U.S. Women clinch last spot in World Cup
It came in atypical fashion, but the U.S. women's national team qualified for the 2011 Women's World Cup thanks to a 1-0 second leg victory over Italy Saturday afternoon. A 40th minute goal by Amy Rodriguez was all the scoring the U.S. would need, as they won the two-game aggregate 2-0. The U.S. outshot Italy...
U.S. Soccer names finalists for Athlete of the Year Awards
With 2010 nearing an end, it's about the time of year when U.S. Soccer names its list for Athlete of the Year nominations. Five players are nominated in each category, with Landon Donovan aiming to repeat after receiving the Male Athlete of the Year Award in 2009. He goes up against Carlos Bocanegra, Michael Bradley,...
Morning Ticker: UEFA to probe Real Madrid cards, Fabregas out and more
By TRAVIS CLARK Two late red cards are unusual in the late stages of any match, but in Tuesday's Champions League game, Real Madrid players Xabi Alonso and Sergio Ramos were both sent off for time wasting, earning second yellow cards. Wednesday morning, UEFA announced that they are investigating both dismissals, under the idea that...
UCL Rewind: Arsenal lose in Portugal, AC Milan goes through
By TRAVIS CLARK Just a few days after blowing a 2-0 lead at home and losing to bitter rivals Tottenham, Arsenal took to the road in hopes of quickly erasing the memories of that loss. However, Aresnal couldn't break down Sporting Braga, and two late goals from Brazilian forward Matheus earned the home side an...
Traveling fans bring spirit, flavor to MLS Cup
By TRAVIS CLARK TORONTO - Traveling a few thousands miles on short notice can be a bit of a drag. But when it's to support your respective home team in the MLS Cup final in a city you've never been to, it can sometimes be a whole new experience. Both FC Dallas and Colorado supporters,...
Garber discusses playoff changes, security issues with MLS supporters
By TRAVIS CLARK TORONTO - MLS commissioner Don Garber addressed various concerns with MLS fans Sunday morning during the 2010 Supporters Summit. Several issues were discussed during a roundtable held with fan representatives from all over the league. Garber fielded questions from both the crowd of supporters -- every team in the league appeared to...
Garber discusses playoff changes, security issues with MLS supporters
By TRAVIS CLARK TORONTO - MLS commissioner Don Garber addressed various concerns with MLS fans Sunday morning during the 2010 Supporters Summit. Several issues were discussed during a roundtable held with fan representatives from all over the league. Garber fielded questions from both the crowd of supporters -- every team in the league appeared to...
Cummings peaking as Rapids eye MLS Cup
By TRAVIS CLARK TORONTO - A successful strike partnership is an elusive weapon that few MLS teams have succeed in creating. The Colorado Rapids have been one of the few teams able to create a dangerous tandem, with Conor Casey and Omar Cummings emerging as the most effective tandem in league. That pairing hit new...
U.S. Women defeat Italy 1-0
Photo by ISIphotos.com The U.S. women left it late, but in the end got a win and a valuable away goal, defeating Italy 1-0 in Padova. Alex Morgan scored in stoppage time to send the U.S. back to Chicago with the edge. While the U.S. did well to limit Italy's chances on the offensive end...
This Weekend’s Soccer on TV (and Top 10 matches to watch)
Arsenal has been on Chelsea's trail through the Premier League season, but the Gunners could surpass the suddenly struggling Blues with a win this weekend against Tottenham in a vital London Derby. Chelsea can hold onto first place with against Birmingham, while Manchester United could pull even with Chelsea with a win and Chelsea loss....
Ferreira named MLS MVP
By TRAVIS CLARK TORONTO - Shortly after David Ferreira accepted the 2010 Major League Soccer Most Valuable Player award, he stood on the podium with the spotlight shining down upon him. The worst-kept secret in MLS was confirmed, as the 31-year-old Colombian was honored for a tremendous season. FC Dallas is set to compete in...
MLS announces Generation adidas graduates
With MLS Cup on the horizon, with it comes the conclusion of the 2010 season and a chance to look to next year. When planning for next year, a few teams with graduating Generation adidas players may have to juggle things a little bit. This week, MLS indicated those players would graduate from the program....
