Careful what you wish for
Luke Cyphers, ESPN The MagazineThe road to international success for players like Maurice Edu and DaMarcus Beasley is through Europe, but it is good for Team USA?
Story | Conversation | December 21, 2009
Camp "Last Chance"
Luke Cyphers and Doug McIntyreThe invitations have been sent out, and the list of attendees to the U.S. national team's January camp could be announced as early as Friday. For so...
Blog Entry | Conversation | December 17, 2009
Rangers: No reason for Beasley to leave
Associated PressGlasgow Rangers manager Walter Smith has told midfielder DaMarcus Beasley there is no reason for him to leave the Scottish club to ensure he makes the U.S. World Cup squad.
Story | Conversation | December 17, 2009Donovan's loan raises questions aplenty
Steve DavisLandon Donovan has a chance to stand steadfast in a demanding EPL environment, but it raises questions. What if he fails or gets injured? Better yet, what if he succeeds, asks Steve Davis.
Story | Conversation | December 15, 2009U.S. poised to repeat '02 success
Mark Young, Special to ESPN.comAlready battle-tested with playing conditions in South Africa, the U.S. is aiming to replicate its magical quarterfinal run from the 2002 World Cup. Mark Young weighs in.
Story | Conversation | December 14, 2009More of the decade's biggest news
ESPN RISEStories of the Decade: 11-20
Story | Conversation | December 14, 2009Six big names on the bubble
Leander SchaerlaeckensEvery player wants the chance to perform on the World Cup stage. If they can get there, Ruud Van Nistelrooy and Juan Riquelme are among those who could have a huge impact.
Story | Conversation | December 13, 2009The ESPNsoccernet Podcast and Fantasy Podcast
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Story | December 07, 2009Slovakia to rely on discipline
Mark Young, Special to ESPN.comBereft of gifted stars, with the exception of Napoli's Marek Hamsik, Slovakia will rely on a well-organized foundation of defensive discipline. Mark Young weighs in.
Story | Conversation | December 06, 2009Slovenia not to be underestimated
Mark Young, Special to ESPN.comSlovenia lacks big names but with its strong team unity and stout defense, it's not wise to underestimate Matjaz Kek's men. Mark Young weighs in.
Story | Conversation | December 05, 2009Eto'o needs to deliver amid turmoil
Mark Young, Special to ESPN.comCan Samuel Eto'o overcome off-pitch politics and other challenges to lead Cameroon to great heights? Mark Young weighs in.
Story | Conversation | November 29, 2009Orange alert a possibility
Mark Young, Special to ESPN.comIf the Netherlands can put their feuding aside, they stand a chance in South Africa. Can they do it? Mark Young weighs in.
Story | Conversation | November 29, 2009Players want big changes in MLS structure
ReutersMajor League Soccer's players are demanding significant changes to the way their league is organised as part of contract negotiations now entering a critical phase.
Story | Conversation | November 25, 2009RSL's triumph the exclamation point on a memorable season
Steve Davis, ESPNsoccernetReal Salt Lake's championship-winning run was the most memorable moment of the 2009 season, but there were plenty of other notable story lines, writes Steve Davis.
Story | Conversation | November 25, 2009
OTL: Field of Schemes?
Patrick HrubyIt seemed like a feel-good story on the surface: A Cambodian refugee brings the game of baseball to his home country. It seemed too good to be true ... and perhaps it is.
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