Here are the top soccer stories everyone’s talking about this morning:
Awards Orbiting
Los Angeles youngster Emmanuel Boateng was named Player of the Week, while Toronto FC climbed four spots to reach the MLS Power Rankings penthouse.
Bronx Invasion
Despite putting in his first 90-minute shift of the season over the weekend, Montreal strike star Didier Drogba will be ready to roll when the Impact visit slumping NYCFC on Wednesday night.
Motown Hits
A pair of NBA owners have teamed up in an effort to bring MLS to Detroit.
Revolution Stymied
New England has won just one of their last eight heading into Wednesday night's visit from MLS Cup holders Portland. Though they need to get well, the Revs will have to do it without starting left back Chris Tierney and with several injury concerns in their forward stable.
Morales Returns
Vancouver skipper/playmaker Pedro Morales will be back in the selection when the Whitecaps host Western rivals Sporting KC in midweek action.
Injury Watch
After missing Seattle's weekend defeat, both Clint Dempsey and Nelson Valdez have returned to training. Elsewhere, Galaxy attacker Sebastian Lletget is being slowed by a groin injury.
Raised Game
Local blog A Brotherly Game lauds the fine job done by Philadelphia sporting director Earnie Stewart in improving the club.
Proud Papa
As tough as it's been so far, Revs striker Charlie Davies is enjoying the balance between soccer and fatherhood.
Running Free
Jonathan Osorio has enjoyed contributing to Toronto FC's strong start in his new free role in attack.
Winging It
Honduras Under-20 winger Jose Escalante is impressing in training with the Houston Dynamo and could be in line for a summer move.
Replay Support
Real Salt Lake boss Jeff Cassar and some of his players discussed video replay review with The Salt Lake Tribune.
Beckham, Beckoning
Rumors continue to surround potential investors for Miami Beckham United.
Postcards From Europe
With the Copa America roster prep underway, red-hot Union Berlin forward Bobby Wood received a visit from USMNT assistant Andi Herzog. Meanwhile, Chelsea Under-18 midfielder Kyle Scott (who has helped the team to UEFA Youth Cup and FA Youth Cup titles) has reportedly handed in a transfer request.
Custom Threads
Roots Canada has made a special edition jacket just for Toronto FC star Sebastian Giovinco.
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