Here are the 15 stories we're talking about this morning:
1. LARIN NAMED AT&T ROOKIE OF THE YEAR
After scoring a record 17 goals for Orlando City SC, Cyle Larin has been named AT&T Rookie of the Year. The Canadian international remained typically humble upon receiving the prize, crediting one specific teammate for fueling his success.
2. RED BULLS STAY FOCUSED
The New York Red Bulls have a week off now ahead of the first leg of the Eastern Conference Championship against Columbus Crew SC, and head coach Jesse Marsch is keeping his squad focused. The break comes at a good time as the club awaits news on Shaun Wright-Phillips' potential injury.
3. TIMBERS "AURA"
The Portland Timbers are preparing to face FC Dallas in the Western Conference Championship vs. FC Dallas, and head coach Caleb Porter says "this team has something building that's a little bit different, the aura."
4. BEINVENUE EN FRANCE
It's official: Former USMNT and MLS coach Bob Bradley is taking over French club Le Havre. So, what can we expect?
5. READY FOR A FEW RUMORS?
Is US youth international Junior Flores headed to MLS? He is according to a new rumor on Tuesday, with three MLS clubs said to be in talks with the 19-year-old attacking midfielder, currently with Borussia Dortmund II.
6. TFC CHASING CANADIAN PROSPECT
A recurring rumor again links Toronto FC with young FC Edmonton and Canadian international Hanson Boakai, however, none of the current reports has been confirmed.
7. ADI FOR NIGERIA?
Timbers striker Fanendo Adi has been scoring in bunches, and the Nigerian thinks he deserves a call up to the Nigerian national team. "If Obafemi Martins can get a chance to play for Eagles again, I also stand a very good chance," Adi said.
8. THE DROGBA EFFECT
The Montreal Impact enjoyed a strong finish to the season, in large part thanks to Didier Drogba. Can the Ivorian superstar help the team even more next season? Speaking of help, it seems some of Drogba's old teammates at Chelsea think he could salvage their season.
9. SPOTLIGHT SEATTLE
Seattle's fervent support and soccer-mad culture wowed French outlet L’Equipe.
10. THE INTERNATIONAL GAME
The Sounders' Nelson Valdez and Marco Pappa joined the list of MLS players on international duty, as have a five FC Dallas players. Check out all the call-ups.
11. TWO WINS OR OUT FOR KLINSMANN?
The US national team opens up World Cup qualifying with two matches over the next six day: Friday vs. St. Vincent & the Grenadines and Tuesday at Trinidad and Tobago. On paper, the USMNT should win both matches, but if they don't, could Jurgen Klinsmann’s job be on the line?
12. WHERE TO PLAY YEDLIN & JOHNSON
Despite Klinsmann’s preferences, some are calling for DeAndre Yedlin and Fabian Johnson swap roles on the right flank? Meanwhile, LA Galaxy's Gyasi Zardes has a chance to match a USMNT record held by Claudio Reyna.
13. ROADBUMPS
This week’s World Cup qualifiers will also be Juan Carlos Osorio’s first outings as manager of the Mexican national team. Will it be a smooth transition or will there be some growing pains? One former Mexico manager feels this current squad is the worst in a generation.
14. A GLIMPSE OF VIEIRA'S WAY
This interview from June with Patrick Vieira, who was named as New York City FC’s new head coach this week, sheds a little light on the new boss's thought process. FOX's Kyle McCarthy has a blueprint for NYCFC success.
15. RANKINGS, RANKINGS, AND MORE RANKINGS
Goal.com has taking power rankings to another level, ranking the Top 10 MLS players at every position.
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