Game Notes: Chivas USA vs. Seattle Sounders
August 24, 2012 - Major League Soccer (MLS)
Club Deportivo Chivas USA News Release
Chivas USA continues its Western Conference push when it hosts Western Conference power Seattle Sounders FC. The match features the top two defenses in the conference and will be the second of three matches between the two clubs this season. Saturday's game will be the second time the clubs face each other at The Home Depot Center this season. The Goats played Seattle to a 1-1 tie behind Juan Agudelo's first-ever goal for the Red-and-White on May 26.
GOATS FACTS & NOTES
Two New Goats In The 18
Chivas USA announced Aug. 17 the signing of defender Bobby Burling. The Goats acquired the rights to the 6-foot-4 Texas native in May from the Montreal Impact and were able to come to terms before the trip to Colorado. Burling was immediately selected to be among the 18 but did not see action.
Last Saturday against Colorado Rapids, 21-year-old Tristan Bowen made his season debut, recording a key assist in the 83rd minute and playing 29 minutes as a sub at forward. Bowen appeared in three matches for the Red-and-White last season.
Rojiblancos Continue Solid Streak:
Head Coach Robin Fraser's Goats are on a solid run, as they are unbeaten in six out of the last eight matches, which includes three wins and three ties - four by way of shutout.
Red-and-White Defense Among Tops in MLS:
The Goats' defense has allowed the third fewest goals in MLS with 26. They average just over a goal (1.18) allowed per match and have recorded seven shutouts this season.
Young Goat Eligible
Academy homegrown product Marco "Marky" Delgado is now eligible to suit up with Chivas USA's first team. The 17-year-old midfielder had been held out of action to comply with league rules. The Southern California native most recently participated with the USSDA's U16/15 starting XI.
Three Academy Goats Named To U.S. U-17 MNT Residency Program
The roster for the U.S. Under-17 Men's National Team Residency Program was finalized for the 2012 Fall Semester, with 31 players selected to train full-time in Bradenton, Fla. Under the guidance of head coach Richie Williams, the players are in preparation for the 2013 CONCACAF U-17 Championship from April 6-19 in Panama. Representing Chivas USA are: defenders Adonis Amaya (Westminster, Calif.), and Malcom Jones (Chino Hills, Calif.), and forward Bradford Jamieson (Los Angeles, Calif.).
Super Dan Kennedy Between The Posts:
Chivas USA goalkeeper Dan Kennedy continues to show why he was selected as a 2012 All-Star. Kennedy has recorded seven shutouts this season and is among the League leaders in goals allowed (26) and goals against average (1.18). The Southern California native has 79 saves for the Red-and-White.
Chivas USA Injury Update as of 08.24.12:
OUT:
DOUBTFUL: Peter Vagenas (R HS); Ryan Smith (R HS). QUESTIONABLE:
PROBABLE: Marvin Iraheta (L knee ACL).
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