Dynamo focus attention on retaining top spot

On Sunday afternoon, the Rapids get a chance at a little revenge as they get to play host to the Dynamo. Houston sits one point clear of the Columbus Crew for the top spot in the league and are likely more focused on home-field advantage in the playoffs.

Dynamo seeking answers after drawZokora targets Sevilla glory

Week in Review: Playoff races tighten

The top teams in each conference both went down to defeat as the race for the MLS Cup Playoffs tightened up after Week 24 of the Major League Soccer season, as five of the seven games over the weekend were decided by the single goal and a sixth ended in a goalless draw.

City beat Barca in friendlyWeek in Review: Late dramatics

Road win comes at right time for DC

A summer of frustration on the road was assuaged when the United defense made Bryan Namoff's first-half goal stand up as the only score of the game.

City beat Barca in friendlyDC making James feel welcome

Five-a-side: Out of the Frei-ing pan and into the fire

The fascinating race for Rookie of the Year will be one of the true distinguishing characteristics of MLS 2009, right up there with Seattle's remarkable club success and the Galaxy's revival as a true contender for hardware.

Fire enter crucial stretch against GalaxyLovenkrands snubs Spaniards

New England's Larentowicz an unsung hero

A training ground picture circulated this week characterizes Jeff Larentowicz in a nutshell. In the snapshot, Larentowicz is in the middle of a drill with a wrist-to-elbow blue cast on his right arm to protect the wrist he fractured on Sunday.

Week in Review: Late dramaticsSrna’s agent rules out Barca

RSL blank Chivas, move into playoff contention

Needing a full three points in the worst way, Real Salt Lake proved equal to the task against Chivas USA. RSL dominated from start to finish on Wednesday night en route to a 4-0 victory at Rio Tinto Stadium.

Negredo set for Tigers talksRSL’s Kreis: They answered the call

Home test key for DC CONCACAF hopes

Eleven years ago this month, D.C. United made North American soccer history, winning the CONCACAF Champions' Cup with a 1-0 win over Mexican champions Deportivo Toluca FC at RFK Stadium.

Kaka targeting Euro successDynamo earn point in CCL draw with Бrabe Unido

RSL, Chivas USA highlight midweek clash

A real six-pointer in the Western Conference is ahead at midweek as Chivas USA makes the trip to Rio Tinto Stadium to take on Real Salt Lake.

Negredo set for Tigers talksChivas, Red Bulls look to end losing streaks

Dynamo earn point in CCL draw with Бrabe Unido

The Houston Dynamo escaped La Chorrera, Panama Wednesday night with a point in the CONCACAF Champions League Group A standings - and their health, mostly - after a crazy game that included five red cards.

Srna’s agent rules out BarcaDraw leaves Toronto FC wanting more

Dynamo escape Panama with point

There were 11 yellow cards, five ejections and one floodlight failure in second-half stoppage time. But the only number that meant anything to the Dynamo was one, as in the number of points they escaped Estadio Agustin Sanchez in La Chorrera, Panama with following a draw.

Sevilla capture NegredoDynamo seeking answers after draw

Davis: The joy of settled defense

The train is back on the tracks in New England, where Steve Nicol's Revs have apparently corrected the injury-related skid and might be clear of the worst of their trainer's table blues.

Michel in Blues medicalDefense leading first-place Crew

Fire defense stretched thin

As Chicago Fire coach Denis Hamlett was about to state one of his favorite phrases for the season, he could not help but emit a small laugh. "I have said from day one we have a deep roster," Hamlett said with a chuckle, knowing full well his depth has been depleted greatly among defenders.

Real admit doubts over duoFire can’t find back of net against Crew

MLS Alums: Sanchez after more glory

The Madrid faithful will be hoping that their new heroes can match the performance of one of their old heroes, current Almeria boss Hugo Sanchez.

Uche to stay at AlmeriaMLS Alums: Spiderman’s new challenge

Crew blanked by Cruz Azul in CCL play

The Columbus Crew are the defending MLS Cup champions and sit atop the Eastern Conference, but they couldn't end the league's drought on Mexican soil, allowing a pair of goals inside the opening 10 minutes in a 5-0 loss to CDSC Cruz Azul.

Cadiz capture TristanReplacements step up for Crew

RSL's Kreis: They answered the call

RSL dominated Chivas from start to finish to secure a 4-0 victory at Rio Tinto Stadium on Wednesday night. Kreis thought his team set themselves up for such a timely, and convincing, win because they brought exactly the kind of emotion and intensity that had been lacking against the Revolution.

Revolution bask in ‘huge’ victoryKaka targeting Euro success

East notes: Revs' playoff push well underway

Talk about a season-altering weekend. The New England Revolution entered Thursday's game in Seattle six points out of the playoffs. They ended Sunday's game against Real Salt Lake tied for seventh place.

City beat Barca in friendlyJoseph leads Revs past Sounders FC

Fire's remarkable rally edges Rapids

Three late second-half goals by Cuauhtemoc Blanco, Mike Banner and Dasan Robinson led the Chicago Fire to an amazing 3-2 come-from-behind win against the Colorado Rapids on Sunday afternoon.

Messi double seals Barca gloryUnited battle back for win over Rapids

Houston, Seattle split points in Texas

Luis Angel Landin made his Houston Dynamo debut as a substitute Sunday night at Robertson Stadium, but his new club still could not figure out a way to beat Seattle Sounders FC.

Fabiano’s agent questions offerDynamo seeking answers after draw

DC making James feel welcome

In the lead-up to D.C. United's home match against the Los Angeles Galaxy last week, someone asked Julius James about the memories of his professional debut, a May 31, 2008 contest against the Galaxy that saw James score the game-winning goal for his team at the time, Toronto FC.

Arena proud of Galaxy’s team effortEuropean eyes on Salvio

Week in Review: Late dramatics

There was the comeback of the season in Chicago, a hat-trick hero in New England, a record-setting sigh of relief in New York and late dramatics across the landscape to highlight Week 23 of the Major League Soccer season.

MLS Alums: Spiderman’s new challengeTigers pounce for Altidore

Local connection lifts Quakes past Wizards

The San Jose Earthquakes' roster is comprised of performers from eight different countries. But on Saturday, it was three players with local ties who helped the Quakes gain a dramatic 1-0 victory over the Kansas City Wizards.

Tigers pounce for AltidoreQuakes finish homestand against KC

Dynamo seeking answers after draw

Seattle Sounders FC have the Houston Dynamo's number this year. Three matches are in the books between the teams this year, and the Orange have yet to come away with a win against the league's newest club.

Draw leaves Toronto FC wanting moreDrenthe - I don’t want to go

Wondolowski nails stoppage-time winner for Quakes

Second-half heroics have been mostly the domain of the San Jose Earthquakes' opponents this season. But in Saturday's match against Kansas City, the Quakes turned the tables.

Tigers pounce for AltidoreQuakes finish homestand against KC

Revolution bask in 'huge' victory

New England Revolution coach Steve Nicol outlined the daunting task to his team this week. Nicol, it turns out, didn't have any reason to worry.

Srna’s agent rules out BarcaFire finals-bound after gritty performance

Quakes finish homestand against KC

The San Jose Earthquakes and Kansas City Wizards meet for the second time this season in an interconference matchup at Buck Shaw Stadium.

Thomert hopes for Spain switchReds move into tie for Eastern lead

Joseph leads Revs past Sounders FC

The New England Revolution had never made the trek out to Seattle to play Sounders FC, but Shalrie Joseph made sure his club would remember its first visit.

Kaka targeting Euro successSounders FC regain mojo in LA victory

Renteria adjusting to life in new country

Emilio Renteria, a 24-year-old forward from Venezuela, was signed to a discovery contract on Wednesday by the Crew, and one of his priorities is to learn English so he can interact better with his teammates and coaches.

Fergie - PL still the bestReplacements step up for Crew

MLS Alums: Spiderman's new challenge

Walter Zenga, one of the most colorful characters in Major League Soccer history, is preparing for one of the most serious moments on the football calendar.

Negredo nears Sevilla dealCrew trying to make MLS history

Reeling Red Bulls filled with frustration

Following the immediate disappointment of the MLS Cup loss to the Crew, Dane Richards's thoughts turned to this season and the excitement it was to bring. That anticipation has turned into frustration after the Red Bulls extended their winless streak to 16 games in all competitions.

Thomert hopes for Spain switchChivas, Red Bulls look to end losing streaks

Beckham's red puts Donovan into fray

Down a goal and down a man at halftime, Los Angeles Galaxy coach Bruce Arena felt he had to bring on Landon Donovan, who earlier in the week had been diagnosed with the H1N1 virus.

Zola sweet on GudjohnsenArena proud of Galaxy’s team effort

Fire can't find goal against LA

On a muggy night before a sellout crowd at Toyota Park Wednesday, the Chicago Fire laid an egg.

A goose egg, to be exact, as in zero shots on goal.

Toffees show Lescott loveFire finals-bound after gritty performance

Fire enter crucial stretch against Galaxy

The Chicago Fire have played one less game than the rest of the Eastern Conference teams for most of the season. On Wednesday, they make up that "game in hand" when they play host to the Los Angeles Galaxy at Toyota Park.

Tigers pounce for AltidoreGalaxy mix well with returning Beckham

East Notes: Difficult journey for CCL teams

Two Eastern Conference teams kicked off their participation in the Champions League group stage on Tuesday. By starting their quest for continental glory, Columbus and D.C. also embarked upon a difficult journey that could significantly impact their domestic form over the next couple of months.

West notes: Cunningham’s own lofty standardsZokora targets Sevilla glory

MLS Fantasy Tips: Week 23

Well, if you were planning on getting two games out of Eddie Lewis, David Beckham and Tyrone Marshall this week, think again. They are all out with red cards this week for their first game of the week. Even the best laid plans sometimes don't work out, so you have to learn to be flexible.

MLS Fantasy Tips: Week 19Real admit doubts over duo

Defensive mistakes burn United in Honduras

There were clear defensive mistakes, but it was a retaken penalty kick two minutes from full time that drew Tom Soehn's ire following D.C. United's 3-1 loss to CD Marathon in the opening game of the CONCACAF Champions League group stage.

United battle back for win over RapidsFergie - PL still the best

Midfield workhorses give Dallas hope

In their 21 starts for FC Dallas this season, David Ferreira and Dave van den Bergh have played more than 3,600 minutes combined. They are the only FCD players to have started each of the 21 games this season and Ferreira currently ranks sixth in minutes played in MLS with 1,882 minutes.

Burse showing he belongs in FCD netDudek wants Alonso reunion

FC Dallas can't steal point on road

Buoyed by two consecutive wins, FC Dallas came to Crew Stadium convinced that they could be the team to end the long Columbus home unbeaten streak.

Barca set to close chequebookFire can’t find back of net against Crew

Wizards pay for lack of intensity

In the first match for the Kansas City Wizards under interim coach Peter Vermes, little seems to have changed. As had been their custom under Curt Onalfo, the Wizards created plenty of chances but got little from it in their 2-0 the Fire.

Barca admit Ribery defeatWizards impress in Gold Cup play

DC can't find spark in Toronto

The road to the 2009 MLS Cup Playoffs just got a little more difficult for coach Tom Soehn and D.C. United after Saturday's 2-0 loss to Toronto FC.

Fergie - PL still the bestReds gain confidence with key road win

Chivas, Red Bulls look to end losing streaks

A pair of teams in real need of a victory meet at Giants Stadium when the New York Red Bulls entertain Chivas USA. The Red Bulls return home to kick off a five-game stretch at the Meadowlands, riding a five-game losing streak and winless in their last 12 league games.

Toffees show Lescott loveRapids expect tough fight from Red Bulls

Sounders FC regain mojo in LA victory

You can imagine the relief after midfielder Steve Zakuani ended Seattle's 336-minute scoring drought with a goal in the 22nd minute, and Sounders FC picked up a much-needed 2-0 road victory.

Kimura taking advantage of opportunityFigo not planning return

West notes: Cunningham's own lofty standards

Supposedly, one of the prerequisites for being a successful striker is to have what is called, "a short memory." Every forward misses chances, or so the thinking goes, and the successful ones are those who forget about blown opportunities and move on to the next chance as quickly as possible.

Reds move into tie for Eastern leadFabiano happy at Sevilla

Vagenas, Schmid face familiar foe in LA

For his entire life, Pete Vagenas has called the City of Angels home. Born and raised in the Los Angeles area, he played collegiately at UCLA and spent nine years with the Los Angeles Galaxy.

Cadiz capture TristanGalaxy mix well with returning Beckham

Defense leading first-place Crew

For all the consternation about the Columbus Crew defense when it allowed 14 goals in the first eight matches, order has been restored in the universe and the team once again has become a dominant force in MLS.

Replacements step up for CrewCadiz capture Tristan

Fire's Rolfe understands midfield role

Last Sunday, Chris Rolfe scored for the Chicago Fire against the Dynamo. It was his fourth goal of the season, but first since May 24. Not a good stretch for a forward in the MLS. But as Rolfe will tell you, he doesn't play forward any more.

Tigers pounce for AltidoreFCD midfield finds stability in McCarty

FCD midfield finds stability in McCarty

After Dax McCarty was inserted into a defensive midfield role, it looked as if the 22-year-old midfielder had found his niche with FCD. He has now started 11 consecutive games at his new position, much to Hyndman's elation.

Dudek wants Alonso reunionDefensive breakdowns concern Dynamo

Defensive breakdowns concern Dynamo

For two consecutive home games, the Houston Dynamo have squandered a multiple-goal lead, allowing their opponents back into the game and creating some tension-filled final minutes.

Draw leaves Toronto FC wanting moreToffees show Lescott love

Lewis: US faces formidable foe in Mexico

Take a stadium some 7,350 feet high. Add some of the worst smog this planet has known. Mix in mid-afternoon summer heat and you have a near impossible task -- beating Mexico at Estadio Azteca.

Barca admit Ribery defeatSabah scores twice as Mexico downs Haiti

TFC roll out carpet for Real Madrid

With such legendary players as Raul, Kaka and Cristiano Ronaldo on the roster, it's hard to avoid feeling a bit star-struck at the idea of Real Madrid coming to BMO Field for a friendly against Toronto FC.

Kaka targeting Euro successDraw leaves Toronto FC wanting more

Beckham focused as hubbub fades

It has been almost a month since the Los Angeles Galaxy's David Beckham returned to southern California, and the controversy surrounding him finally appears to have lost its intensity.

Beckham reaffirms commitment to MLSCaceres seals Juve switch

Barca display brilliance in Seattle

After five training sessions in the past three days, the visiting Spanish side left no doubt Wednesday night as to why they won the UEFA Champions League last season.

Zokora targets Sevilla gloryAlonso, Scott back in fold for Seattle