Soccer America Archives

U.S. soccer fans are living in an “ambitious” post-Beckham world, a time when America’s growing influence in and outside of the game means that more will be possible tomorrow than it is today. Indeed, media reports this week that former U.S. national team coach Bruce Arena was interested in being considered for the same position […]

Perhaps more than any other professional sports league in the U.S., Major League Soccer is uniquely positioned to have its players promote the league on a grassroots level. For example, says the Houston Chronicle’s Glenn Davis, “Talk to the players on the Dynamo and you will find articulate, educated and enthusiastic players who can speak […]

After a long courtship, D.C. United have finally landed Argentine midfielder Juan Sebastian Veron, who becomes Major League Soccer’s highest profile signing since David Beckham nearly one year ago, and its fifth designated player. According to SI.com, Veron and United agreed to a $3 million-$4 million deal that will be signed and announced next week […]

Clarence Seedorf and Kaka were on form as AC Milan beat Japan’s Urawa Reds to reach the final of FIFA’s Club World Cup. The Durtchman scored the game’s only goal, driving home a fantastic cross from Kaka in the 68th minute. “We showed great patience and waited for our moment to strike,” Milan coach Carlo […]

Family had a lot to do with Juan Carlos Osorio’s decision to take the New York Red Bulls head-coaching job, says Ives Galarcep of the North Jersey Herald. Not only do the former Chicago Fire coach and his wife have family in the area, but Osorio also saw New York as the perfect opportunity to […]

It was a meaningless game, Wednesday’s Champions League clash between Group F qualifiers Manchester United and host Roma, but nevertheless, violence broke out before the two sides played to a 1-1 draw at the Stadio Olimpico. Five Manchester United fans were stabbed, while seven needed treatment at the hospital. This was the third time in […]

Bolton striker Nicolas Anelka will be one of the most sought-after players when the transfer window opens on Jan. 1. Several clubs, including Manchester United, Chelsea and Manchester City, have expressed interest in the Frenchman, who just signed a contract extension with Bolton. Of course, contracts mean very little these days, especially to the aforementioned […]

There are just a few more motions to go through before Fabio Capello is named the new coach of the England national team, as the Football Association board has now approved his appointment. The Telegraph said there had been some concern over Capello’s preference for an all-Italian coaching staff, but the board has now been […]