MLS News

March 17, 2010

Champions League over for Crew
Heading down to play Toluca, the Columbus Crew knew that no MLS team had ever won a meaningful game south of the border. That dispirited streak didn't change on Wednesday night, as the Crew fell to Toluca 3-2.

March 16, 2010

Galaxy teammates proud of Donovan
Landon Donovan looked like his old self on Tuesday in his first practice with the club since returning from England. He ran around with his usual abandon, finished with his typical precision and basically picked up where he left off.

March 17, 2010

For Petke, things come full circle
The first time Mike Petke walked out of the Giants Stadium tunnel as a rookie in 1998, the Long Island-born defender was a platinum-blonde unknown from Southern Connecticut State University. Fast-forward 12 years and Petke is still wearing a New York kit, though plenty has changed.

Backe: Williams will soon be a head coach
Entering yet another season on the sidelines with the Red Bulls, assistant coach Richie Williams has seen plenty. Along with death and taxes, Richie Williams on the sidelines for the club is as close to a constant as you will find in this world.

Seattle signs Colombian prospect Montaño
With the core of the team secured for the 2010 season, Seattle Sounders FC have cast an eye to their future by adding 18-year-old prospect Miguel Montaño. The Colombian striker did not practice Tuesday but is expected to take the field Wednesday.

Crew face uphill battle in Champions League
Columbus will have to overcome several obstacles if it is to advance to the semifinals. Foremost is the score. While the Crew was pleased to rally from a 2-0 second-half deficit in the first leg, Toluca can feel good about having scored two away goals that could be the tiebreaker.

March 16, 2010

Can Jermaine Jones heal in time for World Cup?
Schalke midfield general Jermaine Jones is busy easing his way back into training and is plotting his return before season's end. With the Miners set to close up shop May 8 at Mainz, Jones has seven weeks and change to hit his target.

US to play Australia in final World Cup tune-up
The United States will play Australia on June 5 in Roodepoort, South Africa, one week before playing its first match of the 2010 FIFA World Cup. Kickoff at Ruimsig Stadium in suburban Johannesburg is set for 2:30 p.m. local time, and the match will be broadcast live on ESPN2.

Galaxy players concerned for Beckham
The Galaxy returned to the practice field on Tuesday with decidedly mixed emotions. While happy to welcome back Landon Donovan, for every joke about their captain's pale complexion there were concerns for fallen teammate David Beckham.

Torres reveals World Cup hopes and worries
Jose Torres sat out last week's first leg of the Champions League quarterfinal series, but fans of the young Mexican-American need not worry. The day off wasn't indicative of a drop in form. Torres has just been a busy man of late.

Fire, de los Cobos still seeking left back solution
Thought the Fire had their left back issue sorted out? Think again. Despite acquiring left back Krzysztof Krol via loan in January, head coach Carlos de los Cobos has his eye on another potential replacement for former stalwart Gonzalo Segares.

A trialist once more, Purdy fights for roster spot
Steve Purdy's 2009 season with FC Dallas was a pretty tough initiation. After initially earning a spot in Schellas Hyndman's back four and making five appearances, Purdy struggled with injuries the rest of the year. FCD released him, but now he's back on trial.

March 15, 2010

LA Galaxy issue statement on midfielder David Beckham
The following statement is from LA Galaxy General Manager and Head Coach Bruce Arena regarding midfielder David Beckham, who injured his left Achilles' tendon during AC Milan's 1-0 win over Chievo Verona on Sunday.

March 12, 2010

Chicago Fire sign forward Collins John
The Chicago Fire Soccer Club announced Friday that it has signed 24-year old Dutch forward Collins John. The former Fulham striker and Brian McBride teammate has been on trial with the club since February 4.

Vasquez happy with defensive progress
Much has been made about Chivas USA's renewed dedication to attacking soccer in 2010, and rightfully so. The team has scored an impressive 30 goals in 13 preseason scrimmages and boasts a strong 7-2-4 record during that time.

East notes: Ream impressing Backe
New York Red Bulls defender Tim Ream laid the foundation for his rookie campaign during his youth career as a standout for noted St. Louis soccer factory Scott Gallagher S.C.

Dynamo re-acquire Serioux from Toronto FC
The Houston Dynamo have acquired defender/midfielder Adrian Serioux from Toronto FC in exchange for a third-round draft pick in the 2011 MLS SuperDraft, it was announced Friday.

Cunningham, Wallace return to roots
For two members of Schellas Hyndman's squad -- forward Jeff Cunningham and defender/midfielder Anthony Wallace -- a trip to Tampa, Fla. represents a homecoming of sorts.

Sounders FC fall to Timbers in friendly
Despite dominating play, the Seattle Sounders FC fell to the Portland Timbers, 1-0, in the Community Shield preseason friendly match on Thursday night before a crowd of 18,606 on the Xbox Pitch at Qwest Field.

Dynamo tie Fire 1-1 in scrimmage at HBU
The Houston Dynamo and Chicago Fire played to a 1-1 scrimmage tie Thursday night before an overflow crowd at Sorrels Field on the campus of Houston Baptist University.

March 11, 2010

Chivas USA sign Costa Rican international Michael Umana
Chivas USA announced on Thursday that it has signed Michael Umaña, a Costa Rican defender and veteran of the 2006 World Cup, as an international player.

RBNY acquires veteran Carl Robinson
Red Bull New York announced today that it has acquired former Welsh National Team midfielder Carl Robinson from Toronto FC in exchange for a fourth round selection in the 2011 MLS SuperDraft.

Kelley bidding to stick with FC Dallas
With Dario Sala and fellow veteran Kevin Hartman battling for the starting spot in goal, up-and-comer Josh Lambo likely going out on loan to a USL side, an opportunity still exists for FC Dallas trialist 'keeper Sean Kelley.

Midfielder Sasha Victorine retires
Midfielder Sasha Victorine, a Southern California native and UCLA graduate, has retired from professional soccer after ten seasons in MLS.

Arena pleased with Galaxy performance
The Los Angeles Galaxy remained unbeaten after passing their first real test of the preseason in a 1-0 victory over Costa Rica's Puntarenas FC in an international friendly on Wednesday at Cal State Fullerton.

Galaxy edge Puntarenas in friendly
The Los Angeles Galaxy continued their unbeaten preseason with a 1-0 victory over Puntarenas FC of Costa Rica in an international friendly on Wednesday at Cal State Fullerton.

Kljestan, Bornstein to serve as co-captains
With just more than two weeks to go before the kickoff of the season, Chivas USA head coach Martín Vásquez Wednesday said Sacha Kljestan and Jonathan Bornstein will likely serve as the club's co-captains for the year.

March 10, 2010

MLS Alums: Merseyside's hero
Landon Donovan has settled a big issue while on loan: he can play with Europe's big boys.

MLS Alums: Weekly roundup
A look at the latest news and performances of former Major League Soccer standouts around the globe, including standout performances for club and national team by Carlos Bocanegra.

Earthquakes defeat Tottenham Hotspur 1-0 Wednesday
The San Jose Earthquakes defeated Tottenham Hotspur's development side 1-0 on Wednesday at Spurs Lodge in Chigwell, London.

Alston hoping for future US opportunities
Fate didn't want New England Revolution defender Kevin Alston to earn his first cap with the United States national team this winter.

FC Dallas taking training to Tampa
FC Dallas on Wednesday departed for Tampa, where the club will spend the next six days, taking on USSF D-II Pro League side Tampa Bay Rowdies on Friday, then squaring off with MLS expansion club Philadelphia Union on Sunday.

Lenhart lets play do talking in draw with Toluca
Steven Lenhart's knowledge of a second language came in useful a few times during the hard-fought first leg of the CONCACAF Champions League quarterfinal Tuesday at Crew Stadium against Mexico's Toluca.

March 9, 2010

Lenhart's double earns Crew draw
Toluca scored twice before the half but Steven Lenhart countered in the second half to lead the Columbus Crew back to a 2-2 tie in the first leg of their CONCACAF Champions League quarterfinal series.

Hartman boosts FCD goalkeeping depth
The FC Dallas goalkeeping ranks added a big name with Monday's announcement that club had signed 35-year-old goalkeeper Kevin Hartman, most recently of the Kansas City Wizards.

Dynamo sign 18-year-old Houston native
The Houston Dynamo have signed Dynamo Academy product Francisco Navas Cobo to a developmental contract.

March 8, 2010

FC Dallas acquires goalkeeper Kevin Hartman
FC Dallas has acquired Hartman in a trade with the Kansas City Wizards, sending them a second round selection in the 2012 MLS SuperDraft.

Galaxy ready to meet Puntarenas
The Los Angeles Galaxy continue their preseason preparations on Wednesday night at Cal State Fullerton's Titan Stadium, where they will host Costa Rican side Puntarenas FC in an international friendly.

Earthquakes knock off EPL side West Ham United 2-0
The San Jose Earthquakes defeated Barclays Premier League side West Ham United 2-0 on Monday at Upton Park in London.

Crew set to face Toluca in first leg of CCL quarterfinals
As the Crew prepare to face Toluca on Tuesday, the weather, and absence of key players will not be in Columbus' favor.

Union sign Colombian Roger Torres on loan
Philadelphia Union today announced the signing of Colombian midfielder Roger Torres on loan from América de Cali of the Columbian First Division.

Nyarko leads Fire past FC Dallas, 3-0
Returning stateside from a week-and-a-half stint in Guadalajara, Mexico, the Chicago Fire also returned to their winning ways Sunday afternoon with a resounding 3-0 win over MLS foe FC Dallas.