Columbus dominated the second half, creating chances at will, but thanks to sloppy finishing were unable to extend their 1-0 lead. 47th Good control from Stammler in the Crew box, but shoots wildly over the bar 65th Great work from Rogers down Red Bulls right, cuts inside, but fires into the side netting from 6 yards 69th Should have been 2-0, Gaven had a free header from 14 yards, but places it just wide of Red Bulls left had post 74th Robbie Rogers breaks
In an entertaining first half, Crew take a deserved 1-0 lead going into half time. 9th Red Bulls Khano Smith scuffed a shot wide from 6 yards, after a good cross down Crew’s left 15th Rogers hits a powerful drive from 15 yards which cannons off Red Bulls crossbar 16th Red Bulls Seth Stammler should have done better from 8 yards, blazing into the side netting with only the keeper to beat 19th Crew flashes a cross into Red Bulls box; lack of movement
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Schelotto was the clear star of MLS Week 13. His performance against Chivas USA was not only amazing, but it set the tone for the rest of the season. A well deserved honor for a classy individual and a first-class organization.
The trade of Pat Noonan to the Rapids brings back some old rumors. The Crew now have a little breathing room regarding cap space. Will Palermo finally come to MLS to be reunited with Guillermo Barros Schelotto? We will know soon as his contract expires June 30. It sounds like he might be interested. Reputable sources like Sports Illustrated and Soccer America have discussed it. I hope the league takes notice and brings another legend to America. Imagine David Beckham facing off
The 0-2-3 start for the Columbus Crew is not a reason for panic. This is essentially the same Crew team that won the MLS Cup that season. Naysayers may think this is the end of the season for Columbus, but that is not the case. We have only seen 5 games and the season is a very long one. This is a highly talented team with a potential to achieve greatness once again. Join us
The Seattle Times and GolTV were among the first to report this high honor for the Seattle Sounders forward. Montero scored three goals and produced an assist in just two games for the Sounders. This is quite an accomplishment for a young player on an expansion team. Many expected Montero to take a “backseat” to bigger names like Kasey Keller and Freddie Ljungberg. That is definitely not the case so far this season. We look forward to watching Montero develop into a star here in MLS.
It is good to know that Major League Soccer is alive and well. This could be easily seen at the Columbus Crew’s home opener vs. Toronto FC. 14,686 fans packed into Crew Stadium to see one of the league’s best rivalries. The fans were emotional and enthusiastic at every moment: before, during, and after the match. I was told that some fans drove eight hours or more to attend the match. Every fan was focused on one thing: cheering their squad to
Seattle put on quite a show during their MLS debut. They played great soccer in a great stadium with a great crowd. They shut out the New York Bulls scoring three goals even without their star (and designated player) Freddie Ljungberg. Seattle’s Fredy Montero was named MLS Player of the Week after his superior performance. Montero scored two goals and added an assist in the victory. He is sure to be a rising star in MLS. The excitement surrounding the debut of