New York Red Bulls: South Ward to Protest Against Organization on Saturday

New York City - For the first half of Saturday's New York Red Bulls match against FC Dallas, Red Bull Arena will not have the ruckus that many are accustomed too as the South Ward has decided to watch the first half in silence.The South Ward which consists of the supporters clubs of the Viking Army, the Garden State Supporters (GSS) , and the Empire Supporters Club (ESC) are simply frustrated with some of the organization's recent decision. The Empire Supporters Club posted a letter explaining their decision this morning.It's mainly centered around the Red Bulls decisions regarding the team's recent United States Open Cup match against the Chicago Fire. To read the letter which was submitted to the New York Red Bulls: http://bit.ly/omaW4eJust to be clear, the South Ward protest isn't against the players, it's against the management. For Viking Army member Ralph "Chupi" Garcia, they're also protesting the recent dismissal of long-time New York Red Bulls Latino Communications Duo of Ernesto Motta and Roberto Sierra.A few days ago, Chupi reached out to me and informed me of the South Ward's decision to protest the first half of Saturday's match against FC Dallas. He also wanted to address the ...

Los Angeles Galaxy Ins and Outs, July 21, 2011

Galaxy excited to clash with Man CityFor Bruce Arena's Los Angeles Galaxy, getting a victory against Manchester City will not be necessary on Sunday afternoon at the Home Depot Center.I love any game that I could either watch or coach in that we don’t have to win,” Arena said of the tie, which is part of the 2011 Herbalife World Football Challenge. “I don’t get that many in my life. I enjoy that, and I think that’s how the players approach it and give their best effort.“I’m really going to enjoy it this Sunday.”So, does Mr. David Beckham think much of this match?“No, because it’s Man City,” Beckham told LAGalaxy.com's Larry Morgan. “All joking aside, it’s going to be great for our fans to see some of their great players and a great experience for our team as well.“There’s motivation in every game that we play It doesn’t matter whether we’re playing against Columbus, Real Madrid (a 4-1 winner last Saturday at the L.A. Coliseum) or Man City. It’s just another game and just a game I’m sure the players will enjoy.”More on Becks' thoughts later.“To see all the fans and how much they love it, it’s amazing. Immediately after ...

Brek Shea Video: Check out Shea’s Laser of a Goal Against Toronto

If there's one thing FC Dallas star Brek Shea is known for, it's his goofy hair. We know this because Shea's hair actually has its own Twitter account.Then again, Shea might just be more well known for his impressive ability to score goals at will. Actually, that probably is how most people know Shea.If that doesn't ring any bells, go ahead and take a look at the goal Shea scored on Wednesday night against Toronto FC. About three minutes after halftime, Shea took control of the ball, right around midfield, before cutting straight through the defense towards the goal. He released his shot from about 30 yards out, and it's a good thing nobody was in the way. The ball probably would have gone through them.Shea's strike found its way past Toronto keeper Stefan Frei, clanked off the left post and settled in the back of the net to give Dallas a 1-0 lead. The crowd packed into BMO Field was not pleased, and Shea's goal proved to be all Dallas needed to come away with a victory.It was Shea's ninth goal of the season, which at the time tied him for the MLS lead. Unfortunately, Thierry Henry would go ...

Sean Franklin, Los Angeles Galaxy Harass Columbus Crew in 1-0 Victory

Once upon a time, noble readers on the View from Victoria Street and on Bleacher Report, Sean Franklin was a Rookie of the Year for his dazzling play on defense. He wasn't seen as a scorer, but somebody who could dispossess his opponents at will with skillfull tenacity.Never mind that Franklin was the first Los Angeles Galaxy player to be named MLS Rookie of the Year. Well, this former rookie scored his first league goal like the veteran he is today.On Wednesday night at the Home Depot Center, a rebound off a David Beckham set piece found the feet of Franklin, who slammed it past Columbus Crew goalkeeper William Hesmer, who was having a solid night between the pipes up until that point.The result: a 1-0 victory to the good for Bruce Arena's club, who improved to 11-2-9 as part of a fight to fend off challengers like the Seattle Sounders and FC Dallas for top honors in not only the MLS Western Conference, but all of Major League Soccer.The Galaxy are four points ahead of both those teams mentioned, who have 38 points respectively.Yes indeed, the Galaxy proved once again that the West is best. The proof is further ...

Los Angeles Galaxy vs. Columbus Crew Live Blog: Play-by-Play Analysis, Reaction

Bruce Arena's Los Angeles Galaxy are in a dogfight with the Seattle Sounders for the top spot in Major League Soccer. With a game in hand over their Northwest rivals, they can gain an advantage with a victory over the Columbus Crew tonight at the Home Depot Center (kickoff 7:30 p.m. PT/10:30 p.m. ET).Los Angeles are 10-2-9 (39 points), while Columbus are 7-5-7 (28 points).Keep it here on Bleacher Report for continuing coverage of the 2011 Major League Soccer season and all things World Football.Read more MLS news on BleacherReport.com

Does the U.S. Deserve a World Cup Championship?

A few days ago, the 2011 Women's World Cup came to a stunning and exhilarating conclusion.  The U.S. Women's team lost a heartbreaking thriller on penalty kicks to the underdog Japanese.  While not garnering as much attention as the Men's World Cup last summer, many sports fans in America followed the women's team closely, and were rewarded with great success from the squad.  The team played with passion and great effort as it fought to a victory over world power Brazil and also overcame France.  In these regards, the women's team reminds me of their male counterparts, who lost in a similarly emotional way in last summer's tournament, yet displayed grit and toughness.   After the successes and failures of the United States' soccer squads in World Cups, the future of American soccer must be analyzed.  One controversial question must be asked in this discussion.Does America deserve to be World Cup Champions?In countries such as Brazil, France, Spain, and Ghana, futbol is king.  The sport dominates the athletic landscape on a level that Americans find difficult to grasp.  The dedication and passion that fans in these countries have for their futbol teams is unparalleled.  Nearly the entire world outside of America worships ...

LA Galaxy vs. Man City: Right, But Who’s The Other Manchester Team?

When one thinks of football in Manchester, England, only one team comes to mind: Manchester United.But did you know there is another team in Manchester that also holds its own? It may not have the trophies and accolades, but it has its own rich tradition. Oh yeah, and they're the defending FA Cup Champions.They are the Blues of the Manchester City Football Club. And they happen to be the last opponent for Bruce Arena's Los Angeles Galaxy in the 2011 Herbalife World Football Challenge.Man City and Los Angeles will meet on July 24 at the Home Depot Center in Carson, Calif. Kickoff is scheduled for 1:00 p.m. PT/4:00 p.m. ET.Roberto Mancini's Blues are a team that making huge investments to land some of the world's best footballers, with Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan as their owner. Last season, Man City finished with a record of 21-8-9 (71 points) and qualified for their first-ever UEFA Champions League appearance.This match is the third of five preseason contests for Man City, which includes stops in San Francisco (against Club America), Vancouver (against the Vancouver Whitecaps) and Dublin (against a League of Ireland XI and Inter Milan in the Dublin Super Cup).Carlos Tevez, ...

2011 MLS All-Star Game: Latest News, Schedule and Results vs Man U

Welcome to the official Bleacher Report update thread on the 2011 MLS All-Star Game. This year the MLS All-Star team will be faced with an extremely tough matchup against the English Premier League champion Manchester United. The pitch will be absolutely jam-packed with all of the best players that the MLS has to offer, as well as some of the best players in the world. Not only is Manchester United one of the most accomplished and popular clubs in sports history, but they are also bringing over a roster that boasts some of the best players in the world. United’s roster includes Wayne Rooney and Javier “Chicharito” Hernández among many other notable names. The MLS All-Star team will trot out players the likes of Thierry Henry, Landon Donovan and David Beckham. The game will be played at Red Bull Arena in Harrison, New Jersey on July 27th. Kick-off will be at 8:30 pm ET sharp, and the game can be seen on ESPN2, Galavisión and TSN. Stay tuned to this Bleacher Report update thread for all the latest news, results and reaction on the 2011 MLS all-star game:Read more MLS news on BleacherReport.com

MLS All-Star Game 2011: Start Time, Date, TV Info and Preview

The 2011 MLS All-Star game is very quickly approaching, and this year it looks like we might have a very intriguing matchup on our hands. The MLS All-Star team will be matching up against the English Premier League champion, Manchester United, at Red Bull Arena in Harrison, N.J., on July 27. Not only will all of the best players that Major League Soccer has to offer be on the pitch, but so will some of the world's. Not to mention arguably the most popular club in international soccer. MLS commissioner Don Garber had this to say about the game: “The combination of one of the most spectacular stadiums of its size in the world with the passionate soccer supporters in the metropolitan New York area will provide a terrific showcase for our All-Star Game. Red Bull Arena will be a tremendous venue for this marquee event and we are pleased to bring the All-Star Game to an area with a rich soccer tradition.” The game will kick off at 8:30 pm ET. Manchester United is going to be an incredible foe for the MLS All-Stars. United boasts a bevy of superstars, including the likes of Wayne Rooney, striker Javier ...

MLS All-Star Roster: Who Will Represent the MLS vs. Manchester United?

The 2011 MLS All-Star roster is out! Do you care to guess who made it? If you’re as tired of the guessing games and the melodrama leading up to this as I am, then join me in breaking down the roster. The game-day roster will consist of 22 players from 12 teams and will be highlighted by David Beckham, Landon Donovan and Thierry Henry.  2011 MLS All-Star Game Roster:  Head Coach: Hans Backe – New York Red Bulls  Goalkeeper: Tally Hall – Houston Dynamo Faryd Mondragon – Philadelphia Union  Defense: Corey Ashe – Houston DynamoMatt Besler – Sporting Kansas City Geoff Cameron – Houston Dynamo Bobby Convey – San Jose Earthquakes Sean Franklin – LA Galaxy Jamison Olave – Real Salt Lake Heath Pearce – Chivas USA Tim Ream – New York Red Bulls  Midfield: Kyle Beckerman – Real Salt Lake David Beckham – LA Galaxy Brad Davis – Houston Dynamo Jack Jewsbury – Portland Timbers Shalrie Joseph – New England Revolution Nick LaBrocca – Chivas USA  Forward: Juan Agudelo – New York Red BullsOmar Bravo – Sporting Kansas City Omar Cummings – Colorado Rapids Landon Donovan – LA Galaxy Thierry Henry – New York Red Bulls Chris ...