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August 23, 2006

Soccer 365 Q & A with J Bornstein

(Soccer365.com) - When most MLS fans saw that Chivas USA's Jonathan Bornstein had been named the league player of the month for July the reaction pretty much everywhere was, "Who?". But this rookie from UCLA has made a huge impact on the 2006 season while playing several different positions. He talks with Soccer365's Lars Lifrak about his impressive debut, how he switches positions so easily and his hopes to play on the National Team.

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Lavolpe Takes Over Bocas Reins

(Soccer365.com) - Erstwhile Mexico manager Ricardo Lavolpe was presented as boss at Boca Juniors, where he will succeed new Argentina coach Alfio Basile.

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August 17, 2006

Guevara Likes Arena Influence

(Soccer365.com) - Following a scoreless home draw with D.C. United, New York midfield ace Amado Guevara gave thumbs up to new coach Bruce Arena’s first outing in charge.

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Mapp Relief After Slump Buster

(Soccer365.com) - Chicago flank attacker Justin Mapp felt a bit of weight come off his shoulders after his one goal, two assist performance sparked a 3-0 win over Kansas City on Wednesday night.

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Ellinger: We’re Road Warriors Now

(Soccer365.com) - Real Salt Lake coach John Ellinger was struck by their reversal of fortune after rallying to defeat hosts Columbus 2-1 on Wednesday night.

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August 11, 2006

Real Madrid-DC United Photo Journal

Qwest Field
Photos from the Real Madrid - DC United exhibition match in Seattle on Wednesday night (8/9/06).

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August 10, 2006

365 Q & A with Eskandarian

(Soccer365.com) - With the DC United in Seattle to take on Real Madrid, Soccer365's Lars Lifrak had a chance to catch up with Alecko Eskandarian. The United striker answered questions about facing three big named teams in one summer, his hopes of playing for the U.S. National team and the somewhat contriversial celebration after the MLS All-Star game.

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Barça Stage Late Houston Rally

(Soccer365.com) - Barcelona netted three times in the final five minutes to gain a 4-4 share with Club América in Houston on Wednesday night.

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United Hold Galacticos At Ones

(Soccer365.com) - D.C. United fired a quick reply equalizer and held on to draw Spanish giants Real Madrid 1-1 in Seattle on Wednesday night.

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August 09, 2006

Kobe Dreams Of Soccer

(Soccer365.com) - With three NBA Championships to his credit with the Los Angeles Lakers it is hard to think of Kobe Bryant asking what if. What if he and some of the other great athletes in the NBA had grown up with a soccer ball rather than a basketball bouncing around the house?

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Djorkaeff Makes Red Bull Return

(Soccer365.com) - New York attacker Youri Djorkaeff is happy to have made his return from a month-long leave to be with his ailing mother in France.

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Toni Resigned To Fiorentina Stay

(Soccer365.com) - Hot transfer topic Luca Toni has announced that he will spurn his suitors and give his all to Fiorentina this season.

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United Ship Quaranta To Far Off Galaxy

(Goal.com) - MLS-leading D.C. United sent forward Santino Quaranta to the Los Angeles Galaxy on Tuesday in exchange for a partial allocation and a conditional pick in the 2008 MLS SuperDraft.

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August 08, 2006

Galaxy Sign Jazic

(Goal.com) - Canadian international defender Ante Jazi has signed with the Los Angeles Galaxy as a senior international.

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August 02, 2006

Harkes Joins Arena's Staff at Red Bull

(Goal.com) - Former U.S. captain John Harkes has left his front office post with D.C. United to assume a role as an assistant coach under Bruce Arena at the New York Red Bulls.

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July 31, 2006

Conway: "Houston Best Team in the League"

(Goal.com) - New York Red Bulls goalkeeper Jon Conway hailed Houston Dynamo as the top team in MLS following Saturday night's 1-1 draw at Robertson Stadium.

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Fulham Interest In Onyewu

(Soccer365.com) - With the start of the Premiership season around the corner, Fulham are looking to bolster their defense and have reportedly made a £2.5m offer to Belgian club Standard Liege for USA World Cup defender Oguchi Onyewu.

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July 27, 2006

365 Q & A with Kenny Cooper

(Soccer365.com) - FC Dallas forward Kenny Cooper has made a big impact in his first season in the MLS. After spending the last few years with Manchester United, he's back home in Texas. At just 22 years old he's second on his team in goals scored and he's a big factor in the Hoops success so far this season. Soccer 365's Lars Lifrak talks with him about his return to the United States and his days playing with Ruud, Rio and Timmy.

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Rapids Satisfied By Gutsy Win

(Soccer365.com) - Colorado coach Fernando Clavijo was proud of the determination shown by his side in a slim win over Houston on Wednesday night.

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July 26, 2006

McBride Retires From Int'l Football

(Goal.com) - Fulham's American striker Brian McBride has followed in the footsteps of Manchester City's American midfielder Claudio Reyna and has retired from international football following the 2006 World Cup.

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July 20, 2006

Celtic Draw Thrills Parkhurst

(Soccer365.com) - In the aftermath of a spirited draw with Scottish champs Celtic, New England defender Michael Parkhurst exclaimed that his was a great day for the players, the team and the fans.

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July 18, 2006

Arena Named New Red Bulls Coach & Sporting Director

(Goal.com) - Bruce Arena, who just learned last Thursday he would not be offered a new contract by US Soccer after a two-World Cup cycle run, was named Red Bull New York's new sporting director and head coach on Tuesday morning. Arena will oversee all of the club's soccer operations, including the first team, reserve and academy teams and youth development.

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July 17, 2006

365 Q & A with Jeff Cunningham

(Soccer365.com) - After the excitement of the World Cup it is back to MLS action. Soccer 365’s Don Cuddy was in Gillette stadium on Friday night and saw a Jeff Cunningham goal worthy of the biggest stage and spoke to the forward about the goal, his impression of the U.S.’ World Cup performance, Real outlook and more…

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Dowie Hope For Gibbs: November

(Soccer365.com) - Charlton boss Iain Dowie says he is crossing his fingers that US defender Cory Gibbs can be at his service shortly after Halloween.

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July 14, 2006

Arena's Contract Won't Be Renewed

(Goal.com) - US Soccer (USSF) president Sunil Gulati announced today that Bruce Arena would not be offered a new contract as head coach of USA once his contract expires in December.

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June 06, 2006

Johnson Eyes European Adventure

(Soccer365.com) - U.S. striker Eddie Johnson says he is ready to continue his career abroad in order to raise his game.

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Voice of the Fan: AMERICAN SEND-OFF

Voice of the Fan
The USA national team has wrapped up its stateside preparation and set up base in Germany. Can the results of their Send-Off Series be used to predict of their chances in the World Cup? G6 Journal's Heath Young takes a look...

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May 31, 2006

365 Q & A with Brian Carroll

(Soccer365.com) - With a win against Kansas City over the weekend, the D.C. United opened up a 5 point lead for first place in the East. Soccer 365's Lars Lifrak spoke with midfielder Brian Carroll about his team's quick start, playing the "least glamorous position" in soccer, and his favorite places to see in our nations capital.

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May 30, 2006

McBride Header Edges Latvia

(Soccer365.com) - The US national team heads to Germany with a good with a winning spirit after the 1-0 over Latvia in East Hartford.

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May 26, 2006

Gibbs Scratched, Berhalter In

(Soccer365.com) - Berhalter steps in for the injured Gibbs in Germany.

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May 25, 2006

Reyna Hamstring Scan Looks Good

(Soccer365.com) - U.S. captain Claudio Reyna received good news on Wednesday morning after an MRI.

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May 24, 2006

Ruiz Leads FCD Past Red Bulls

(Soccer365.com) - Carlos Ruiz led the FC Dallas comeback victory as he set up a goal and scored the winner.

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May 23, 2006

International Friendly Preview: USA v. Morocco

(Goal.com) - USA (#5 FIFA Rank) v. Morocco (#36 FIFA Rank)
When: 7 pm ET, Tuesday, May 23, 2006
Where: The Coliseum, Nashville, TN

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May 22, 2006

DeMerit: Team Made The Effort

(Soccer365.com) - Watford defender Jay DeMerit was over the moon after helping the club earn a return to the Premiership with a 3-0 win over Eddie Lewis and Leeds United in Cardiff.

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Camp ends, Send-Off series begins for U.S.

Cary, NC (Sports Network) - With the June 9th start to the 2006 FIFA World Cup quickly approaching, the U.S. Men's National Team is leaving the training field for the final three friendly matches before the tournament.

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MLS Report: Thiago Leads Chicago Past Houston

(Goal.com) - Chicago, New York, Dallas, Salt Lake and Colorado all winners last weekend in MLS.

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May 17, 2006

MLS Well Represented At World Cup

(Soccer365.com) - No less that 15 Major League Soccer players will be representing their countries in Germany '06. Not all from the US.

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May 09, 2006

Soccer365 Q & A with Tony Lochhead

(Soccer365.com) - New Zealand native Tony Lochhead joined the Revs as a senior international in September last year and has been making his mark since that time. Soccer 365’s Don Cuddy caught up with the well- traveled Kiwi last week and spoke to him about playing in the U.S., time wtih the national team and more...

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Ching Named MLS Player of the Month

(Soccer365.com) - Houston striker, Brian Ching was honored by the MLS as its top player for April.

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May 08, 2006

Revs Get Well Against L.A.

(Soccer365.com) - New England, Houston, Colorado and Salt Lake earned MLS victories on Saturday.

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Wambach Treble Upends Japan

(Soccer365.com) - Abby Wambach's hat trick gives the US Women a 3-1 comeback victory over Japan.

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May 05, 2006

Romário Chasing 1000-Goal Mark

(Soccer365.com) - Romario looking to emulate Pelé and Arthur Friedenreich in natting 1000 goals.

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Albright In For Injured Hejduk

(Soccer365.com) - Galaxy stopper to step in for Hejduk who is out with torn ACL.

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May 03, 2006

Arena Finished With Job Two

(Soccer365.com) - U.S. National Team coach Bruce Arena couldn’t be blamed if he took a sigh of relief after revealing his 23-man World Cup 2006 roster on Tuesday evening.

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MLS Well Represented On U.S. Roster

(Soccer365.com) - The majority of Bruce Arena's Germany 2006 squad have been a part of the emerging Major League Soccer.

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Arena Names World Cup Roster

ching makes the WC squad
(Soccer365.com) - The US national team World Cup '06 squad is set for Germany with three more friendlies to play in May.

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May 01, 2006

Nowak Unsure Over Disallowed Goal

(Soccer365.com) - D.C. United coach Peter Nowak says he thought midfielder Joshua Gros should not have been ruled offside on a potential game winner against FC Dallas this weekend, but admits he may not have had the best view.

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Rapids Beaten by Early Score

(Soccer365.com) - For the fourth time in as many games so far this season, Colorado watched their opponent score in the first 15 minutes then hold the Rapids at bay to deny them a victory.

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MLS Report: Donovan Keeps It Real in Salt Lake

(Goal.com) - Galaxy edge Salt Lake away 3-2 as Wiz and Dynamo nail down key victories.

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Rolfe Strike Dooms Revolution

(Soccer365.com) - Thiago and Rolfe goals spark comeback as the Fire downed the Revs Saturday.

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April 28, 2006

Cherundolo To Remain At Hannover

(Soccer365.com) - US national team defender Steve Cherundolo has decided to stay with German Hannover 96 despite interest from multiple Premiership sides.

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April 26, 2006

Argentina: Clausura Blows Up Over Refereeing

(Goal.com) - Some appalling refereeing rocked the second part of the Argentinean league after River Plate were clearly prejudiced by the man in black, whereas arch-rivals Boca Juniors saw their crucial away win over Vélez Sarsfield sealed by a controversial whistle.

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Revs Lose Leonard For Season

(Soccer365.com) - New England Revolution midfielder Marshall Leonard out for season after surgery.

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April 25, 2006

Canetti Resigns Red Bull Post

(Soccer365.com) - General Manager Chris Canetti leaves Red Bull New York.

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April 24, 2006

Hahnemann Named PFA Keeper Of Year

(Soccer365.com) - Reading star Marcus Hahnemann has been honored by the Professional Footballers’ Association as the Coca-Cola Championship Keeper of the Year.

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Rapids Swap Peguero For Martins

(Soccer365.com) - Rapids get Brazilian Martins for Peguero and draft picks in trade with Red Bull New York.

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April 21, 2006

U.S. U-17's Settle For Wales Draw

(Soccer365.com) - The United States Under 17 national team earned an away draw at Wales.


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April 20, 2006

'Nats Climb To 4th In FIFA Rankings

(Soccer365.com) - The US National Team received its highest FIFA World Ranking ever.

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April 19, 2006

Chelsea Headed Stateside Again

(Goal.com) - England champions Chelsea will be announced as the opponents of the MLS All-Stars at a press conference near Chicago on Thursday.

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April 18, 2006

Galaxy Enjoy Derby Atmosphere

(Soccer365.com) - Los Angeles coach Steve Sampson was especially delighted by the fans.

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April 17, 2006

Lalas to Leave New York

(Goal.com) - Current New York Red Bulls president and general manager Alexi Lalas is set to part ways with the Big Apple club to take over at the Los Angeles Galaxy, sources inside the Red Bulls organization have confirmed to Goal.com.

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Galaxy Enjoy Derby Atmosphere

(Soccer365.com) - Los Angeles coach Steve Sampson was not only pleased with his club’s performance in a weekend victory over cross-town rivals Chivas USA, but also enjoyed the setting created by both clubs’ fans.

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Gansler Salutes Perfect Wizards

(Soccer365.com) - Kansas City coach Bob Gansler was proud of his side for following their game plan against New England, which allowed them to remain the league’s only 100% outfit.

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Saturday's MLS Roundup

(Soccer365.com) - Galaxy win LA Derby while Wizards remained perfect.

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April 14, 2006

Goal.com Exclusive: John O'Brien Goes Dutch

(Goal.com) - Former Ajax player John O'Brien, who had a goal and an assist at the 2002 World Cup for USA, is on the verge of making his MLS debut with Chivas USA. Goal.com's Andrew Giffen spoke to O'Brien recently about his move to MLS and about Holland's World Cup chances.

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April 13, 2006

Beckham Repeats MLS Desire

(Soccer365.com) - Real Madrid star David Beckham has once again stated his desire to work a stint in MLS.

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April 12, 2006

Barcelona announces summer tour of U.S.

New York, NY (Sports Network) - Barcelona, La Liga's top club, and Soccer United Marketing announced Wednesday that the teams will face the New York Red Bulls as part of a three game tour of the United States.

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Photo Journal - U.S. vs. Jamaica

US fans
The US men's national team squared off with Jamaica at a sold-out SAS soccer park in Cary, NC last night. A group of us from Eurosport/Soccer.com and took in the action on and off the field. Here's what we saw!

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Roberto Donadoni Speaks to Goal.com

(Goal.com) - Former AC Milan and MetroStars legend Roberto Donadoni returned to Giants Stadium this past Saturday where he was honored -- along with Pele and a host of other players -- during a pre-game ceremony before the start of the Red Bulls home opener against the New England Revolution.

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Arena Admits To Roster Dilemmas

(Soccer365.com) - U.S. boss Bruce Arena says his job of finalizing a 23-man roster for World Cup is definitely trickier this year than it was in 2002.

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April 11, 2006

Sluggish start by U.S. Men results in draw

us-jamaica draw in cary
Cary, NC (Sports Network) - There was a lot expected of the U.S. Men's National Team on Tuesday night when it walked onto SAS Soccer Park field to face Jamaica for one of its final friendly matches before the June World Cup tournament in Germany.

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Meola To Earn 100th Cap

(Soccer365.com) - When the United States men’s national team kicks off against Jamaica on Tuesday night, Tony Meola will be making history by becoming the first goalkeeper and ninth player overall to collect his 100th cap.

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Beckham Reveals American Dream

(Goal.com) - England captain David Beckham has reiterated his interest in playing in the United States.

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US v. Jamaica: What would you like to see?

Arena weighs his options
Does the US need to bounce back from Germany by winning by a large margin? Are you looking for a domestic player to step up and shine? Or are you just ready for Bruce Arena to pick a squad and get on with it? Other things to look for include:

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April 10, 2006

Pearce Happy To Have Reyna Fit

(Soccer365.com) - Despite a weekend loss to Tottenham, Manchester City manager Stuart Pearce admitted it was quite nice to have U.S. captain Claudio Reyna back in the line-up.

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Late Strike Earns Fire a Point in L.A.

(Soccer365.com) - Just when the Chicago Fire seemed certain to lose its second game of the new Major League Soccer season, the team made its Curtin call.

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MLS Team of the Week

(Goal.com) - The formation this week, 3-4-3, mirrors that of last week. Matt Reis is the only hold-over from the previous MLS Team of the Week:

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Tale of Two Halves Favors Rapids

(Soccer365.com) - Rapids fans saw a little Jekyl and Hyde routine by the home side Saturday night in Denver as the visiting Columbus Crew took an early lead, but ultimately were worn down by an excellent second-half effort by Colorado.

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April 08, 2006

Moreno leads United to first win of season

Jaime Moreno
Washington, D.C. (Sports Network) - Jaime Moreno quickly made week one a memory for Chivas USA as the forward scored two second half goals to give D.C. United a 2-0 win Saturday in their home opener at RFK Stadium.

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April 04, 2006

Razov Looks To Long Haul

(Soccer365.com) - One could excuse Chivas USA striker Ante Razov if he felt on cloud nine after MLS opening day, but the weekend two-goal hero is keeping his feet on the ground.

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Adu Of Two Minds Over Draw

(Soccer365.com) - DC United phenom Freddy Adu wasn’t sure exactly how to feel about their comeback draw against New York on Sunday afternoon.

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April 03, 2006

Cha-Ching: Houston wins big

Houston, TX (Sports Network) - Houston Dynamo's Brian Ching scored four goals to overcome the Colorado Rapids, 5-2 at Robertson Stadium.

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Chivas USA opens with a win

Carson, CA (Sports Network) - Chivas USA forward Ante Razov scored twice to hand his team a 3-0 victory over Real Salt Lake at The Home Depot Center on Sunday in Major League Soccer.

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March 31, 2006

MLS 2006 Season: Bold Predictions

MLS 2006
The 11th season of Major League Soccer kicks off this weekend. Which teams will rise to the top? What will the big story lines be? Will this be the breakout season for Freddy Adu, or will another young star grab the spotlight? Make your bold predictions here!

March 25, 2006

The Red Bull Dynamo of 1836?

red bull, 1836, dynamo
What in the name of the artist formerly known as Prince is going on the MLS? Red Bulls and Dynamos. The season starts Saturday with two new team names.

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March 23, 2006

Learning experience? U.S. thrashed in Germany

Corey Gibbs goes down, so does the US
Dortmund, Germany (Sports Network) - The U.S. Men's National Team entered Wednesday's match without many of the team's regulars, and left the match with a 4-1 loss as Germany scored four second-half goals in front of the home fans at Signal Iduna Park in Dortmund.

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March 20, 2006

New Role Delights Convey

(Soccer365.com) - Reading attacker Bobby Convey has been flying down the wing all season long, but showed some versatility playing at the head of a three-man midfield in the club's weekend draw against Wolverhampton.

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O'Brien In MLS Negotiations

(Soccer365.com) - Oft-injured ADO Den Haag midfielder John O'Brien is healthy and on his way to MLS, according to agent Rob Jansen.

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