C.J. Sapong scored the equalizer two minutes after Philadelphia gave up a goal and the Union tied Toronto FC 2-2 on Saturday. Sapong took a perfect feed from Fabian Herbers that left him one-on-one with goalkeeper Clint Irwin.
Category: US Soccer
Real Monarchs announce four signings, defeat VC Fusion 2-1
Real Monarchs SLC had a busy day on Wednesday announcing the signing of GK Andrew Putna , DF Kyle Curinga , MF Karsten Hanlin and FW Skyler Milne to USL contracts before taking the field against PDL side Ventura County Fusion in the first of three matches during the California portion of their spring training. The Monarchs came out of the match with a victory on goals by Chase Minter who finished a nice through ball from Sebastian Vasquez in the 33rd minute and Charlie Adams who curled a nice set piece kick into the top corner at around the 66th minute.
Kei Kamara rapped with Vanilla Ice
It’s not every day that you run into a celebrity, let alone 90’s pop star Vanilla Ice, but that’s what happen to Kei Kamara this past Saturday. The New England Revolution striker was on a pregame walk when he ran into the rapper who once wowed audiences with his hit song “Ice Ice Baby.”
S2 looked pretty rough in first public scrimmage
Half a week into preseason is a little early for an non-intrateam scrimmage but one would still expect Sounders FC 2 to be competitive against a college team. They were unable to pull that off against Seattle University and were outmatched across much of the field.
S2 looked pretty rough in first public scrimmage
Half a week into preseason is a little early for an non-intrateam scrimmage but one would still expect Sounders FC 2 to be competitive against a college team. They were unable to pull that off against Seattle University and were outmatched across much of the field.
Clint Dempsey opens up in interview, like he rarely has before
Over my eight years covering the Seattle Sounders , there probably hasn’t been a more frustrating player to interview than Clint Dempsey. It’s not that he’s a bad interview, per se, it’s that he rarely provides anything approaching real insight.
Godoy’s early goal lifts Earthquakes over Impact 1-0
Anibal Godoy scored early and the San Jose Earthquakes beat the Montreal Impact 1-0 on Saturday night in a Major League Soccer opener Godoy’s early goal lifts Earthquakes over Impact 1-0 Anibal Godoy scored early and the San Jose Earthquakes beat the Montreal Impact 1-0 on Saturday night in a Major League Soccer opener Check out this story on USATODAY.com: http://usat.ly/2lrRSvV SAN JOSE, Calif. – Anibal Godoy scored early and the San Jose Earthquakes beat the Montreal Impact 1-0 on Saturday night in a Major League Soccer opener.
USA vs. England SheBelieves Cup live stream: Time, TV schedule and how to watch online
The United States women’s national team faces England this afternoon in the second leg of the SheBelieves Cup. The USWNT won 1-0 against Germany last Wednesday, and the team will face France on Tuesday at RFK Stadium.
Timbers beat Minnesota 5-1, spoiling expansion team’s debut
Portland Timbers’ Sebastian Blanco works with the ball against Minnesota United’s Justin Davis in an MLS soccer match Friday, March 3, 2017, in Portland, Ore. Portland Timbers’ Lawrence Olum watches in the background as his shot soars above teammate Liam Ridgewell and into the net for Portland’s first goal against Minnesota United in an MLS soccer game Friday, March 3, 2017, in Portland, Ore.
Timbers beat Minnesota 5-1, spoiling expansion team’s debut
Portland Timbers’ Sebastian Blanco works with the ball against Minnesota United’s Justin Davis in an MLS soccer match Friday, March 3, 2017, in Portland, Ore. Portland Timbers’ Lawrence Olum watches in the background as his shot soars above teammate Liam Ridgewell and into the net for Portland’s first goal against Minnesota United in an MLS soccer game Friday, March 3, 2017, in Portland, Ore.
Revs being patient with DP Xavier Kouassi
The New England Revolution are expecting big things from midfielder Xavier Kouassi, even if he isn’t ready for 90 minutes during week one. Kouassi signed as a Designated Player on Feb. 1, 2016, though he wouldn’t be eligible to join the Revs until his contract with Swiss side FC Sion expired in the summer.
Final season at RFK starts Saturday
Talk of building a permanent home for D.C. United has surrounded the club since Ben Olsen broke through as a frenetic rookie in 1998. For nearly two decades, the player-turned-coach has witnessed a number of promising leads on the stadium front.
Reviewing 2016 Big D Soccer Staff Predictions
It is time to look back at our predictions from last year and sass the individuals for their poor predictions. Who do you think should have gotten more/less credit? Phil: FC Dallas is a legitimate favorite to win the Western Conference for the first time in the 10 years that I’ve been a fan.
U.S. U-20s face El Salvador with the World Cup in Korea to play for
Following the US U-20 squad’s exciting 1-0 victory over Mexico and the subsequent 6-1 massacre, the young Mexicans dealt to El Salvador in the following game, the young Yanks have everything to play for as they face an El Salvador team that will undoubtedly be looking for redemption. A US victory or draw in Friday’s game will not only qualify the the US for the 2017 U-20 World Cup in Korea, it will also put them into the CONCACAF U-20 Championship game on Sunday against Honduras.
The Brotherly Predictions
Yesterday the SBNation MLS preview came out and the Philadelphia Union were predicted to finish 7th in the east. The staff put together their heads to compare with the national perspective.
Bethlehem Steel edges Villanova in preseason clash
Three first half goals were enough for Bethlehem Steel FC to win a preseason match against a heavily depleted Villanova University squad on Wednesday. But it wasn’t always pretty.
Columbus Crew Ghanian contingent embracing MLS
When Harrison Afful first considered a move to Major League Soccer from a club in Tunisia, he thought about MLS’s subpar reputation in Ghana, his native country. “In years past, back home, when you come to MLS, they say you come to retire, that you’re coming to the end of your career,” he said.
CCL: Vancouver takes down lax Red Bulls
It will be a pair of MLS vs. Liga MX matchups in the semifinals of the Scotiabank Concacaf Champions League as the Vancouver Whitecaps joined FC Dallas and Pachuca and Tigres from Mexico in the semifinals. The ‘Caps disposed of the New York Red Bulls, winning the second leg, 2-0, to advance, 3-1, on aggregate.
Toronto FC captain says Victor Vazquez makes players around him better
” very good football player,” said captain Michael Bradley, who does not hand out praise lightly. “Somebody who makes guys around him better, somebody who’s easy to play with.
The key player in each CONCACAF Champions League quarterfinal second leg
Goal looks at the men who could decide the CONCACAF Champions League quarterfinal second legs this week and lift their teams to the semifinals. The CONCACAF Champions League, still a growing tournament, doesn’t always have those moments.
Harrison Afful ,Jonathan Mensah win first trophy of the season with Columbus Crew
Ghana duo of Harrison Afful and Jonathan Mensah won their first trophy of the season with Major League Soccer side Columbus Crew on Saturday. Jonathan Mensah kept the scores at 0-0 by denying the visitors a goal bound shot just past the 13 minute mark to the relief of the entire team.
Brotherly Game Daily Links 2/23/2017
Bedoya, Medunjanin building chemistry for Union attack Not only did Medunjanin fill an immediate role, but he also made an immediate impact with the Union. United acquire general allocation money in exchange for international roster spot D.C. United have acquired $75,000 in General Allocation Money from the Montreal Impact in exchange for an international roster spot for the 2017 season.
Heritage, with a star on it
Stars are awesome. That’s something we can all agree on. The Sounder at Heart community is also awesome.
Accam eyeing MLS Cup in final season with Chicago Fire
Chicago Fire attacker David Accam is eyeing a big feat as he enters his final year with the Major League Soccer outfit. The Ghanaian joined the Men in Red in 2015, and having won back-to back Most Valuable Player of the Season accolades, he has become a top transfer target for a host of European clubs.
Benoit Cheyrou’s skills easy to spot on and off the field for Toronto FC
Think of a European player at Toronto FC. Now think of swerving free kicks, long-range rockets and deft touches that leave defenders gasping for air before the goalkeeper picks the ball out of the net.
Terrence Boyd scored his first-ever Bundesliga goal today
Terrence Boyd has never been – and quite possibly never will be – a member of the New York Red Bulls , but he thought about joining the club as he explored his options once it was clear an injury-ravaged stint at RB Leipzig was at an end. Ultimately , Boyd opted to join Darmstadt, giving himself another shot at playing in Germany’s top flight.
Major Link Soccer – Sacramento’s Chaotic Bid
Sacramento to MLS seemed completely inevitable right until the moment the bid all but fell apart. It seems that there has been a split between the Sacramento Republic and the group that put in the bid.
Colorado Rapids 2017 Desert Diamond Cup Preview
Can you believe we are less than a month away from the 2017 MLS Preseason and the Desert Diamond Cup? It’s always an exciting time for the fans because it gives us a chance to see which players to keep an eye on before the real deal begins. This years is the 6th anniversary of the Desert Diamond Cup tournament, founded in 2011.
Report: Revolution sign Slovenian defender Antonio Mlinar
Antonio Mlinar will be introduced tomorrow as a new @NERevolution signing. 25yr old CB, club captain recently capped by Slovenia.
RSL’s Royal Roundup 1-23-17
Each Monday we’ll give you links to RSL, MLS and other Soccer news from the past week that you may have missed.
LA Galaxy trade AJ DeLaGarza to Houston Dynamo
The LA Galaxy’s most tenured player and a legend among Galaxy supporters will be departing the city he’s called home his entire professional career. AJ DeLaGarza, winner of three MLS Cups, has been traded to the Houston Dynamo in exchange for $125,000 in General Allocation Money and $50,000 in Targeted Allocation Money .
The MLS Schedule is Coming
I am as giddy and impatient as a kid waiting for Christmas to come! This probably means that there is something seriously wrong with me. Perhaps I have that dreaded disease – soccer-itis! Will the schedule release calm my fever or make me more jumpy for the season to begin? Any one out there with words of wisdom on how to deal with soccer-itis? Views and opinions expressed in FanPosts are representative of the user alone.
Curt Onalfo announces LA Galaxy coaching staff
A major step in the transition of the Bruce Arena era is finally complete. This afternoon LA Galaxy manager Curt Onalfo officially revealed the full coaching staff.
Crew SC | Wil Trapp earns USMNT callup for January camp
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Top 10 American soccer storylines to watch in 2017
After a 2016 filled with ups and downs, the American soccer scene will have plenty of intriguing storylines to watch for in the new year. We saw the U.S. national team endure a roller-coaster ride of a year, from the lows of World Cup qualifying struggles and another missed Olympic games,to the highs of a successful Copa America and Christian Pulisic’s meteoric rise from youth prospect to international sensation.
Report: Looks Like Darlington Nagbe is Sticking Around with the Portland Timbers
After circulating constant rumors of Darlington Nagbe’s impending departure from the Portland Timbers, the Scottish Sun have changed this up today and are now reporting that Glasgow Celtic’s pursuit of the Timbers midfielder is now off. According to the Sun, Celtic informed Nagbe today that they were walking away from the talks which would have seen him join the Scottish Premier League side for a $3.7 million transfer fee.
Washington Spirit sign midfielder Havana Solaun
The Washington Spirit officially signed midfielder Havana Solaun yesterday. The Spirit had acquired the NWSL rights to Solaun from the Seattle Reign as part of the trade that saw Christine Nairn go west .