The United States draws Russia 2-2 in a friendly match after Mix Diskerud scored a goal in the 3rd minute of stoppage time.
The United States draws Russia 2-2 in a friendly match after Mix Diskerud scored a goal in the 3rd minute of stoppage time.
Soccer legend Pele underwent a hip operation in Sao Paulo, Brazil, he is expected to leave the hospital Wednesday, according to a spokesman.
Alex Morgan scored a goal in the 122nd minute to help the USA women’s soccer team defeat Canada, 4-3, in the Olympic women’s soccer semifinals. Abby Wambach tied the game in the 80th minute on a penalty kick. Canada’s Christine Sinclair scored 3 goals. The United States will meet Japan Thursday in the Gold Medal Game. The game will be a rematch of last year’s FIFA Women’s World Cup Final, when Japan upset the U.S.
Columbus Crew (MLS) midfielder Kirk Urso has died at the age of 22. The cause of death is still being determined.
Eddie Johnson scored a goal in the 91st minute to give the MLS All-Stars a 3-2 win over Chelsea.
The United States women’s soccer team opened the Olympics with a 4-2 win over France. Alex Morgan scored 2 goals for the Americans.
USA Women’s National Soccer Team goalie Hope Solo received a public warning Monday from the USADA after she tested positive for a banned substance.
Major League Soccer (MLS) suspended Los Angeles Galaxy midfielder David Beckham for one game Thursday, for kicking a ball at an opponent.
Spain defeated Italy, Sunday 4-0, in the Euro 2012 Final for their 3rd straight major title (Euro 2008, World Cup 2010).
David Beckham was not selected to be a part of Great Britain’s Olympic soccer team.
Beckham said of the snub: “I am very disappointed, but there will be no bigger supporter of the team than me”.
The USA and Guatemala played to a 1-1 draw Tuesday in a World Cup qualifying match. Clint Dempsey scored a goal for the Americans in the 40th minute. Guatemala’s Pappa scored on a free kick for Guatemala in the 83rd minute.
AC Milan will play Real Madrid at Yankee Stadium in an exhibition match on August 8th.
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