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Portland Stadium Renovations Still on Hold
Portland Stadium Renovations Still on Hold
matchfitusa.com — Lost in the recent excitement over Philadelphia's team building and ongoing CBA drama is the plight of... the Portland Timbers erstwhile stadiums renovations; PGE Park needs upgrading for the Timbers... (more) Portland Stadium Renovations Still on Hold
Edmonton to make NASL comeback
Edmonton to make NASL comeback
24thminute.com — And they will be called the Drillers! According to Terry Jones of Sun Media the Vancouver Whitecaps... will shift their NASL 2.0 franchise to Edmonton once they move to MLS. It's expected that the announcement will be made within days. The move is another blow to the USL, as it will answer one ... (more) Edmonton to make NASL comeback

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Portland Stadium Renovations Still on Hold
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Edmonton to make NASL comeback
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NASL Return Shouldn't Be About History
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NASL Return Shouldn't Be About History
NASL Return Shouldn't Be About History
matchfitusa.com — The NASL is back! Sorta. Trademarks have been secured, an announcement has been made, and teams are... lining up to get in. Everything is coming together for the new NASL, a league born out of the... (more) NASL Return Shouldn't Be About History
Chivas USA to hire Vasquez as head coach
Chivas USA to hire Vasquez as head coach
soccerbyives.net — Photo by ISIphotos.com Some three weeks after parting ways with former head coach Preki, Chivas USA has... settled on its new head coach and the Goats have settled on a familiar face. Chivas USA will hire former assistant and former Bayern Munich assistant coach Martin Vasquez, sources ... (more) Chivas USA to hire Vasquez as head coach
The CBA: What's Right and What's Best
The CBA: What's Right and What's Best
matchfitusa.com — The MLS Players Union wants FIFA to rule on Major League Soccer contracts, and address what they... see as a failure to comply with international rules. They've enlisted the help of the powerful... (more) The CBA: What's Right and What's Best
Garber To Get Contract Extension
Garber To Get Contract Extension
wvhooligan.com — Don Garber is set for a raise. (Getty Images) MLS owners have offered Don Garber a contract... extension, the only catch is if a new collective bargaining agreement can be reached with the players this according to the Sports Business Journal ... (more) Garber To Get Contract Extension
Edmonton lined up for soccer franchise
canada.com — Professional soccer is expected to venture into Edmonton in the spring of 2011. An announcement likely will... be made some time this week that a local franchise will replace the Vancouver Whitecaps in a revived North American Soccer League. The team, ... (more) Edmonton lined up for soccer franchise
Just another kick in the grass?
edmontonsun.com — A new Edmonton professional soccer team will emerge from the wake of the Vancouver Whitecaps.... (more) Just another kick in the grass?
Goff: MLS and Donovan Renegotiating Contract
lagalaxy.theoffside.com — Steve Goff of the Washington Post’s Soccer Insider blog is reporting that the Galaxy is attempting to... rework Landon Donovan’s contract with an eye towards keeping him in MLS for years to come. The 27-year old’s base salary has ... (more) Goff: MLS and Donovan Renegotiating Contract
Fil-Am goalie propels team to US Pro Soccer Title
Fil-Am goalie propels team to US Pro Soccer Title
american11soccer.com — Filipino-American goalkeeper Nick Rimando of Real Salt Lake is a Champion! The soccer team of the 30... year old net minder bagged the Major League Soccer championship after beating celebrated star David Beckham and the Los Angeles Galaxy in the championship matchNick saved two penalty kicks, which ... (more) Fil-Am goalie propels team to US Pro Soccer Title
Revolution's Heaps retiring
boston.com — Revolution defender Jay Heaps will announce his retirement from professional soccer this week, a team source confirmed... Monday. Heaps, 33, has been a starter since joining the Revolution in 2001. He performed in the MLS Cup final in 2002, '05, '06, and ... (more) Revolution's Heaps retiring
The new NASL: It’s like having flashbacks.
The new NASL: It’s like having flashbacks.
unprofessionalfoul.com — What a long strange trip its been United States Soccer, not happy enough making small incremental gains... in the local footy market, is branching out once again. Earlier this month seven clubs from the US and Canada split from the USL and picked up ... (more) The new NASL: It’s like having flashbacks.
MLS Alums: Weekly roundup
MLS Alums: Weekly roundup
web.mlsnet.com — A look at the latest news and performances of former Major League Soccer standouts around the globe,... including Clint Dempsey's double and Walter Zenga's dismissal. (more) MLS Alums: Weekly roundup
New Deal for Donovan?
voices.washingtonpost.com — Donnovan is worth every penny. It would be a really smart move for the MLS to hang... onto one of its marque American players. That said, I am hoping he lands a european offer and can show folks on a larger platform his talent. I'm really hoping for his ... (more) New Deal for Donovan?
Monday Morning Poll Question: A European Head Coach?
chicagonow.com — When the Fire decided not to renew the contract of former Head Coach Denis Hamlett last week,... thoughts immediately went to where exactly the Fire would get their next head man. The possibilities seemed to be pretty numerous, with several... (more) Monday Morning Poll Question: A European Head Coach?
MLS Generation adidas team opens tour with win
MLS Generation adidas team opens tour with win
web.mlsnet.com — With goals from D.C. United's Chris Pontius and the Chicago Fire's Patrick Nyarko, the MLS Generation adidas... team began its South Africa tour with a 2-0 victory Monday. (more) MLS Generation adidas team opens tour with win
RSL trades backup goalkeeper Seitz
RSL trades backup goalkeeper Seitz
sltrib.com — Looks like all those penalty saves that goalkeeper Nick Rimando made to help Real Salt Lake clinch... its first Major League Soccer championship have given the team even more faith in him. Team officials have traded backup goalkeeper Chris Seitz to the ... (more) RSL trades backup goalkeeper Seitz
A look at the state of the Union
A look at the state of the Union
soccerbyives.net — It might be difficult to believe, but the Philadelphia Union will make its debut in less than... four months. Major League Soccer's 16th club will begin play in March in Seattle and while the Seattle Sounders set a new standard for expansion success, there are signs that Philadelphia could ... (more) A look at the state of the Union
MLS Offers Garber Contract Extension
MLS Offers Garber Contract Extension
matchfitusa.com — MLS owners have offered Don Garber a contract extension provided a new collective bargaining agreement can be... reached with the players reports Sports Business Journal (subscription). The terms are... (more) MLS Offers Garber Contract Extension
MLS looks to lock up Garber
sportsbusinessjournal.com — By TRIPP MICKLE Staff writer Published November 30, 2009 : Page 01 MLS owners have taken steps... to sign Don Garber to a new, multiyear contract as commissioner, but the deal is contingent on the league completing a new collective-bargaining agreement ... (more) MLS looks to lock up Garber
Jimmy Conrad's Latest
downthebyline.com — I've read basically all of Jimmy Conrad's ESPN/CNNSI articles over the years and have thoroughly enjoyed the... humor that Conrad has brought. It's one of the things that's made him a favorite not just among Wizards fans, but fans around the league, they ... (more) Jimmy Conrad's Latest
American Soccer Show: Episode 3
American Soccer Show: Episode 3
gingetalksthefooty.com — This week, Jason and Zach review the MLS Cup Final, discuss the return of the NASL name... for America's second division, and talk to Shawn Mitchell of the Columbus Dispatch regarding the MLS CBA negotiations. The American Soccer Show is part of the Champions Soccer Radio Network . Visit ... (more) American Soccer Show: Episode 3
Monday Morning Centerback: On the Red Bulls and Fire coaching searches and a potential Union signing
Monday Morning Centerback: On the Red Bulls and Fire coaching searches and a potential Union signing
soccerbyives.net — Good morning and Happy Cyber Monday all (okay, so maybe it's not a holiday). Apologies for the... late start to the day, but the changeover from West Coast time to East Coast time has officially ruined my sleep patterns, which isn't good for getting sleep, but is good for writing 3am posts.  ... (more) Monday Morning Centerback: On the Red Bulls and Fire ...
Erik Soler, Red Bulls GM (Or Let’s Play Guess The Translation!)
Erik Soler, Red Bulls GM (Or Let’s Play Guess The Translation!)
redbulls.theoffside.com — What is the meaning of this headline?! Well, I am here to make your life easier: “Erik... Solér (49) blir ny general manager og sportsdirektør i MLS-klubben New York Red Bulls.” Translation? “Erik Soler loves pimping out like Tom Cruise , and says he is the General ... (more) Erik Soler, Red Bulls GM (Or Let’s Play Guess The ...
CBA Bluster Hurts Process
CBA Bluster Hurts Process
matchfitusa.com — Taking stock of the MLS CBA negotiations is difficult, if only because it's almost impossible to determine... if what is being said by each side is purely rhetoric or if it's an actual peek at... (more) CBA Bluster Hurts Process
Look Back: Part II, National Youth Structure
Look Back: Part II, National Youth Structure
farpostreport.com — usa flag 300x240 Project 2010 Look Back: Part II, National Youth Structure In our ongoing look back... at Project 2010 as we enter 2010, this seemed an appropriate time to look back at Carlos Quieroz s recommendations regarding the structure of club soccer in the United States. Given the labor ... (more) Look Back: Part II, National Youth Structure
Report: NJ's Bernardo to MLS
nypost.com — New Jersey-born Vincenzo Bernardo is coming back to the U.S., the ex-Napoli youth product set to sign... with MLS according to American Soccer News . The story was first reported by Italian Web site Generazione di Talenti , and the 19-year-old striker ... (more) Report: NJ's Bernardo to MLS
Former D.C. United coach on the Caps' radar
communities.canada.com — The Whitecaps are on the lookout for an MLS expert to serve in a technical director-type role... for the club, and one possibility is longtime D.C. United coach Tom Soehn . The 43-year-old Chicagoan, was in town last week and met with Whitecaps' ... (more) Former D.C. United coach on the Caps' radar
The American Soccer Show 3
The American Soccer Show 3
matchfitusa.com — This week, Jason and Zach review the MLS Cup Final, discuss the return of the NASL name... for America's second division, and talk to Shawn Mitchell of the Columbus Dispatch regarding the MLS CBA... (more) The American Soccer Show 3
On Crazy Conrad's Wacky Vision of the Future
On Crazy Conrad's Wacky Vision of the Future
matchfitusa.com — Scan the American soccer blogosphere any given week and you're likely to come across something that hits... on at least one of the following topics: Promotion/Relegation Youth... (more) On Crazy Conrad's Wacky Vision of the Future
Vincenzo Bernardo ‘coming to MLS’
Vincenzo Bernardo ‘coming to MLS’
overthere.american-soccer-news.com — New Jersey-born forward Vincenzo Bernardo is coming to Major League Soccer. The 19-year old told ASN of... his news Saturday morning. (more) Vincenzo Bernardo ‘coming to MLS’
One of these things is exactly like the others.
One of these things is exactly like the others.
24thminute.com — The list of this year's graduated players from the Generation Adidas program: Kevin Alston - 26 games... played, 21-years-old Tony Beltran - 38 games played, 22-years-old Omar Gonzalez - 30 games played, MLS rookie of the year, 21-years-old Jeremy Hall - 24 games played, 21-years-old Amaechi Igwe - ... (more) One of these things is exactly like the others.
Union excited about MLS Expansion Draft selections
Union excited about MLS Expansion Draft selections
web.mlsnet.com — Choosing the first 10 players for an expansion club in Major League Soccer is clearly a gargantuan... task. Just ask Philadelphia Union team manager Peter Nowak. (more) Union excited about MLS Expansion Draft selections
McGhee admits Holden defeat
McGhee admits Holden defeat
skysports.com — Aberdeen manager Mark McGhee has conceded defeat in the club's attempts to sign USA international Stuart Holden.... The Aberdeen-born midfielder is set to become a free agent as his contract with MLS side Houston Dynamo expires at the end of the month. ... (more) McGhee admits Holden defeat
Trader Mo to be busy?
Trader Mo to be busy?
24thminute.com — As most know, TFC does not have a first round pick in this draft. The Adrian Serioux... trade from Dallas gave the Hoops TFC's first rounder. This can't be good news for Mo Johnston, who holds his draft record up as his crowning achievement in MLS management. Famously, he selected Marvel Wynne and ... (more) Trader Mo to be busy?
Happy Thanksgiving from SBI
Happy Thanksgiving from SBI
soccerbyives.net — Hello all. It is Thanksgiving Day, one of those rare days during the year when soccer goes... on the backburner and there are no major games to watch (Well, unless you count the handful of Coppa Italia matches being played today). American soccer fans have plenty to be thankful for this ... (more) Happy Thanksgiving from SBI
FCD Wavies Daniel Torres
3rddegree.net — FCD has parted ways with the injury prone defender. Torres wasn't available in 18 games this season... via injury according to the coaching staff. At his price that's just not an acceptable level of availability. Torres had provided some veteran depth ... (more) FCD Wavies Daniel Torres
Moreno to Philly (UPDATED)
blog.dispatch.com — Veteran Crew forward Alejandro Moreno was one of 10 Major League Soccer players selected by the Philadelphia... Union in an expansion draft today. Moreno, 30, scored 20 goals in 74 games for the Crew since he was acquired from the Houston Dynamo in ... (more) Moreno to Philly (UPDATED)
Wednesday Backpasses: Gobbler
Wednesday Backpasses: Gobbler
unprofessionalfoul.com — Things are likely to be sparse here through the weekend. Enjoy your holiday, ‘Mericans. Liverpool is going... ahead and throwing their end of season party [ Yes, it's a joke ] Pavs and Shavs had a dust up in the Russia locker room [ Who eats pies? ] It’s a good thing Rio is ... (more) Wednesday Backpasses: Gobbler
Seattle the Real Star of MLS Cup
Seattle the Real Star of MLS Cup
soccer.fanhouse.com — by Brian Straus SEATTLE -- If the scene occurred in Buenos Aires, London or Istanbul, it would... prompt the sort of story you told your friends back home when you wanted to make a point about the difference in passion between foreign and American ... (more) Seattle the Real Star of MLS Cup
Stop Moaning - MLS Playoffs Not Perfect But They Work
Stop Moaning - MLS Playoffs Not Perfect But They Work
insidefutbol.com — MLS has crowned Real Salt Lake its champions as they picked up the MLS Cup. Yet some... have moaned that this is further proof that the playoff system isn't rewarding the very best teams. (more) Stop Moaning - MLS Playoffs Not Perfect But They Work
MLS 2009 Expansion Draft
MLS 2009 Expansion Draft
american11soccer.com — Alejandro Moreno, Shavar Thomas highlight list of selections for Philadelphia Union NEW YORK (Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2009)... – Major League Soccer held its 2009 Expansion Draft today for the League’s 16th team, Philadelphia Union, with the team selecting 10 players from among nearly 200 left ... (more) MLS 2009 Expansion Draft
Philadelphia Union Expansion Draft
dunord.blogspot.com — MLS EXPANSION DRAFT The Philadelphia Union selected their first 10 players today, picking from the rosters of... the other 15 MLS teams. Each team could protect 11 players, leaving the rest up for grabs. Each team could only lose 1 player at most. Here ... (more) Philadelphia Union Expansion Draft
It may be a cheesy North American name, but it's  our  cheesy North American name
It may be a cheesy North American name, but it's our cheesy North American name
24thminute.com — Common sense has prevailed. The Vancouver Whitecaps will remain the Vancouver Whitecaps when they enter MLS in... 2011. Now, we wait for a similar statement from Portland, and all will be good. With the 'Caps now a sure thing, it brings the total amount of MLS teams using the old names up to three ... (more) It may be a cheesy North American name, but it's our  ...
Quick Throw: Whitecaps keep name for MLS
unprofessionalfoul.com — The Vancouver Whitecaps management has announced that the Vancouver MLS team scheduled to start play in 2011... will keep the old NASL/USL name Whitecaps for the club. The Whitecaps are also a part of the rebel forces creating the new NASL from the USL separatists. The team will only be a ... (more) Quick Throw: Whitecaps keep name for MLS
Beckham Vs. Bush, Who Ya Got?
Beckham Vs. Bush, Who Ya Got?
slanchreport.com — As part of a documentary entitled “David Beckham: New Beginnings” from when David Beckham made his MLS... debut, Reggie Bush of the New Orleans Saints got together with the futbol star. While this isn’t new, it’s from 2007, it’s still pretty amusing and pretty ... (more) Beckham Vs. Bush, Who Ya Got?
Mr. Naming Rights Stadium Comes to Vancouver
amoresplendidlife.com — You might call Paul Barber a visionary. The Tottenham executive director's announcement last April for plans to... open Naming Rights Stadium for the 2012-13 season came well in advance of the stadium sponsorship orgy that has suddenly gripped England.  ... (more) Mr. Naming Rights Stadium Comes to Vancouver
Vancouver soccer team decides to keep name
canada.com — Traditionalists, rejoice! The Whitecaps will retain their name when they move to Major League Soccer in 2011.... On the day of the MLS expansion announcement, many longtime fans squirmed as the club said it would consider all avenues. Co-owner Jeff ... (more) Vancouver soccer team decides to keep name
The Middle Ground on the CBA
The Middle Ground on the CBA
matchfitusa.com — by Adam Soucie - Captain Positive On Tuesday there was a lot of noise about how MLS... is mistreating its players by denying them the basic rights of athletes. While the criticism is warranted, the... (more) The Middle Ground on the CBA
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