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Chivas USA 2013 Season Preview

2012 was a disaster for Chivas USA. Finishing bottom of the Western Conference with just 30 points, fans were left not only with a lack of season highlights, but they were left in complete disarray. How could the club possibly recover from one of their worst ever seasons? And, more importantly, in what direction was […]

5 Lessons from Revolution v Sounders

On February 13, the Seattle Sounders defeated the New England Revolution 2-0 in the opening game of the Desert Diamond Cup. The Sounders won the game on the strength of a Brad Evans penalty kick and a Goal of the Tournament nominee from Eddie Johnson. The game was streamed online which allowed Revs fans to […]

Columbus Crew 2013 Season Preview

The 2013 MLS season is nearly upon us. For Columbus Crew fans, last season was a year to be proud of in a lot of ways, but it failed at the most crucial benchmark: Making the playoffs. Perhaps the most excruciating part about not being able to take part in the postseason was how well […]

Portland Timbers 2013 Season Preview

As I peer over my computer screen and look at the large calendar pinned to the wall, I notice two things: 1) I need to find a Valentine’s Day gift ASAP and 2) we are less than a month away from the start of the MLS season. Guess which one of those things I’m looking […]

Brek the Benefactor: The Latest on FCD’s Offseason

Only four members from FCD’s 2010 MLS Cup run remain in what has been an awfully active offseason. Changes have abounded, from Doug Quinn’s arrest in NYC, to the unexpected-yet-feasible transfer of Brek Shea to Stoke City, to the signing and releasing of Brazilian-talent-and-also-bust, Pipico. Supporters, writers, and the MLS world were most astounded by […]

DC United 2013 Season Preview

DC United have plenty of talent to work with in preparation for the 2013/2014 MLS season, and manager Ben Olsen should be very pleased with this firepower. DC United had their rough patches last season, but conjured up a series of great performances to see themselves all the way to the Eastern Conference finals where […]

Whitecaps Continue Preparation for 2013 Season

With the Whitecaps preseason already kicked off and 3 matches played the 'Caps performances so far have all been positive: With a 4-1 win over New England Revolution, 2-1 win over the Houston Dynamo, and a 1-0 win over 4th tier side Arizona Sahuaros. 2013 is already starting to look bright for the MLS 3rd […]

Chicago Fire Off-Season Round-Up

Every MLS team this season has seen a significant change in personal on the pitch, on the bench, or in the front office. Such is the beauty of the off-season. Soccer, more than any other sport, is constant changing; its mutability and fluidity is one of the great attractions of the sport. The Chicago Fire […]

5 Lessons from Revolution v Vancouver

On Tuesday, January 29, the New England Revolution played their second preseason game when they were defeated 4-1 by the Vancouver Whitecaps. Darren Mattocks lead the way with three goals in the first 15 minutes with Kenny Miller increasing the lead later with a penalty kick. Chris Tierney slotted in a penalty kick of his […]

5 Lessons from Revolution v Sporting KC

On Friday, January 25, the New England Revolution saw their first action of the preseason when they played Sporting KC to a 0-0 tie. The game, which was not available to view, provides Revs fans with plenty of talking points. 0 Alston Moves to the Left During the first thirty minute period, Kevin Alston was […]

MLS Twitter Best XI – Defenders

Last season we debuted the MLS Twitter Best XI. Involvement and voting of fans, players, and clubs all led to a successful and fun contest. It's back. Twitter has become a huge part of people’s everyday lives. As a matter of fact, you are probably reading this after clicking a link on Twitter. Celebrities and […]

DC United Take Maryland’s Taylor Kemp in SuperDraft

DC United added an exceptional left back to their ranks with the recent addition of Taylor Kemp. Drafted 17th overall, Kemp will join the ranks of a very solid DC United back line. Although Kemp seems to be ready to take on the next step into MLS, he will have to improve both his speed […]

Seattle Welcomes Eriq Zavaleta to the Sounders Family

With the tenth pick in the 2013 MLS Superdraft, the Seattle Sounders selected Eriq Zavaleta from the 2012 National Champions, Indiana University. Eriq Zavaleta has been a high-caliber player for a long time, having spent his sophomore and junior years in high school at the U.S. Soccer U-17 National Team Residency Program in Bradenton, Florida. […]

Heaps Looks to Make Impact with Number One Pick

The New England Revolution excited fans and ruined predictions when it acquired the first overall pick in the 2013 MLS SuperDraft in exchange for the fourth pick and allocation money. The move, which was made on the eve of the draft, will place all eyes on Head Coach Jay Heaps as he continues to forge […]

Sporting KC and LiveStrong Split Up

I wasn’t kidding when I said that this was a busy offseason for Sporting Kansas City. Last week, it was announced that Sporting Kansas City would host the 2013 AT&T MLS All Star Game, July 31 on ESPN. The announcement was celebrated with a press conference at LIVESTRONG Sporting Park with MLS Commissioner Don Garber, […]

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