MLS

Arsenal boss Wenger: I tried to sign Beckham from La Galaxy

tribalfootball.com — Fri, 17 May 2013 23:45:50 GMT

Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger admits he attempted to sign Manchester United legend David Beckham, who retired this week.

FOOTIE TWEETS: Retiring Beckham receives an embarrassment of praise

Andrew Slevison — Fri, 17 May 2013 05:18:49 GMT

David Beckham announced his retirement from professional football on Thursday and the declaration was not lost on players from all corners of the globe.

MLS would be nowhere without Beckham – LA Galaxy’s Magee

Andrew Slevison — Fri, 17 May 2013 01:49:23 GMT

LA Galaxy forward Mike Magee believes the state of MLS would not be as positive as it is now without the influence of David Beckham.

LA Galaxy’s Keane: Beckham has been for MLS what Tiger Woods has been for golf!

Andrew Slevison — Fri, 17 May 2013 01:45:50 GMT

Robbie Keane feels that everybody who has been involved with MLS must have respect for the impact David Beckham has had on the competition and football in North America.

Arena sings praises of Beckham – ‘He helped elevate the quality of the league’

Andrew Slevison — Fri, 17 May 2013 01:44:48 GMT

LA Galaxy head coach Bruce Arena has heaped praise on David Beckham for the positive impact he had on Major League Soccer during his six years in the competition.

Toronto’s Nelsen thrilled with addition of ex-Reading winger Convey

Andrew Slevison — Fri, 17 May 2013 01:42:57 GMT

Toronto FC head coach Ryan Nelsen says the inclusion of Bobby Convey will be of great benefit to his team.

Toronto players have been most welcoming – Wellington Phoenix’s Brockie

Andrew Slevison — Fri, 17 May 2013 00:07:16 GMT

Jeremy Brockie says his new Toronto FC teammates have welcomed he and fellow loanee Steven Caldwell with open arms.

Nelsen: Toronto loan great chance for ex-Newcastle, Sunderland defender Caldwell

Andrew Slevison — Thu, 16 May 2013 03:18:31 GMT

Toronto FC head coach Ryan Nelsen says Steven Caldwell’s short-term loan to the club gives him the opportunity to see if he wants to continue his career in MLS.

Ex-Arsenal youth Simek on trial with DC United

Andrew Slevison — Thu, 16 May 2013 03:16:21 GMT

Following his release from English League One side Carlisle United, Frank Simek is trialling with DC United according to reports.

NYRB’s Petke expecting Cahill absence

Andrew Slevison — Thu, 16 May 2013 03:15:03 GMT

New York Red Bull head coach Mike Petke is expecting to be without Tim Cahill for some time during June.

Former Inter, Newcastle striker Martins improving every day for Seattle Sounders

Andrew Slevison — Thu, 16 May 2013 03:12:27 GMT

Obafemi Martins is on the verge of returning to full fitness according to Seattle Sounders head coach Sigi Schmid.

Birmingham’s Caldwell yet to debut but already keen to stay with Toronto

Andrew Slevison — Thu, 16 May 2013 03:09:46 GMT

Steven Caldwell has already opened the door for a potential stay with Toronto FC despite not having played a match yet.

DC United’s Russell to retire this weekend

Andrew Slevison — Thu, 16 May 2013 03:08:54 GMT

DC United defender Robbie Russell will retire from professional soccer this weekend it has been confirmed.

Portland Timbers release Colombian defender Mosquera

Andrew Slevison — Thu, 16 May 2013 03:07:19 GMT

Portland Timbers and Hanyer Mosquera have agreed to mutually terminate the players contract.

Wellington Phoenix star Brockie enthusiastic ahead of Toronto debut

Andrew Slevison — Wed, 15 May 2013 03:23:48 GMT

Jeremy Brockie says he is eagerly anticipating his first professional outing outside of the A-League.