needed to win their regular season finale against the Colorado Rapids or face elimination.

Resino axed by AtleticoLoss clouds Rapids’ playoff picture

Crew show they belong on top

There had to be people wondering if the Crew would regress when Sigi Schmid left for the expansion Seattle Sounders FC after the season and Warzycha was tabbed to take over on a permanent basis.

Raul wants Euro successSounders FC try to punch ticket to dance

Galaxy defeat Earthquakes, take Western Conference

The Los Angeles Galaxy continued their improbable rise from the depths of MLS with Saturday's 2-0 victory over the San Jose Earthquakes that clinched their first Western Conference regular season title since 2002.

La Liga round-upGalaxy’s Donovan faces old coach, again

Dynamo face Chivas with much at stake

On Sunday afternoon, the Houston Dynamo will square off against Chivas USA in a game with playoff-like intensity. Both sides will be playing for home-field advantage for some portion of the MLS Cup Playoffs, both sides are coming off midweek losses and will be looking to right their ships, and both sides might also want to send a message to the other in advance of a potential playoff matchup.

Second-half surge lifts Chivas to playoffsSheva shunned United and Barca

Seattle comeback ends FCD's season

With the earlier matches breaking their way, all FC Dallas needed was a win to complete their improbable climb to the MLS Cup Playoffs.

Must-win matches loom for TFCResino axed by Atletico

Celades, Giants Stadium end soccer careers

The New York Red Bulls will play the final game of a dismal 2009 season Saturday against Toronto FC in the last soccer match played at Giants Stadium.

Red Bulls meet TFC in Giants Stadium finaleClichy avoids transfer talk

Wizards fight to the end against United

One of the questions facing the Kansas City Wizards entering the team's final game of the 2009 season was whether focus and intensity would be an issue for a group that already knew its season was over. The answer was a resounding no.

Chivas ready for Wizards’ challengeAtletico issue Resino backing

Rookie Ring resumes training with Quakes

For Brad Ring, a hip injury wiped out what he had hoped would be his inaugural season in MLS, and only now has he been cleared to resume training with his San Jose Earthquakes teammates.

Marchena worried by injuryQuakes lack chemistry in home finale

Rapids sit one win away from postseason

A Colorado Rapids win and they will be in the playoffs. A Real Salt Lake win and the Utah team is still looking at the stars aligning to get into the postseason.

Raul delighted with recordLoss clouds Rapids’ playoff picture

Galaxy's Donovan faces old coach, again

There are number of intriguing points of interest regarding Saturday's game between the Los Angeles Galaxy and San Jose Earthquakes at The Home Depot Center.

Leiweke: Beckham key for Cup hopesHenry blow for Barca

Crew clinch second straight Supporters' Shield

The Columbus Crew clinched its second consecutive Supporters' Shield on Thursday night by virtue of Chivas USA's 1-0 loss to the Chicago Fire.

Chivas chase league’s top markAtletico issue Resino backing

Red Bulls meet TFC in Giants Stadium finale

The curtain will come down on a slice of soccer history when the last game is played at Giants Stadium as the New York Red Bulls take on Toronto FC.

Clichy avoids transfer talkLoss embodies difficult year for Red Bulls

Fire take care of business in wet weather

The Fire, needing a win or draw against Chivas in the final game of the regular season to advance to the MLS Cup Playoffs, benefited from an own goal on the end of their 14th corner kick of the game.

La Liga round-UpPlayoff positioning on line for Fire

Win turns FC Dallas into serious contenders

In a battle of two sides looking to qualify for the 2009 MLS Cup Playoffs, FC Dallas got goals from both of their starting central defenders to hand Colorado a 2-1 defeat.

La Liga round-upFCD defeats Rapids, continues charge

TFC's Guevara feeling good for Honduras

Honduras captain and Toronto FC midfielder Amado Guevara couldn't be happier that his country will get an opportunity to play in the 2010 World Cup in South Africa.

Espanyol line-up DominguezMLS Alums: Parreira’s second chance

Revolution ready for battle with rival Fire

With a playoff berth seemingly on the line and the opportunity to draw level with the Fire in second place in the Eastern Conference, the Revs will likely need to find a way to win a match similar to the tight and combative one lost to Columbus last week.

La Liga round-upPlayoff positioning on line for Fire

Crew keep faith despite loss

There was no negativity, no hanging heads for the Columbus Crew after losing a 1-0 decision to D.C. United on Saturday night at rain-soaked RFK Stadium.

Sheva shunned United and BarcaNew ‘keeper lifts United past Crew

United draw Toluca, must wait on fate in Champions League

D.C. United failed to make history Tuesday night. Their chance to become the first Major League Soccer to win on Mexican soil was spoiled by Israel Lopez's second-half penalty kick.

Sheva shunned United and BarcaFive-a-side: What’s hot around the league

Loss clouds Rapids' playoff picture

However, the Rapids fell 2-1 to Dallas, a result that makes their regular season finale at Real Salt Lake next weekend a do-or-die affair.

FCD defeats Rapids, continues chargeReal Madrid v AC Milan preview

Possession key for Revs against Fire

New England Revolution coach Steve Nicol pointed to his side's lack of quality on the evening as one of the principal reasons for last Saturday's 1-0 defeat to Columbus.

La Liga round-upLackluster attack hurts Revs in defeat

Red cards continue to hurt Dynamo

Three things stand out following the Houston Dynamo's 0-0 draw against the Los Angeles Galaxy on Sunday afternoon at Robertson Stadium.

Dynamo edge Monterrey in Charities CupSheva shunned United and Barca

Ahead of big game, FCD back on show

In the days leading up to Saturday's match at Pizza Hut Park against Colorado, FC Dallas head coach Schellas Hyndman looked to keep his club focused by closing practice to the public and media.

Iniesta set for new dealFC Dallas close practices to focus

FCD defeats Rapids, continues charge

In what was all but a must-win game for both clubs, FC Dallas got goals from a pair of defenders for a 2-1 victory against Colorado. FCD got goals from George John in the fourth minute and Ugo Ihemelu in the 66th before the Rapids got their lone goal from Pat Noonan in the 71st minute.

La Liga round-upLoss embodies difficult year for Red Bulls