Features
Waldo Saves The Day
A spectacular Eric Wynalda strike spared MLS’s collective blushes at its inaugural game. By Duncan Irving
Just The Beginning
MLS delivers with its opener. By Ridge Mahoney
Playoffs Mark Maurer’s Swansong
The NPSL playoffs have injected new life into veteran forward Steve Maurer. By Ross Forman
Blood And Drama At Old Trafford
The battle for the English title edged toward resolution as Eric Cantona earned leader Manchester United a 1-0 win over Coventry after a disturbing start.
Greeks End Ajax’s Record Run
Panathinaikos ended holder Ajax’s 19-game unbeaten run with a shock 1-0 win in Amsterdam, while Juventus cruised to a 2-0 win over Nantes.
River Plate Goes Through
River Plate was one of four teams to clinch berths in the knockout phase of the 1996 Libertadores Cup. By Brian Homewood
Bruins And Broncos Reload
UCLA had a banner recruiting year in Region IV, picking up player of the year Sasha Venturine. By Poul Swain
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