Here are the top soccer stories everyone’s talking about this morning:
Weekly Honors
Thanks to the biggest win of Week 6, D.C. United put a pair of forwards on the Team of the Week. One of them, Fabian Espindola, was also the weekend's top scorer in MLS Fantasy Soccer Manager.
That Tackle
With fans still up in arms about Nigel de Jong's harsh tackle on Portland ace Darlington Nagbe, Brian Dunseth and Instant Replay tackle what in-game punishment the Galaxy man should have faced.
Back To The Future?
During his appearance on the premiere of FOX analyst Alexi Lalas' podcast, LA Galaxy head coach Bruce Arena admitted he'd have interest in another stint as USMNT manager.
All Clear
Sporting Kansas City defender Matt Besler finally passed the concussion test, clearing him for a potential return to action after missing two league games.
Keeping the Faith
The New York Red Bulls have been shut out four times in five games this year, but they would be wise to keep counting on veteran MLS goalscorer Bradley Wright-Phillips, writes Sam Stejskal.
It Ain't Over
Despite their awful start, Columbus Crew SC boss Gregg Berhalter notes that there are still 'plenty of points to play for'.
Wizardly Times
To get in the mood for the 20th anniversary of the club's first MLS match, Sporting Kansas City have posted that 1996 win over Colorado – in full on their YouTube channel.
Picket Fence
In an interview with ESPN, USWNT defender Becky Sauerbrunn said an Olympics boycott could be one option as they try to settle a pay dispute with U.S. Soccer.
Ready To Run
Long-injured Molde winger Josh Gatt has divulged that he's been passed fit enough to resume field training.
Harris Gives Back
When FC Dallas' Atiba Harris heard about a family needing to give up their season tickets due to a health crisis, he bought them a new set.
Game Time
FOX's Rachel Bonnetta (you might recognize that name) welcomed LA Galaxy forward Mike Magee for a friendly game of "Never Have I Ever."
The Magnificent Six
Six LA-area teenagers impressed at Sueño MLS tryouts on Sunday.
MLSsoccer.com Musts
Extra Time Radio hosts Arturo Alvarez & Johan Kappelhof
Goal of the Week voting has begun
Watch: A 1-on-1 with Chicago midfielder Matt Polster
