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Orlando City SC

Orlando City to add Peruvian centerback Carlos Ascues

Orlando City is working to acquire Peruvian centerback Carlos Ascues. League sources confirmed to Pro Soccer USA the club is working to bring Ascues to the Lions and the two sides have agreed to terms, pending approval.  Ascues last played for Peruvian First Division side Alianza Lima and was part of Aliana Lima’s 2017 championship […]

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Commentary Vancouver Whitecaps FC

Individual mistakes, lack of discipline led to Vancouver’s draw in first leg of Canadian Championship

VANCOUVER — Despite being a man down, the Whitecaps were the better team Wednesday night against reigning MLS Cup and Canadian Champion Toronto FC. In the end, Vancouver had to make due with an unfortunate 2-2 draw, which will give Toronto a big advantage one week from now when the tie returns to BMO Field.  […]

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Chicago Fire New York Red Bulls News

With one eye on Supporters’ Shield, Red Bulls not looking past Chicago Fire

[bc_video video_id=”5820487814001″ account_id=”3690581442001″ player_id=”H1NR7MVXz” embed=”in-page” padding_top=”56%” autoplay=”” min_width=”0px” max_width=”640px” mute=”” width=”100%” height=”100%”]   HANOVER, N.J. — The New York Red Bulls have their sights set on the Supporters’ Shield this year and have the quality wins on their resume to prove it. They’ve beaten New York City FC, Atlanta United, FC Dallas, the Portland Timbers […]

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Colorado Rapids News

Colorado Rapids GM Padraig Smith addresses fans following close of transfer window

COMMERCE CITY, Colo. – In an effort to increase the club’s transparency and connect with fans, Colorado Rapids executive vice president and general manager Padraig Smith sat down for a live Q&A with supporters via Reddit and in person. Smith addressed fan questions, which covered a variety of topics, in addition to elaborating further on […]

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Columbus Crew SC News

Austin City Council delays MLS stadium vote until Aug. 15

AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Austin City Council put off until next week a vote on a stadium proposal that could trigger Major League Soccer’s Columbus Crew to move to Texas as early as the 2019 season. The council met for several hours Thursday night to vote on a plan to let Crew owner Anthony Precourt […]

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Los Angeles FC

LAFC Notebook: Kaye undergoes surgery, transfer window recap and U.S. Open Cup loss

Los Angeles FC midfielder Mark-Anthony Kaye had successful surgery on his left medial malleolus — the lump on the inside of the ankle formed by the end of the tibia — to repair a fracture. The injury occurred during LAFC’s July 26 match against the LA Galaxy. The surgery was performed Aug. 6 by Dr. Rachel […]

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Orlando City SC

Orlando City’s Tony Rocha fills multiple roles

A casual Orlando City fan could be forgiven for not knowing Tony Rocha’s natural position. At this point in the season, the 24-year-old Spring, Texas, native has been all over the pitch. Just about of his MLS stats this season are career highs. He’s played in 10 league games this season (seven starts) and has […]

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Los Angeles FC Portland Timbers

Insufficient evidence found for racial epithet claim during Portland Timbers, LAFC U.S. Open Cup match

After a U.S. Open Cup match between Los Angeles FC and the Portland Timbers July 18, LAFC forward Adama Diomande said he was called a racial slur during the match by an opponent. An investigation and hearing held by the U.S. Open Cup Adjudication and Discipline Panel concluded with insufficient evidence that a racial epithet was […]

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In-Depth Philadelphia Union

New Philadelphia Union sporting director Ernst Tanner brings recruiting acumen, global connections

CHESTER, Pa. — During one of Ernst Tanner’s final games with Red Bull Salzburg, a familiar face to Major League Soccer fans was eager to congratulate him on his appointment as Philadelphia Union sporting director.  Former New York Red Bulls head coach Jesse Marsch, who recently took an assistant coaching job with Red Bull Leipzig, […]

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Chicago Fire

What’s left for Chicago Fire in 2018 after U.S. Open Cup exit?

The Chicago Fire’s 2018 season is effectively over. The Fire lost Wednesday’s U.S. Open Cup semifinal at the Philadelphia Union. It was the only realistic remaining chance at a trophy, or any measure of success, this season. The Fire are six points out of a playoff spot, not an insurmountable number. However, they have to […]