Here are the top soccer stories everyone’s talking about this morning:
Sunny In Philadelphia
Not only did Philadelphia claim our Team of the Week nod, but two-goal hero C.J. Sapong rated as the weekend's top scorer in our MLS Fantasy Soccer Manager.
Shining Moments
As Tim Howard gets set to make his MLS return, we look at the top 10 moments from his career.
Good call?
Though Toronto FC were upset about a non-call on Sporting Kansas City's weekend winner, Instant Replay man Brian Dunseth says that the refs got it right.
Urgent Care
After starting the campaign with a pair of losses, the Vancouver Whitecaps were pleased by the urgency shown in their weekend win over Seattle.
Don't Stop Believin'
Though they've opened the new season with three losses, the Sounders should rebound, according to our Sam Stejskal.
Captain's Log
Sporting KC defender Matt Besler takes his duties as skipper quite seriously.
Welcome To The Party, Pal
Even though Didier Drogba immediately added a spark off the bench, Montreal's hopes for a weekend win died hard in his season debut at FC Dallas.
Family Matters
Just like his brother, AC Milan's Kevin Prince-Boateng is again being linked with a move to America. Bayern Munich defender Jerome Boateng (who is repped by Jay-Z's Roc Nation agency) also discussed his interest in a possible MLS future in an interview with Complex.
Feeling The Heat
United States under-23 boss Andi Herzog joined Extra Time Radio on Monday to discuss the pressure weighing on his squad ahead of their do-or-die Olympic qualifying tie against Colombia.
Opening Win
The US U-20's kicked off Dallas Cup play with a 1-0 defeat of Monterrey on Monday.
The Big Game
The Canadian national team are set to lace up for one of their biggest World Cup qualifiers in 20 years. They can clinch their first place in a CONCACAF final round of qualifying since 1997 with a victory over Mexico in Vancouver on Friday.
International Relations
The list of MLS players called for international duty during the current FIFA break has been expanded by eight after Jamaica summoned their group on Monday.
Mr. Ambition
In an interview with ESPN, Chelsea defender Matt Miazga says he aims to become the best American player.
Family Matters, Part Two
United States U-17 goalkeeper Will Pulisic has announced that he will be joining cousin Christian as a member of the Borussia Dortmund family next season.
Crime-Stoppers
Portland's mascot Timber Joey suffered the theft of some game gear, but had it returned thanks to the keen eye of a TV crew.
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