Monthly Archives: September 2012

Americans Abroad: Weekend Rewind

By FRANCO PANIZO It did not take very long for Jozy Altdiore to fulfill U.S. men's national team head coach Jurgen Klinsmann's wishes. Days after Klinsmann said he wanted to see Altidore create and finish his own chances, Altidore did … Continue reading »

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Must-See Goal: Jozy Altidore

Posted in Americans Abroad, Must-See Goals, U.S. Men's National Team | 122 Comments

Dike equalizer earns Timbers a point, cancels out controversial D.C. penalty

  D.C. United took a step closer to the Eastern Conference playoffs, while the Portland Timbers were left walking off the field in another game they felt robbed by match officials. Timbers striker Bright Dike pounced on a loose ball … Continue reading »

Posted in MLS- DC United, MLS- Portland Timbers | 11 Comments

Saborío hat trick propels Real Salt Lake to 4-0 dismantling of lowly Chivas USA

By BRYAN ROBISON The 2012 season for both Real Salt Lake and Chivas USA could have been summed up with Saturday's game. Despite a strong showing from Chivas keeper Dan Kennedy, it was not enough to keep the opposing team … Continue reading »

Posted in MLS- Chivas USA, MLS- Real Salt Lake | 6 Comments

Clark returns to scoring column for Dynamo in win over New England

By BRYAN ROBISON On a choppy pitch, thanks to the rain throughout the match at BBVA Compass Stadium, the Houston Dynamo extended their unbeaten streak at home to 23 consecutive games. Ricardo Clark scored his first goal for the Dynamo … Continue reading »

Posted in MLS- Houston Dynamo, MLS- New England Revolution | 3 Comments

Must-See Goal: Ryan Johnson

Posted in MLS- Toronto FC, Must-See Goals | 4 Comments

Soccer Sunday: Your Running Commentary

Brad Guzan and Aston Villa have gotten off to a poor start to the season, and things don't figure to get any easier today as they take on surprising West Bromwich Albion. The Baggies have started the season 3-1-1 and … Continue reading »

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Sounders earn playoff berth after holding Whitecaps to scoreless draw at BC Place

Camilo had the goal in his sights, and three points in the grasp of the Vancouver Whitecaps, but rather than seal a sorely-needed victory with a clutch last-minute winner, the Brazilian striker sent a great scoring chance just inches wide … Continue reading »

Posted in MLS- Seattle Sounders, MLS- Vancouver Whitecaps | 1 Comment

Earthquakes late-game heroics continue with Lenhart brace in draw vs. FC Dallas

By BRYAN ROBISON After taking the lead twice in the final third of the match, FC Dallas thought they were going to escape Buck Shaw Stadium with a crucial three points. But Steven Lenhart denied the visiting squad both times, … Continue reading »

Posted in MLS- FC Dallas, MLS- San Jose Earthquakes | 15 Comments

Crew edge Union on questionable Mirosevic winner

  The Philadelphia Union pulled off a tremendous comeback on Saturday night, battling from 2-0 down to tie things up against the Columbus Crew at Crew Stadium, but a blown call helped the home team earn a crucial victory and … Continue reading »

Posted in MLS- Columbus Crew, MLS- Philadelphia Union | 16 Comments