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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.