Monday Kickoff: Klinsmann rules out Spurs, Muamba stable and more
By CALEB SONNELAND Already on a three-game win streak that included a 1-0 victory over Italy, Jurgen Klinsmann endeared himself to US national team fans even further. The German coach declared himself "extremely proud and privileged to be US national team coach," when asked if he would consider replacing Harry Redknapp at Tottenham Hotspur this...
Thursday Kickoff: Van Persie interests City, Arsenal agree on Podolski fee, and more
By CALEB SONNELAND You figure it had to happen sooner or later. Robin van Persie has reportedly caught the attention of big spenders, Manchester City. Manager Roberto Mancini told the press that he was keen on the Dutchman, who is enjoying the best season of his career at Arsenal with 32 goals in all competitions....
MLS Preseason Rewind: Boyd nets debut winner, Galaxy beat Revs and more
By CALEB SONNELAND Well, that didn't take long. Seven minutes, to be exact. The Portland Timbers' big summer investment looks to be a worthwhile one as Kris Boyd, the newly-acquired Designated Player, grabbed the go-ahead goal in the 7th minute of Portland's 1-0 win over Swedish outfit AIK. Boyd was on hand to head home...
MLS Preseason Recap: Red Bulls top Galaxy; Revs, ‘Caps stay unbeaten & more
By CALEB SONNELAND Goals from Kenny Cooper and Thierry Henry lifted the New York Red Bulls over the Los Angeles Galaxy Wednesday night in a 2-1 win, but it wasn't enough to see the team into the final of the Desert Diamond Cup, as the Galaxy marched to the title game by virtue of goal...
MLS Preseason Rewind: DC United tops Chicago, Le Toux nets winner, and more
By CALEB SONNELAND The 8th annual Carolina Challenge Cup is underway in Charleston, South Carolina. DC United notched the only win of the weekend with a 1-0 result over the Chicago Fire while hosts Charleston Battery salvaged a late draw with the Columbus Crew last Saturday. Signed earlier this month, DC United's new Designated Player...
MLS Preseason recap: TFC’s Silva shines, Johnson scores in Seattle debut, & more
By CALEB SONNELAND Toronto FC rookie Luis Silva drew raves heading into the 2012 MLS Draft, and is beginning to show why as he establishes himself as a real threat for TFC, which posted a 5-1 victory against South Florida in pre-season MLS action. The dynamic playmaker found himself on the score sheet early in...
MLS Preseason: Zusi, Saad lift Sporting KC, Gaven shines for Crew and more
Photo by Bill Barrett/ISIphotos.com By CALEB SONNELAND In a prelude to their season-opening match that is less than a month away, Sporting Kansas City topped D.C. United, 2-1, in Casa Grande, Ariz., Saturday on the strength of goals from Graham Zusi and Soony Saad. Zusi scored on a 34th-minute free kick, and Saad finished off...
Thursday Kickoff: Pearce named interim England boss, Molde to loan Cunningham and more
By CALEB SONNELAND & JOHN BOSCHINI Stuart Pearce will take on the seemingly poisoned chalice that is the English national team job — for now. Following the resignation of former manager Fabio Capello, the country has gone into a frenzy as the Football Association begins its search for a new coach. Until then, however, U-21...
Monday Kickoff: Wenger tempted by Henry, Liverpool faces Spurs and more
By CALEB SONNELAND Thierry Henry's return to Arsenal may last just a little longer than expected, according to manager Arsene Wenger. The French striker has enjoyed his brief loan spell at Arsenal, netting a goal in the club's 7-1 win over the weekend. After the game, Wenger revealed to the media that there's a possibility...
Morgan and Wambach lead U.S. Women past Canada
By CALEB SONNELAND Despite both sides having punched their tickets to the 2012 London Olympics, bragging rights and a No. 1 seed were on the line when the United States Women clashed with Canada last night. Thanks to the continued brilliance of Abby Wambach and young gun Alex Morgan, the United States trotted out a...
MLS Notes: FCD loans Jackson out, Sinovic re-signs with SKC and more
By CALEB SONNELAND Citing "personal reasons," FC Dallas has temporarily lost Jackson Gonçalves, as the club loaned the 23-year-old back to Cruzeiro in his native land of Brazil. Though the midfielder proved to be a large factor last season for FC Dallas, coach Schellas Hyndman believes the situation can be "mutually beneficial." Hyndman went on...
Mid-Day Ticker: Keane training with Villa, Ballon D’or to be decided and more
By CALEB SONNELAND Robbie Keane, it would seem, has already sealed his switch to Aston Villa. The Irishman, reported to be on the brink of a loan move to the Premier League club, is already training with Villa, as seen on a video on the club website. Contracted to MLS and playing with the LA...
