Monthly Archives: June 2011

Red Bulls edge out FC New York to advance in U.S. Open Cup

FC New York gave the New York Red Bulls a scare going up 1-0 in the second half, but the Red Bulls were up to task scoring two quick goals to advance to the in the US Open Cup.

After being largely invisble in the first half, Corey Hertzog and John Rooney both responded with second half goals to secure a spot in the Quarterfinals against the Chicago Fire.
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U.S. Open Cup Round of 16: Your Running Commentary

The U.S. Open Cup Round of 16 kicks off tonight with eight MLS teams in action across the country. There are some quality rivalries being sparked, such as the all-LA pre-quarterfinal and the Kitsap Pumas-Seattle Sounders tilt. Here is a … Continue reading »

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Red Bulls vs. FC New York: Match Night Commentary

    The New York Red Bulls have taken a break from their extended MLS road stand to return to Red Bull Arena tonight, where they will face off against FC New York in U.S. Open Cup action (8pm). The … Continue reading »

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Howard addresses post-Gold Cup comments

U.S. men's national team goalkeeper Tim Howard caused a stir following Saturday's Gold Cup final loss to Mexico when he lashed out at CONCACAF for the format of the post-game ceremonies at the Rose Bowl, which were held mostly in … Continue reading »

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Tuesday Ticker: Marseille eyes Drogba, Diego wants Premiership switch and more

  By FRANCO PANIZO Didier Drogba could soon return to the club that paved the way for him to join Chelsea. French club Olympique de Marseille is interested in signing Drogba, whose future with Chelsea is unclear after Andre Villas-Boas … Continue reading »

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Onyewu signs three-year deal with Sporting CP

photo by ISIphotos.com   By FRANCO PANIZO If Oguchi Onyewu is going to revive his club career, he'll have to do so in Portugal. Onyewu has left AC Milan for Sporting CP, signing a three-year deal with the Portuguese club. The … Continue reading »

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U.S. Women open World Cup with 2-0 win over North Korea

By JOHN BOSCHINI Second-half goals from Lauren Cheney and Rachel Buehler gave the United States a 2-0 win over North Korea in both teams' opening match in the 2011 Women's World Cup. Goalkeeper Hope Solo came up with five saves … Continue reading »

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SBI MLS Player of the Week: Alvaro Saborio

Real Salt Lake was in a slump, and needed someone to step up and lead the offense, and Alvaro Saborio showed up just in time. The Costa Rican striker returned from Gold Cup duty in stylish fashion, scoring a pair … Continue reading »

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Eight Mexican players sent home from Copa America in prostitute scandal

Eight members of the Mexican national team set to play in Copa America have been sent home after a scandal involving the players bringing prostitutes to their hotel rooms. The eight players, one of which was Barcelona defender Jonathan Dos … Continue reading »

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Women’s World Cup: USA vs. North Korea (Your Running Commentary)

The U.S. Women's National Team begins its quest for the 2011 World Cup today against North Korea in the opening match for both teams (11:45am, ESPN). The Americans will be led by strikers Abby Wambach and Amy Rodriguez, as well … Continue reading »

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