Familiar MLS Faces Move to New Places in 2009
Published on February 12, 2009 under Major League Soccer (MLS) News Release
First Kick 2009 has gotten even more intriguing this offseason, with trades and new player signings shaking up the MLS landscape. Fresh off his MLS Cup win, Sigi Schmid will coach legendary goalkeeper Kasey Keller and MLS' newest club, Seattle Sounders FC, in '09. Perennial all-star Dwayne De Rosario returns to his home country to play with Toronto FC, while 2006 MLS MVP Christian Gómez is back with his former squad, D.C. United. Be sure to check MLSnet.com for all the updates on player moves.
Pan-Pacific Championship 2009
The second edition of the Pan-Pacific Championship is set to kick off next week at The Home Depot Center in Carson, Calif. Four premier soccer clubs, including three of Asia's current champions and MLS' own LA Galaxy, will participate in the tournament, Feb. 18 and 21.
Bradley leads US over Mexico
Michael Bradley, son of national team coach Bob Bradley, scored twice for the U.S. in Wednesday's CONCACAF qualifying match for the 2010 FIFA World Cup. Bradley's goals gave the U.S. a 2-0 win over Mexico, providing an excellent start in the 10-game round-robin qualifying format that runs through Oct. 14.
Gear up for First Kick 2009
All 15 Major League Soccer squads are deep in the midst of preseason training to prepare for the 2009 season. What better way for you to get ready for First Kick than by stocking up on MLS gear from your favorite team? Shop MLSgear.com for the latest jerseys, apparel and collectibles for 2009.
Major League Soccer Stories from February 12, 2009
- Familiar MLS Faces Move to New Places in 2009 - MLS
- Real Salt Lake Single-Game Tickets on Sale Tuesday - Real Salt Lake
- Sounders FC Sends Khano Smith to New York - Seattle Sounders FC
- Wizards Single-Game Tickets on Sale Next Week - Sporting Kansas City
- Red Bulls Acquire Midfielder Khano Smith - Red Bull New York
- MSG and New York Red Bulls sign new, multi-year agreement - Red Bull New York
- Sounders FC Launches Enhanced Website with Integrated Online Community - Seattle Sounders FC
- Individual Ticket Packages For First Eight Red Bulls Games On Sale Now - Red Bull New York
- Rio Tinto Stadium Welcomes Iconic Entertainer Kenny Chesney in July - Real Salt Lake
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