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Wed, 17 Mar 2010 02:19:00 GMT

El Salvador’s Umanzor on trial with Chicago Fire

With just weeks remaining until the 2010 MLS season kicks off, Chicago Fire are facing a position crisis as coach Carlos de los Cobos is still looking for a left-back. Despite acquiring Krzysztof Krol on loan from Jagiellonia Bialystok, the Fire have El
Wed, 17 Mar 2010 02:19:00 GMT

Potential player strike shows lack of respect – LA Galaxy’s Leiweke

LA Galaxy chief Tim Leiweke believes the prospect of a player strike in MLS is a complete lack of respect. With the Players’ Union and the league still yet to come to terms on a new collective bargaining agreement, the chief executive of AEG - who
Wed, 17 Mar 2010 02:19:00 GMT

Chicago Fire signs both Watson-Siriboe and Kinney

Rookie defenders Kwame Watson-Siriboe and Steve Kinney have signed contracts with Chicago Fire. The duo were selected in the 2010 SuperDraft at picks 26 (Watson-Siriboe) and 45 (Kinney) and Fire technical director Frank Klopas was delighted to welcome
Wed, 17 Mar 2010 02:19:00 GMT

Real Salt Lake To Hold National Anthem Tryouts For 2010 Home Games This Saturday

- Major League Soccer (MLS) Real Salt Lake SANDY, Utah (Tuesday, March 16, 2010) - Real Salt Lake wants talented Utahns far and wide to be a part of its gameday experience during the upcoming 2010 season, and the defending MLS champions will give
Wed, 17 Mar 2010 02:09:00 GMT

Can Jermaine Jones heal in time for World Cup?

The Schalke destroyer believes he'll be ready to join the U.S. Jermaine Jones told media he hopes to be part of the U.S. roster this summer. () Related Amsterdam-based Greg Seltzer's "Postcards from Europe" column will be a weekly feature on MLS'
Wed, 17 Mar 2010 02:04:00 GMT

US announces final World Cup tune-up

CHICAGO -- The United States will play Australia on June 5 in Roodepoort, South Africa, one week before playing its first match of the 2010 FIFA World Cup. Kickoff at Ruimsig Stadium in suburban Johannesburg is set for 2:30 p.m. local time (8:30 a.m.
Wed, 17 Mar 2010 02:04:00 GMT

Torres reveals World Cup hopes and worries

Latham: Pachuca style has Torres struggling for United States Jose Francisco Torres said the international game is faster than in the Mexican league. (Getty) Related The following is an exclusive preview of what to expect from the new Major League Soccer
Wed, 17 Mar 2010 02:04:00 GMT

Goalkeeper Troy Perkins finds himself right at home with D.C. United

Troy Perkins had been in Norway for almost two years, and by all accounts his career was evolving nicely. Right away, he had become the starting goalkeeper for the Oslo-based club Valerenga, served as captain and became a favorite of the Klanen, the
Wed, 17 Mar 2010 01:27:00 GMT

Without additions, Red Bulls risk falling flat - MLS

Key additions: D Chris Albright, D Roy Miller, M Tony Tchani, M Joel Lindpere
Wed, 17 Mar 2010 01:21:00 GMT

Red Bulls practice at new stadium for first time

The Red Bulls worked out at their gleaming $200 million stadium for the first time Tuesday. It may be a long time before they play a game there that counts.
Tue, 16 Mar 2010 23:58:00 GMT

D.C. United news & notes

Defender Bryan Namoff, who has suffered from the effects of a concussion and head/neck injury since late last season, joined D.C. United for training camp in Charleston, S.C., and did some ball work today, Coach Curt Onalfo said. "It's good to have him
Tue, 16 Mar 2010 20:29:00 GMT

MLS players would make big mistake with strike, AEG chief says

Mr. AEG, it's not about the players shutting it all down, it's about not working for you until you provide a fairer work system. What is fairer, that's up to the players. Don't paint the players to be stupid and greedy, when it is your greed that can't
Tue, 16 Mar 2010 20:20:00 GMT

MLS players vote to strike if deal isn't reached

Major League Soccer players have voted overwhelmingly to go on strike if a new bargaining agreement with the league is not reached by the season opener March 25. The labor contract expired in January but was extended twice as negotiations for a new deal
Tue, 16 Mar 2010 20:20:00 GMT

Toronto FC sends Gerba home

TORONTO - Toronto FC has sent forward Ali Gerba home while the team continues pre-season in play in Charleston, S.C. 'Ali's performance this pre-season has not been up to our expectations,' Mo Johnston, Toronto FC's director of soccer, said in a
Tue, 16 Mar 2010 18:54:00 GMT

Fire sign pair of draft picks

· Wizards add to midfield depth with signings · Fire sign pair of draft picks
Tue, 16 Mar 2010 17:13:00 GMT

Arena: Beckham remains an important player for the Galaxy

· Wizards add to midfield depth with signings · Fire sign pair of draft picks
Tue, 16 Mar 2010 17:13:00 GMT

David Beckham still part of LA Galaxy plans, says Bruce Arena

• Galaxy coach will support Beckham's recovery • 'He is still an important player for us' LA Galaxy's coach Bruce Arena insists David Beckham remains a key part of his plans and has pledged his support to the former England captain in his bid to
Tue, 16 Mar 2010 17:03:00 GMT

New York Red Bulls Keen On Hamburger SV Midfielder Ze Roberto - Report

The Brazilian midfielder could be on his way to America... Zé Ze Roberto, Hamburger SV (firo) Related Links Major League Soccer outfit New York Red Bulls are eager to sign Brazilian midfielder Ze Roberto from Bundesliga outfit Hamburger SV, according to
Tue, 16 Mar 2010 16:36:00 GMT

Toronto FC says Gerba not performing, sends forward home

The Canadian Press Text Size TORONTO -- Toronto FC has sent forward Ali Gerba home while the team continues pre-season in play in Charleston, S.C. "Ali's performance this pre-season has not been up to our expectations," Mo Johnston, Toronto FC's director
Tue, 16 Mar 2010 15:09:00 GMT

Report: New York Red Bulls Keen On Hamburger SV Midfielder Ze Roberto (Goal.com)

The Brazilian midfielder could be on his way to America.
Tue, 16 Mar 2010 15:04:00 GMT

Union's Nowak decries culture of complaint in MLS

Already ticked off about his team's 2-0 loss in a scrimmage Sunday against FC Dallas, Union team manager Peter Nowak yesterday blasted what he called the excessive whining over referees' calls, a problem he said would turn MLS into a 'freak show.' Nowak
Tue, 16 Mar 2010 14:45:00 GMT

Beckham could rejoin Galaxy late in season

If David Beckham recovers from a torn Achilles tendon in six months, he would rejoin Major League Soccer's Los Angeles Galaxy in time for the team's last six regular-season games. The 34-year-old midfielder had surgery Monday, a day after he was injured
Tue, 16 Mar 2010 14:32:00 GMT

Toronto FC Releases Statement On Gerba

Toronto FC announced today that forward Ali Gerba has been asked to return to Toronto to continue his pre-season, while the team remains in Charleston... - MLS Toronto FC
Tue, 16 Mar 2010 14:32:00 GMT

This Week In MLS

Red Bull Arena - Grand Opening this SaturdayThree and a half years after its groundbreaking ceremony, the Red Bulls' dream house finally comes to li... - MLS
Tue, 16 Mar 2010 14:32:00 GMT

Toronto FC sends Ali Gerba home

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Tue, 16 Mar 2010 14:23:00 GMT

Toronto FC sends home Canadian striker Gerba

Toronto FC announced that forward Ali Gerba has been asked to return to Toronto to continue his preseason. The rest of the team will remain in Charleston, SC until Sunday, March 21. “Ali’s performance this pre-season has not been up to our
Tue, 16 Mar 2010 14:03:00 GMT

Union's Nowak decries culture of complaint in MLS

Already ticked off about his team's 2-0 loss in a scrimmage Sunday against FC Dallas, Union team manager Peter Nowak yesterday blasted what he called the excessive whining over referees' calls, a problem he said would turn MLS into a "freak show." Nowak
Tue, 16 Mar 2010 13:07:00 GMT

Revs Sign Two Draft Picks

The New England Revolution announced today that the club has signed two of its picks from the 2010 MLS SuperDraft: defender Seth Sinovic from Creighton University and forward/midfielder Zak Boggs from the University of South Florida. Both players will
Tue, 16 Mar 2010 12:26:00 GMT

Prepare to Blink

By Richard Snowden The other shoe may not have dropped just yet, but it certainly got a good deal closer to the ground late last week. With its vote tally coming down overwhelmingly in favor of striking if a new collective bargaining agreement cannot be
Tue, 16 Mar 2010 12:26:00 GMT

Beckham Expected To Miss Months

England manager Fabio Capello has spoken to David Beckham and has said 'it looks like he is out of the World Cup'. England's most capped outfield player ruptured his Achilles tendon on AC Milan duty against Chievo on Sunday night, sparking fears that he
Tue, 16 Mar 2010 12:26:00 GMT