Monthly Archives: September 2012

Henry sets the table as Red Bulls rebound with key victory vs. hapless Toronto FC

New York Red Bulls star Thierry Henry returned from his one-match suspension in style, tearing apart Toronto FC's defense to help the Red Bulls snap their recent funk and give them a much-needed boost. Henry notched three assists before capping … Continue reading »

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MLS Match Night: Your Running Commentary

After a Friday night showdown between the top two teams in the Eastern Conference, the playoff race continues tonight with several teams fighting for their post-season lives tonight. After four consecutive wins, Columbus has fallen off the pace, falling behind … Continue reading »

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Dempsey opens Tottenham account with game winner against Manchester United

Another big game, another goal for Clint Dempsey. Tottenham Hotspur ended their long winless streak at Old Trafford that dates back to 1989 on Saturday, and it was Dempsey who provided the decisive finish in Spurs' 3-2 victory over Manchester … Continue reading »

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Must-See Goal: Martin Jiranek

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Fire remain resolute despite loss to Sporting KC

KANSAS CITY, Kansas- The Chicago Fire saw their bid for first place in the Eastern Conference batted away on Friday night, with Sporting Kansas City posting a 2-0 victory that extended their lead on the second-place Fire to five points. … Continue reading »

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Soccer Saturday: Your Running Commentary

Photo by ISIphotos.com A hugely important London Derby headlines a full slate of matches on Saturday as English Premier League leaders Chelsea take on fierce rivals Arsenal in an early-morning showdown. The Blues enter Saturday atop the EPL table with … Continue reading »

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Zusi’s brace leads Sporting KC past Fire

Photo by ISIPhotos.com Sporting Kansas City's hold on the Eastern Conference got even tighter on Friday as the East leaders outplayed their closest competitor in the East to post an impressive victory and extend their lead to five points.  Graham … Continue reading »

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Galaxy Notebook: With CCL quarterfinal berth clinched, focus now on MLS stretch run

BY KAYLA KNAPP Carson, CALIF. — The Los Angeles Galaxy were paying attention to an important game last night, but it wasn’t one they were playing in. The Puerto Rico Islanders defeated Metapan 3-0 in their CONCACAF Champions League group … Continue reading »

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Sporting Kansas City vs. Chicago Fire: Match Night Commentary

  First place in the MLS Eastern Conference is on the line tonight at Livestrong Sporting Park as first-place Sporting Kansas City takes on the second-place Chicago Fire (8:30pm, NBC Sports). Sporting KC returns home after a successful road trip … Continue reading »

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Diskerud scores to cap Rosenborg romp

photo by ISIphotos.com Rosenborg BK jumped into the top spot of Eliteserien on Friday with a big victory over Haugesund, and Mix Diskerud contributed to the fun by netting his first league goal for the club. Diskerud capped the scoring … Continue reading »

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