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- 3 Steps MLS Can Take to Be More Competitive in the Global Market: Fan ViewMajor League Soccer has continued to grow in the United States, and attendance numbers increased in 2011. However, the growth of 7.2 percent is not enough for commissioner Don Garber.
2012 MLS Superdraft 1st Round Team SelectionsDid your Major League Soccer team fill its need or did it leave you disappointed? Find out as I give you the results of the 2012 Superdraft's first round outcome.- Year Rewind: Biggest Headlines in MLS in 2011A look at what made the news over the 2011 season.
- MLS Unbalanced Schedule Will Hurt Eastern Conference but Build Regional Rivalries: Fan TakeThe unbalanced schedule will favor the East.
- Cool MLS Soccer JerseysThe MLS is about to run over the NHL for the #4 popularity spot in U.S. professional sports. With the NBA all awry, maybe the MLS will go for #3? Here are five MLS jersey suggestions for you to consider as gifts this Christmas.
- Same Old Story: MLS Needs the Galaxy to WinWas David Beckham leading us on over the last 4+ seasons? Did he plan things this way? He, Donovan, Keane and the others win at home for his last match of his old contract to win MLS Cup for his first time. It all seems to be perfect timing.
Seattle Sounders FC: 2011 Year-End ReviewThe 2011 version of the Sounders won their third straight U.S. Open Cup. However, for the third straight year, the Rave Green failed to advance beyond the first round of the MLS playoffs.- Top Portland Timbers Protected Players for MLS 2012The Portland Timbers of Major League Soccer (MLS) have a roster of 28 players. They can only protect 11 from the upcoming expansion draft. This is one fan's view of who should be protected.
- MLS Has Its Dream Match--MLS Playoff PreviewThe Galaxy have won the Supporters Shield and advanced to the quarterfinals of the Champions League. Now they are looking to add the MLS Cup. New York hasn't won anything and has to avoid another self-destruction in this early playoff match-up.
- MLS 2011 Season in ReviewThe important trends that emerged throughout the season, and what they could mean for the league's future.
MLS Players with Second Jobs: Fan’s ViewMLS players have often complained about low salaries and compared their wages to European clubs. Many players in the league earn the minimum salaries established by Major League Soccer, so they have added second jobs.- 10 Ways to Make the MLS Even Better for 2012With the new NBC contract, record attendance and improved quality of play, 2012 is poised to be a breakout year for the league. He are 10 ways to make it better:
- Is signing stars past their prime good for MLS? Fan commentaryOn Monday, Aug. 15, the Los Angeles Galaxy signed Irish national team captain Robbie Keane in an attempt to solve some of the club's scoring problems up front. With yet another star past his prime joining MLS, is it good for the league?
- MLS Has a New Broadcast Partner--A Fan's ViewAfter being part of Fox Soccer Channel's lineup for years, Major League Soccer recently announced that NBC will join ESPN as a broadcaster of league and playoff games.
- MLS: It is Time to Take the U.S. Open Cup SeriouslyThe New York Red Bulls and the Los Angeles Galaxy were both eliminated from the U.S. Open Cup. MLS needs its preeminent teams in this competition to showcase its top players.
- CONCACAF Champions League Preview - An MLS Fan's Brief AnalysisFive MLS teams start the CONCACAF Champions League group stage this month. All have a chance to do quite well if they can put enough into the competition while not losing ground in the league table.
- MLS - the Fifth MajorHow MLS is ready to join the big boys in US Sports.
- Preview of the MLS All-Star Game: A Fan's TakeWith its sixteenth iteration of the game, MLS has yet another opportunity to showcase its growth and any improvements since last year's game.
By the NumbersWhen the Chicago Fire take to the field for next Wednesday's clash vs. the Philadelphia Union, they'll return off of an 18 day respite from league play.- What is the World Football Challenge?--A Fans PerspectiveFor the past several years, European soccer teams have toured the USA to prepare for their seasons. This year brings the biggest clubs on the biggest sports channel.
Them Franchise Boys Vs. MLS Old GuardWhy are new MLS franchises thriving and attendance is down at older ones? The main reason is who they are marketing to and it's paying dividends.
Freddy Adu Should Play in the MLSWhy Freddy Adu should quit playing in Europe and come back to the MLS in the United States
David Beckham, Charlie Davies, New York Red Bulls Handed Down Hefty FinesThe MLS world was shocked as fines were handed down to Major League Soccer teams and players Friday June 24, 2011.
MLS Pregame Rant: Seattle Sounders Vs. Red Bull New YorkRed Bulls visit Seattle to prove you can gut, decapitate, and hobble a New York team, but they will still show up.- Next Wave of MLS ExpansionCities to be considered for Major League Soccer's future expansion
MLS Pregame Rant: Portland Timbers Vs Red Bull New YorkThe Red Bulls travel to the land of the unwashed flannel.
MLS Attendance Continues to GrowWith the addition of some key new franchises, MLS attendance has reached an all-time high this year. Teams like Seattle who bring in 36,000 people a game are setting the pace for a new generation of supporters.
Sports Briefs: Football, Futbol or Soccer?It comes down to giving Sepp Blatter a back scratch or using the NFL, NBA and MLB as a model. Should Major League Soccer emulate European football or other American sports more? The Gab Four kick around a few ideas.
MLS Pregame Rant: Vancouver Whitecaps FC Vs Red Bull New YorkThis week, I have definitive proof we are playing a bunch of girls!- Colorado Rapids Supporters: United on the TerracesThe Rapids and their devoted legion of organized supporters are solidly out in force and reveling in their current role of defending MLS Cup champions.
- Three Philadelphia Union players receive MLS honor: A fan's reactionThree members of the Philadelphia Union were members of the MLS Team of the Week.
- Sons of Ben: Philadelphia Union's Driving ForceAs the Sons of Ben were named in tribute to Philadelphia's most iconic Founding Father, it is all the more fitting that the Union's founding as a MLS club was an event of the people, by the people and for the people.
MLS Pregame Rant: Los Angeles Galaxy Vs New York Red BullsThis is the biggest game so far this season. Not a must win game for either team, it's too early in the season for that. But it still sets the stage for the following months, and the bragging rights will legitimize the claim for MLS dominiation.
FSBO Flat Fee MLSFSBO will help you with many different parts of the process if you are planning on selling your own home.- Benny Feilhaber Will Instantly Make the New England Revolution Midfield One of the Best in MLSBenny Feilhaber will instantly make the New England Revolution midfield one of the best in MLS. He joins Shalrie Joseph and soon-to-play Ousmane Dabo in what could be one of most dominant midfields across the league.
- Timbers Army Rocks Soccer City USA and MLS National AudienceFrom its humble beginnings to taking over virtually the entire north end of Jeld-Wen Field, the Timbers Army is on track to become one of the most respected supporters groups in Major League Soccer.
Luke Rodgers makes MLS splash for Earthquakes: A fan's reactionLuke Rodgers, Thierry Henry and the New York Red Bulls show San Jose Earthquakes what they are made of at Red Bulls Arena. Watch Video clips.
First Person: Emerald City Supporters Set Standard for Major League SoccerWhen it comes to passionate, dedicated and vocal supporters creating a special, energetic atmosphere from which to watch a MLS game, Seattle's Emerald City Supporters set the standard.- Ochocinco and the MLS Reserve Division: A Perfect Fit?How #85 and Sporting Kansas City may have the beginnings of a beautiful friendship.
Fan Perspective: Ochocinco Completes Day Two in MLS TryoutsWill Ochocinco be dancing with the Sporting Kansas City MLS or just a buff Bengal?
