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Dynamo veterans want to return next season

2009-12-02T12:31:00.001-08:00

While Dominic Kinnear might have some difficult decisions as to who stays and goes, one thing he doesn't have to worry about is the commitment to Houston from veterans.

Guardiola keen on Danny Dynamo visit Sounders FC in playoff opener

Five big questions for the Columbus Crew

2009-12-02T12:30:00.001-08:00

With the 2009 season completed, here are the answers to some of the biggest questions surrounding the Columbus Crew as the club prepares for 2010.

Crew depart Columbus for offseason Tamudo in limbo at Espanyol

FCD's Pearce open to position change in 2010

2009-12-02T12:29:00.001-08:00

When the FC Dallas season ended -- a little abruptly -- Heath Pearce was the club's starting right back. But now with a long offseason ahead to re-evaluate, FCD head coach Schellas Hyndman is exploring the possibility of moving the U.S. international to another position.

FCD already looking ahead to 2010 Puyol - Robinho not necessary

KICKIN' BACK with Darrius Barnes

2009-11-30T12:38:00.001-08:00

New England's Darrius Barnes recently sat down for a Q&A with MLSnet.com. He also created his own photo gallery. Enjoy kickin' back with Darrius Barnes.

KICKIN’ BACK with Michael Harrington Zabaleta urges Robinho stay

RSL adds Thompson in MLS Waiver Draft

2009-11-30T12:37:00.001-08:00

On a day where teams are used to losing a player due to the MLS Expansion Draft, Real Salt Lake became the only other team besides expansion Union to add to their roster by selecting Dynamo forward Abe Thompson in Wednesday afternoon's MLS Waiver Draft.

Guardiola keen on Danny MLS sets 2010 Expansion Draft rules for Union

Counted out, RSL never stopped

2009-11-30T12:36:00.001-08:00

When Real entered the league as an expansion team in 2005, it was bad, really bad. The club went 5-22-5 that season. But my how things change.

Ron - Real not a one-man team MLS sets 2010 Expansion Draft rules for Union

Galaxy notebook: Ricketts breaks hand

2009-11-28T15:21:00.003-08:00

The disappointment was clear on the face of Los Angeles Galaxy goalkeeper Donovan Ricketts after Sunday's loss to Real Salt Lake in the MLS Cup Final.

Galaxy defense focused on task at hand Alonso targets improvement

RSL faithful brave cold to honor champs

2009-11-28T15:21:00.001-08:00

A crowd of more than 5,000 fans braved freezing temperatures Tuesday evening at Rio Tinto Stadium to honor Real Salt Lake for winning the 2009 MLS Cup.

RSL hosts Crew in first leg of semifinal matchup Kaka eyes El Clasico

Five big questions for the New York Red Bulls

2009-11-28T15:20:00.001-08:00

With the 2009 season in the rearview mirror, here are the answers to some of the biggest questions surrounding the New York Red Bulls as the club prepares for the 2010 season.

Roster mistakes cost Red Bulls in 2009 Tamudo in limbo at Espanyol

Saunders puts in remarkable effort in MLS Cup 2009

2009-11-27T16:55:00.001-08:00

For Los Angeles goalkeeper Josh Saunders, the 2009 MLS Cup Final didn't have the fairytale ending, as the Galaxy fell 5-4 to Real Salt Lake in a penalty shootout after the teams had slogged through 120 minutes tied 1-1.

RSL tops Galaxy in PKs for MLS Cup title Copa del Rey round-up

Union excited about MLS Expansion Draft selections

2009-11-27T16:54:00.001-08:00

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.

MLS sets 2010 Expansion Draft rules for Union Ron - Real not a one-man team

Roster mistakes cost Red Bulls in 2009

2009-11-27T16:53:00.001-08:00

Coming off the first-ever MLS Cup appearance, there was great optimism in the New York Red Bulls camp leading into the 2009 season.

Foreign football tempted Puyol Red Bulls meet TFC in Giants Stadium finale

RSL tops Galaxy in PKs for MLS Cup title

2009-11-25T15:19:00.001-08:00

Goalkeeper Nick Rimando made two saves and Robbie Russell buried the winning kick in the seventh round of the penalty kick shootout, and Real Salt Lake won the first trophy in club history, defeating the Los Angeles Galaxy 5-4 after a 1-1 draw.

Copa del Rey round-up Galaxy defense focused on task at hand

Wizards left to lament frustrating year

2009-11-25T15:18:00.001-08:00

Wizards goalkeeper Kevin Hartman is far from the only person who feels Kansas City didn't get the most out of its team as "unfulfilled potential" crept into the outer fringe of discussion soon after the 2009 campaign began.

Wizards fight to the end against United Blues don’t interest Real ace

Union to select from unprotected players

2009-11-25T15:17:00.003-08:00

Major League Soccer will hold the 2009 MLS Expansion Draft on Wednesday, Nov. 25 at 1 p.m. ET. Philadelphia may not claim more than one player from any given team plus those on the protected list.

MLS sets 2010 Expansion Draft rules for Union Ron - Real not a one-man team

RSL notes: Findley shows off quickness

2009-11-25T15:17:00.001-08:00

Robbie Findley scored the majority of his 12 goals during the season by running past defenders. As he converted his first MLS Cup goal to draw RSL level in the 64th minute, Findley displayed his quickness in a different way.

RSL’s Findley named MLS Player of the Week Copa del Rey round-up

LA notes: Adjusting to Qwest Field turf

2009-11-25T14:25:00.001-08:00

L.A. plays on a natural grass surface at The Home Depot Center, and with Sunday's game at Qwest Field being played on artificial turf, the Galaxy have spent the last two days getting themselves acclimated.

Donovan, Becks preview MLS Cup 2009 Milito makes return

MLS Cup 2009 notes & facts

2009-11-25T14:24:00.001-08:00

It was the sixth MLS Cup Final to go into extra time. The LA Galaxy have played in five of them -- their record is now 2-3 (losing the first two, then winning the next two, before tonight).

Abidal pens Barca deal Ex-Galaxy stars relishing playoff SuperClбsico

Garber hails 'spectacular' Seattle

2009-11-24T11:37:00.001-08:00

As MLS Commissioner Don Garber watched as Seattle outdid itself as host city to MLS's largest spectacle, he couldn't resist capturing a snapshot or two before what he called "a memorable night for soccer in America."

Kaka living the dream Garber, Roth, players build playground for Seattle school

Davis: LA's Becks, Donovan add sizzle to final

2009-11-24T11:36:00.003-08:00

There's a little more buzz, just a little more jitter in the bug. The city has done a fantastic job of hugging Sounders FC close and making them feel welcome, and same for MLS by extension.

Marquez set to sign on Donovan, Becks preview MLS Cup 2009

For Williams, hurdles in rear-view mirror

2009-11-24T11:36:00.001-08:00

On the long and winding road to his first MLS Cup Final, Real Salt Lake midfielder Andy Williams faced two significant obstacles.

RSL wins East crown, keeps good times rolling Copa del Rey round-up

Sarachan great complement to LA's Arena

2009-11-23T14:13:00.003-08:00

Dave Sarachan has been an invaluable assistant to Bruce Arena at the college, professional and international level. These days, Sarachan is his No. 1 man with the Los Angeles Galaxy, who take on Real Salt Lake in MLS Cup Sunday.

Real refuse Portugal request Galaxy defense focused on task at hand

Dissappointment tinges pride for Galaxy

2009-11-23T14:13:00.001-08:00

The Galaxy had done a lot of that this season, and Landon Donovan and his teammates said they were proud with what they accomplished.

Kaka expects cup progress Donovan, Becks preview MLS Cup 2009

Donovan, Becks preview MLS Cup 2009

2009-11-23T14:12:00.001-08:00

Landon Donovan and David Beckham of the LA Galaxy share their thoughts on playing in Sunday's MLS Cup 2009 in Seattle and the long road taken to make it to Qwest Field.

Primera Liga round-up Donovan named ‘09 Volkswagen MVP

Garber presents Gulati with Commissioner's Award

2009-11-22T07:45:00.001-08:00

At the league's annual Gala Celebration on the eve of MLS Cup 2009, MLS Commissioner Don Garber presented the Commissioner's Award to U.S. Soccer Federation President Sunil Gulati.

Cruyff to coach Catalunya MLS Commissioner Garber talks MLS