Jul
27

San Jose Stadium Getting Roof?


With the lack of internet over the weekend I nearly missed this post. Thankfully WVHooligan writer Geoff Reid did not miss out on it. He sent me this post over from CenterLineSoccer about the possible roof that could be on the new San Jose Stadium. Here is what Jay Hibbs has to say about the…[continue reading]

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Jul
27

MLS To Revamp Playoffs?


Just saw this news from Pitchinvasion this morning. Turns out this week’s board of governors meeting won’t just speak on expansion news. Looks like playoff talk is going to be on the menu as well. Here’s the new proposal: The top four teams in each conference would qualify for the playoffs, with the first stage…[continue reading]

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Jul
24

Montz Talks With Pickens


Time once again for another Jared Montz podcast. From time to time Montz sits down with current MLS stars to discuss a variety of items. This time he is joined by Colorado Rapids keeper Matt Pickens Enjoy!

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Jul
24

MLS Weekend Preview: Week 19


We steam roll into another weekend of soccer here starting with one game tonight along with a full slate of games tomorrow. Week 19 is the final week before the league’s All-Star break next week. Plenty of good things will come out of next week during the league’s usual meetings that will go. We should…[continue reading]

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Jul
23

In Defense Of American Managers


Editor’s Note: Geoff Reid appears on WVHooligan.com each week. Today he returns to the defense of American managers high and low. Feel free to give him your thoughts below. In 2009, there has been pieces written on certain web sites and podcasts hosts on shows have said the American player is hurting because coaches within…[continue reading]

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Jul
22

Dallas Signs Benitez

Dallas Signs Benitez

On the same day that FC Dallas released a defender, they add one. FCD has singed Colombian left back Jair Benitez.  He has been working with the first team in training since he arrived on Monday. To make room for Benitez on the 24-man roster, FCD waived Michael Dello-Russo. According to his player card (aka…[continue reading]

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Jul
22

US Open Cup Thoughs: Seattle Face DC For Cup

US Open Cup Thoughs: Seattle Face DC For Cup

Last night we got to see exactly who would step up and move on to the 2009 edition of the US Open Cup. The Seattle Sounders needed an 89th minute goal to survive and an overtime strike from Stephen King to reach the first final in their MLS club’s history as the Sounders rallied in…[continue reading]

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Jul
22

Fox On Beckham-Fan Fun


You know it is noteworthy when Fox News picks it up. More on the Goldenballs confronts Riot Squad member saga. I swear this will be the last I talk about it…that is unless it continues to happen. Hat tip to SF over at The Offside Rules for posting this earlier.

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Jul
22

Saputo Expects Expansion Talk At All-Star Break


Things could get a little juicy in the MLS expansion front next week. As the league heads into another All-Star break it means we should hear another address from MLS commissioner Don Garber on the state of things in the league. One of those items that should be discussed as always is expansion. Reports out…[continue reading]

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Jul
21

Video: Beckham Confronts Fan


Gotta love when ego gets the way of things. As you all know by now LA Galaxy midfielder David Beckham had a pretty rough go of things this weekend when LA hosted AC Milan. Instead of saying and doing the right things like he always does, Beckham goes out and does just the opposite and…[continue reading]

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