Blanco Fined by MLS

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Yesterday, the U.S. Soccer Federation took action against Chicago's Cuauhtemoc Blanco for his behavior during a U.S. Open Cup match against D.C. United on July 8 at Maryland SoccerPlex. Today, it was MLS's turn. Sort of. The league announced that Blanco has been fined $7,500 for "behavior detrimental to the public image and reputation of the league." Said The Commish Don Garber: "Whenever MLS ... [link]

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REPORT: Blanco Fined $7,500 by MLS for Misconduct During US Open Cup
Published 8/1/2008 by MLSR (noreply@blogger.com) at Major League Soccer (MLS) Rumors - For the time between the games
You probably have seen the reports Thursday about Blanco being fined. Indeed the other boot has fallen on the Blanco saga. Way back on July 14, when someone from Chi-town tipped us off that the suspension and fine for Blanco was going to be large, many poo-pooed us, saying that someone was likely playing a joke on us. Well perhaps the joke is actually on them. Let us review... Our source stated that at the time USSF was discussing a 5 Game suspension in addition to his red card "Hi, I wish to be ...

Happy Birthday to me LINKS
Published 8/1/2008 by noreply@blogger.com (The Beautiful Game) at The Beautiful Game
It's true. 23 years ago I was born. Maybe this will be the one I get a full-time job. Anyways, I'm calling it a half-day today. Time for a barbecue and some beer. German team training on nudist beach. [The Spoiler] The best of the TOR pictures. [The Offside Rules] De Rosario linked to FC Copenhagen. [MLS Rumors] MLS punishment wasn't much to Blanco. [Goff] You seen the official Olympic ball? [World Cup Blog] Sven picked first squad for W.C. ...

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