both against the Los Angeles Galaxy -- and chipped in with four assists. In three years with Chivas USA, Mendoza has logged 6,989 minutes -- a club record -- and has five goals and 12 assists.
This year, Mendoza will have the opportunity to play in what could be the deepest Chivas USA squad in their four-year history. Joining Mendoza in the midfield line is Raphael Wicky, a former Swiss international and veteran of the Spanish and German leagues, as well as former MLS Cup MVP Alecko Eskandarian.
"We got a lot of good reinforcements and it's going to make the competition for spots that much more competitive. I think that's a good thing for the team," Mendoza said. "It's going to help us with our main objective, which is to win the championship."
Luis Bueno is a contributor to MLSnet.com. This story was not subject to the approval of Major League Soccer or its clubs.
