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Sunday, October 20 MLS CUP 2002 Los Angeles 1, New England 0 2OT Saturday, October 12 Columbus 2, New England 2 (NE wins series 5-2) Wednesday, October 9 New England 1, Columbus, 0 Los Angeles 1, Colorado 0 (LA wins series 6-0) Sunday, October 6 Columbus 0, New England 0 Saturday, October 05 Los Angeles 4, Colorado 0 Wednesday, October 02 New England 2, Chicago 0 Colorado 1, Dallas 1 Los Angeles 5, Kansas City 2 MLS 2002 statistics |
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Major player trade sends DC's Pope and Moreno to MetroStars
The MetroStars have acquired two-time U.S. World Cup defender Eddie Pope, high-scoring striker Jaime Moreno and veteran midfielder Richie Williams from D.C. United in exchange for a package including defender Mike Petke, the MetroStars' second 2003 MLS SuperDraft first-round pick (number five overall) and an allocation.
LA Galaxy's new signing earns FIFA World Cup Bronze Boot award
Los Angeles Galaxy and Korean World Cup defender Hong Myung Bo was presented the adidas Bronze Ball award by FIFA for his outstanding individual performance at the 2002 World Cup in Korea/Japan at the FIFA World Player Gala in Madrid, Spain today. The Galaxy signed Hong, the first Korean player in MLS history, on Monday November 4, 2002 from his club team the Pohang Steelers in Korea's K-League.
Landon Donovan to remain with Earthquakes through 2004
Major League Soccer and Bayer Leverkusen announced today that an agreement has been reached that will allow forward Landon Donovan to remain with the League's San Jose Earthquakes through the end of the 2004 MLS season.
Brian McBride signs multi-year deal with Crew, MLS
Columbus Crew President/General Manager Jim Smith, in conjunction with Major League Soccer, announced that Crew and U.S. National Team forward Brian McBride has signed a multi-year contract extension that will keep him in Columbus through 2005 and beyond. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.
Donovan and McBride quotes from teleconference
The following are quotes from an MLS teleconference call held on Wednesday, December 18, 2002 at 2:15 p.m. ET regarding the signings of World Cup stars Landon Donovan and Brian McBride to multi-year deals with MLS.
Crew's Robert Warzycha retires, will remain with Crew coaching staff
Columbus Crew President/General Manager Jim Smith and Head Coach Greg Andrulis announced that Crew great Robert Warzycha has retired and will remain with the organization as an assistant coach.
MLS announces player combine and draft dates
Many of the top college and Project-40 prospects for the 2003 SuperDraft will gather for the 2003 adidas MLS Player Combine from Sunday, Jan. 12 to Tuesday, Jan. 14 in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. Every MLS general manager and members of all 10 coaching staffs will be in attendance to scout talent at the event leading up to the 2003 SuperDraft presented by adidas, which will be held on Friday, January 17 at the Kansas City Convention Center (3:30 - 7:30 ET).
Crew launches holiday ticket campaign
The 2002 U.S. Open Cup-champion Columbus Crew is running a holiday ticket campaign designed to help its fans stay warm during this cold offseason. Packages of two nine-game ticket packages and a Crew adidas hooded fleece jacket start at just $94.50.
Wizards announce historic South African tour
Kansas City Wizards General Manager Curt Johnson announced today that the team has signed an agreement that will involve a three-game preseason exhibition tour of South Africa in February of 2003. The historic deal will mark the first time a Major League Soccer team has traveled to South Africa for preseason training. The trip, which will take place from February 4th through February 17th, will feature three exhibition matches against top teams from the South African Premiership.
MLS unveils 2003 competition calendar
Major League Soccer's Competition Committee unveiled details of the 2003 MLS Calendar, which includes significant changes to the League's regular-season and playoff formats to bring MLS in line with the rest of the world's top leagues while preserving the drama and excitement of the uniquely American postseason concept.
LA draws with Santos Laguna in international friendly
The 2002 MLS Cup Champion Los Angeles Galaxy tied Mexican First Division club Santos Laguna, 1-1, in an international friendly on Wednesday night at the University of Houston's Robertson Stadium. Despite a missed penalty kick by Galaxy midfielder Simon Elliott, L.A. made a late charge to tie the game with a goal from forward Brian Mullan.
Twenty-six players waived, three selected in waiver draft
Eight of Major League Soccer's 10 teams made roster moves in preparation for the 2003 season as 26 players were made available for the MLS Waiver Draft scheduled for Wednesday, Nov. 6 at 12:00 p.m. (ET) via conference call from the League's headquarters in New York. Among the 26 players eligible for selection are MLS' All-Time leading goal scorer Roy Lassiter (88 goals), who was waived by D.C. United, and two-time U.S. World Cup goalkeeper Juergen Sommer, formerly with the Eastern Conference champion New England Revolution.
Seventy-eight show for Crew open tryouts
Seventy-eight players attended open tryouts for the Columbus Crew on Saturday, Nov.2 at The Crew's Training Center at Obetz. Columbus Crew Director of Soccer Business Development Mike Lapper organized and conducted the tryouts. Of the seventy-eight players who attended the all day tryout, two have earned an invitation back to one of The Crew's preseason camps for another look with the official squad.
Galaxy acquire Korean defender Hong Myung Bo
The Los Angeles Galaxy of Major League Soccer (MLS) have acquired the rights to Korean defender Hong Myung Bo, it was announced today by Galaxy Vice President/General Manager Doug Hamilton. Hong, the first Korean player in MLS history, joins the Galaxy from his club team the Pohang Steelers in Korea's K-League. No financial terms of the MLS contract were announced.
2003 MLS SuperDraft slated for January 17 in Kansas City
Major League Soccer announced that the League's annual SuperDraft will be held on January 17, 2003 at the Kansas City Convention Center beginning at 3:30 p.m. ET. For the first time ever, the event will take place in conjunction with the annual NSCAA Convention, scheduled from January 15-19. Hosted in part by the National Soccer Coaches Association of America, the MLS SuperDraft will offer an exciting new dimension to the NSCAA's 56th annual convention, one of the country's most important soccer gatherings.
Pepsico agrees to multiyear extension with MLS
Major League Soccer Executive Vice President Mark Noonan announced that PepsiCo, an Official Sponsor of MLS since the League's inception in 1996, has agreed to extend its MLS relationship an additional two years, ensuring that the two properties' partnership runs through the 2005 MLS season.
DC United tops Salvadoran side CD Aguila, 4-0
Many of the 17,453 in attendance at RFK Stadium Saturday night were banking on legendary Salvadoran club C.D. Aguila giving hometown D.C. United a good fight on its home pitch in an international friendly between the two sides. However, instead of seeing the visitors in orange-and-black triumph, they saw one of its former heroes, United midfielder Eliseo Quintanilla, steal the show by tallying three assists against his old side in a 4-0 victory for the Black-and-Red.
Columbus wins 2002 Lamar Hunt US Open Cup
The Columbus Crew won the 2002 Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup tonight with a 1-0 victory over the defending champion Los Angeles Galaxy in front of 6,054 chilly fans at the Columbus Crew Stadium in Columbus, Ohio. The victory for the Crew came courtesy of a 30th minute first-half goal from forward Freddy Garcia as teammate Brian West’s right side cross was deflected by Galaxy goalkeeper Matt Reis to the Guatemalan forward, who got the rebound and fired a low shot from seven yards out for the only goal of the game.
 (Oct 22) A new logo and a new uniform look - in addition to a new head coach - signified the beginning of a new tradition today for the MetroStars. The hiring of all-time MLS wins leader Bob Bradley as its new head coach coincides with the launch of the team's new logo, the first re-design of the logo since the team's inception in 1996, as well as the unveiling of a new uniform design for the 2003 season. |
Los Angeles wins 2002 MLS Championship on Ruiz golden goal
MLS Honda MVP Carlos Ruiz netted a golden goal in sudden death overtime as the Los Angeles Galaxy captured their first MLS Cup championship with a dramatic 1-0 victory over the New England Revolution at Gillette Stadium on Sunday afternoon. The championship for the Galaxy came in their fourth appearance in the title game. Los Angeles, the No. 1 seed of the 2002 postseason and Western Conference champions, had been on the losing end of the 1996, 1999 and 2001 championship games, which included an overtime loss to the San Jose Earthquakes last year.
Tab Ramos receives MLS Commissioner's award
Major League Soccer announced today that Tab Ramos, widely considered the best American soccer player of all-time, is the recipient of the 2002 Commissioner's Award. The honor recognizes the person or organization that has provided inspiration through unselfish work and commendable leadership in their daily lives. The first player to sign with MLS and the lone remaining original MetroStars player in 2002, retired from professional soccer at the end of this past regular season.
MLS announces Best Eleven award winners
Major League Soccer announced the Pepsi Best XI today, at its Gala Awards Ceremony at the Providence Performing Arts Center in Providence, RI. The Pepsi Best XI features the top players from each position, compiling a lineup of 11 players from the League's two conferences based on a 3-5-2 alignment. MLS coaches, general managers, players and members of the Professional Soccer Reporters Association (PSRA) voted to determine this star-studded lineup.
MLS dishes out executive awards
Major League Soccer announced its Executive Awards Winners for the 2002 season. These awards are given to the team employees who show exemplary qualities and dedication to their organizations. Executives from each of the 10 MLS clubs are considered for the awards based upon job performance, reliability, dependability, efficiency, accessibility, rapport with players, quality care and professionalism.
Galaxy's Carlos Ruiz named MLS Most Valuable Player
Los Angeles Galaxy forward Carlos Ruiz has been selected as the League's 2002 Honda Most Valuable Player. The Guatemalan striker scored a League-high 24 goals, including nine game-winning tallies, in pacing the Galaxy's run to the Supporter Shield as the top team in MLS during the regular season.
Chris Klein named MLS Comeback Player of the Year
Major League Soccer announced today that Kansas City Wizards midfielder Chris Klein has been named the 2002 ACE Comeback Player of the Year. Klein rebounded from a devastating tear of his right ACL during the offseason to reclaim his status as one of the premier flankers in American soccer.
Steve Nicol named MLS Coach of the Year
Major League Soccer announced today that New England Revolution Head Coach Steve Nicol has captured the 2002 MLS Coach of the Year Award. Despite carrying the tag of interim head coach, Nicol led his surprising squad on an improbable run to the Eastern Conference Championship.
Kyle Martino earns Rookie of the Year honors
Columbus Crew midfielder Kyle Martino has been named the 2002 MLS Rookie of the Year. Martino, a Westport, Connecticut native, receives the award after starting 15 of his 22 appearances for the Crew during his first season in professional soccer.
MetroStars' Steve Jolly named Humanitarian of the Year
Major League Soccer announced today that MetroStars defender Steve Jolley has been named the 2002 United States Soccer Foundation Humanitarian of the Year.
Chung and Wizards earn Fair Play awards
Major League Soccer announced today that Colorado Rapids midfielder Mark Chung has captured the individual 2002 MLS Fair Play Award, while, collectively, the Kansas City Wizards have collected this season's team MLS Fair Play Award.
Eathquakes' Joe Cannon is MLS Goalkeeper of the Year
Major League Soccer announced today that San Jose Earthquakes goalkeeper Joe Cannon has been named the 2002 Aquafina Goalkeeper of the Year.
New England draws with Columbus again, advance to MLS final
The New England Revolution will be only the second team to vie for the MLS Cup Championship in front of a home crowd, as the Revolution advanced to the title match after reaching a 2-2 decision against the Columbus Crew at Gillette Stadium Saturday afternoon. After watching a 2-0 lead disappear in the second half, the Revolution bunkered in long enough to secure a draw and to take the series by five points to two.
New England takes three playoff points from Columbus
The New England Revolution, who played one man down for the second consecutive playoff game, made a third minute goal hold up as they defeated the Columbus Crew in Game Two of their MLS Cup Playoff Semifinal Series on Wednesday night at Crew Stadium. The three points earned give the Revolution a 4 points to 1 advantage in the "first-to-five-point" playoff series.
Los Angeles advances to MLS Cup final
In search of their first MLS Cup title, Carlos Ruiz and the Los Angeles Galaxy beat the Colorado Rapids 1-0 and eliminated the fifth seed from the 2002 MLS Cup Playoffs Wednesday evening at INVESCO Field. Ruiz continued his mastery in the playoffs by scoring his single-season postseason record seventh goal in the 64th minute to lead the Galaxy to victory in the semifinal round winning six points to zero.
MetroStars sell Diallo to Saudi Arabian club
The MetroStars and Major League Soccer announced Monday that striker Mamadou Diallo has been sold to Saudi Arabian club Al Ahli.
Zambrano out as MetroStars head coach, to fill new role
MetroStars President/General Manager Nick Sakiewicz announced today that Octavio Zambrano has been relieved of his duties as head coach, effective immediately. Zambrano will continue in his role as the team's Managing Director of Player Development, and will also serve the team in a variety of consulting roles in areas of scouting and youth development.
New England and Crew open semifinal series with scoreless draw
The New England Revolution and Columbus Crew traded scoring chances Sunday afternoon, as the two clubs fought to a scoreless draw at Gillette Stadium in Foxboro. New England goalkeeper Adin Brown was tested heavily during the match, stepping up to make several key saves for the shorthanded Revolution.
Los Angeles wins first semifinal match, 4-0 over Rapids
Forward Carlos Ruiz netted two goals as the Los Angeles Galaxy defeated the Colorado Rapids 4-0 in Game One of their MLS Cup Semifinal series played at the Rose Bowl on Saturday night. L.A. takes a 3 points to 0 lead in the "first-to-five-point" series and will look to advance to MLS Cup 2002 with a victory on Wednesday night as the series shifts to Denver, Colorado.
Colorado eliminates Dallas with golden game winner
The Colorado Rapids stunned Dallas Wednesday night at the Cotton Bowl, knocking off the Burn in series overtime after the two sides reached an 1-1 impasse in Game Three. Midfielder Mark Chung headed home the series-clinching goal in the first minute of the tiebreaker, sending the Rapids to the semifinals for the first time since 1997.
Los Angeles rolls over Wizards to advance to MLS Cup Semifinal series
A dominating performance by Cobi Jones and Carlos Ruiz lead the Los Angeles Galaxy past the Kansas City Wizards by a score of 5-2 in a decisive Game Three Wednesday night at the Rose Bowl. The Galaxy's dynamic duo combined to net four goals and two assists as top-seeded Los Angeles advanced to the semifinal round, defeating Kansas City 6-3 in the first-to-five point format of the MLS Cup Playoffs.
Crew eliminate defending champs
U.S. World Cup forward Brian McBride scored the game-winning goal with nine minutes remaining in regulation as the No. 6 seeded Columbus Crew defeated the No. 3 seeded San Jose Earthquakes 2-1 on Saturday night at Crew Stadium, eliminating the defending MLS Cup champions in two games in their MLS Cup Quarterfinal series. With their second 2-1 victory in consecutive games, the Crew won the "first-to-five-point" series 6 points to 0 (as in regular season play, each victory counts for three points). The Crew advance to face the winner of the quarterfinal clash between the New England Revolution and Chicago Fire.
Kansas City rolls over LA to force game three
The Kansas City Wizards routed the top-seeded Los Angeles Galaxy 4-1 Saturday night at Arrowhead Stadium. With the victory, Kansas City forces a decisive Game Three at Los Angeles on Wednesday, October 2nd to determine which team will advance to the Semifinal series.
Colorado stays alive, beats Dallas, 1-0
Forward Chris Carrieri netted his first career postseason goal as the Colorado Rapids evened their MLS Cup Quarterfinal series against the Dallas Burn with a 1-0 Game Two victory at Invesco Field on Saturday night. With the teams splitting the first two games of the series, the Burn and Rapids are now tied at three points apiece (three points for a win). The decisive Game Three of this series will be played at the Cotton Bowl on Wednesday, October 2 at 8:30 p.m. ET. The Burn are attempting to advance to the MLS Cup Semifinals for the first time since 1999 while Colorado is making a bid for its first semifinal appearance since 1997.
DC United announces friendly with Tottenham Hotspur
D.C. United announced today plans for the club to play English Premier League power Tottenham Hotspur in an international fund raising match on Thursday, October 17, in London, England. Kick-off at Tottenham's famed home ground, White Hart Lane, is slated for 7:45 p.m. local (2:45 p.m. ET).
Dallas takes game one over Colorado, 4-2
The Dallas Burn came out blazing in a 4-2 victory over the Colorado Rapids at the Cotton Bowl on Wednesday night in the first game of the 2002 MLS Cup Playoffs presented by Budweiser. Sparked by a three-point performance from Antonio Martinez and two assists from Oscar Pareja, the Burn poured it on with three goals in the second half to take a three points to zero lead in the quarterfinal series.
| Final MLS 2002 standings September 22, 2002 Eastern Conference TEAM
| GP
| W
| L
| T
| PTS
| GF
| GA
| STREAKS
| LAST 10
| xy N.E. Revolution
| 28
| 12
| 14
| 2
| 38
| 49
| 49
| Won 3
| 6-3-1
| x Columbus Crew
| 28
| 11
| 12
| 5
| 38
| 44
| 43
| Lost 1
| 5-4-1
| x Chicago Fire
| 28
| 11
| 13
| 4
| 37
| 43
| 38
| Won 1
| 4-5-1
| z MetroStars
| 28
| 11
| 15
| 2
| 35
| 41
| 47
| Lost 3
| 3-7-0
| z D.C. United
| 28
| 9
| 14
| 5
| 32
| 31
| 40
| Lost 1
| 3-4-3
| Western Conference
| TEAM
| GP
| W
| L
| T
| PTS
| GF
| GA
| STREAKS
| LAST 10
| xy Los Angeles Galaxy
| 28
| 16
| 9
| 3
| 51
| 44
| 33
| Won 4
| 8-2-0
| x San Jose Earthquakes
| 28
| 14
| 11
| 3
| 45
| 45
| 35
| Lost 2
| 4-5-1
| x Dallas Burn
| 28
| 12
| 9
| 7
| 43
| 44
| 43
| Won 1
| 4-5-1
| x Colorado Rapids
| 28
| 13
| 11
| 4
| 43
| 43
| 48
| Tied 1
| 5-2-3
| x Kansas City Wizards
| 28
| 9
| 10
| 9
| 36
| 37
| 45
| Tied 1
| 3-5-2
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Columbus steals home-field advantage from San Jose
The Columbus Crew stunned the defending MLS Champion San Jose Earthquakes Wednesday night, downing the Quakes 2-1 at Spartan Stadium. With the win, Columbus takes a three-point lead in the first-to-five point quarterfinal series of the 2002 MLS Cup Playoffs, presented by Budweiser. Freddy Garcia led the way for Columbus, notching a goal and an assist in the series opener.
Ruiz golden goal lifts Galaxy past Kansas City, 3-2
Forward Carlos Ruiz scored his second goal of the match with one minute remaining in golden-goal overtime Wednesday night as the Los Angeles Galaxy defeated the Kansas City Wizards 3-2 in Game One of the MLS Cup Playoff Quarterfinals. The Galaxy twice rebounded from one-goal deficits in the second half to take a three points-to-none advantage in the MLS Cup Playoffs.
Galaxy keeper Kevin Hartman named MLS Player of the Week
Los Angeles Galaxy goalkeeper Kevin Hartman has been selected as Major League Soccer's Player of the Week forthe week ending September 22, 2002. Hartman captured the honor for the second time in his career and for the first time since 1999, when he led the Galaxy to MLS Cup '99 at Foxboro - the site of MLS Cup 2002 on October 20.
MLS Playoffs take shape, Los Angeles and New England top seeds
The Los Angeles Galaxy and New England Revolution enter the 2002 MLS Cup Playoffs with the top two overall seeds and home-field advantage throughout the duration, following their respective Conference championships this weekend.
MLS attendance climbs for second consecutive season
For the second consecutive season, Major League Soccer's attendance average increased by more than five percent. Boosted by an intense playoff race that concluded today with the Chicago Fire's fourth consecutive sellout, the League's 2002 regular season campaign averaged 15,822, a six percent improvement over 2001's overall average of 14,961.
Los Angeles crowned MLS regular season champs
The Los Angeles Galaxy secured the Western Conference title Saturday night with a 1-0 win over the San Jose Earthquakes, clinching the top seed in the MLS Cup Playoffs and bringing home the Supporters Shield. Carlos Ruiz scored the lone goal in the fifth minute of stoppage time, chipping a delicate penalty kick in to seal the win.
New England rolls over MetroStars
The New England Revolution clinched a spot in the 2002 MLS Cup Playoffs, capping off a late-season rally with a thrilling 3-0 win over the MetroStars Saturday night at Gillette Stadium.
Colorado and Kansas City draw, 1-1
A first half goal from each club and a pair of narrow misses at the end of regulation led the Colorado Rapids and Kansas City Wizards to a 1-1 draw at INVESCO Field Friday night in the season finale for both teams. Withthe draw, the Wizards finally clinched a berth in the MLS Cup Playoffs, while the Rapids squandered a chance to leapfrog the Dallas Burn for the fourth overall seed and home field advantage in the first round ofpostseason.
DC Keeper Nick Rimando named MLS Player of the Week
D.C. United goalkeeper Nick Rimando has been selected as Major League Soccer's Player of the Week for the week ending September 15, 2002. Rimando notched consecutive victories against the MetroStars, including his team's first road win of the season, to keep United in the playoff hunt.
Twellman again leads Revs over Dallas
Another multi-goal game by reigning MLS Player of the Week Taylor Twellman lifted the New England Revolution to a critical 2-1 road win against the Dallas Burn on Saturday night at the Cotton Bowl. With the three points New England moved into the eighth and final playoff spot with one match remaining in the regular season.
Galaxy continue winning ways, top San Jose, 1-0
Los Angeles forward Carlos Ruiz celebrated his 23rd birthday a day early as the Guatemalan forward scored his 23rd goal of the season to give the Galaxy a 1-0 win against the San Jose Earthquakes Saturday evening at the Rose Bowl. Ruiz beat Earthquakes goalkeeper Joe Cannon from the top of the box in stoppage time of the second half to help the Galaxy win their third-straight game, making them the first MLS team this season to achievethat feat.
DC United keeps playoff hopes alive with 2-1 win over MetroStars
D.C. United weathered the storm - both literally and figuratively - to preserve their postseason dreams with a 2-1 win over the MetroStars Saturday night at RFK Stadium. Bobby Convey and Ali Curtis notched goals for United, downing the MetroStars and earning D.C. the newly formed Atlantic Cup - an in-season trophy that is awarded to the victor of the two teams' annual regular season series.
Colorado tops Kansas City, 2-1
The Colorado Rapids vaulted into fourth place in the MLS playoff table with a 2-1 road win over the Kansas City Wizards Saturday night at Arrowhead Stadium. The Rapids, who have won three of their last four contests, host the Wizards next Friday in Denver in each team's regular-season finale.
MetroStars announce partnership with German club
MetroStars President/General Manager Nick Sakiewicz announced that the team has entered into a partnership with German club Eintracht Frankfurt that will enable the teams to share "best practices" on subjects such as training techniques, stadium development, marketing, coaching and other player development information.
DC United tops MetroStars 1-0, playoff hopes still alive
Marco Etcheverry kept D.C. United's postseason hopes alive with a stoppage time goal in the first half of a 1-0 win over the MetroStars at Giants Stadium on Thursday night. United must post two more wins in their final two games to have any chance of making it into the 2002 MLS Cup Playoffs.
Columbus comes from behind to win Open Cup semifinal
The Columbus Crew advanced to the U.S. Open Cup Final in dramatic fashion Tuesday night at Crew Stadium, coming back from a two-goal deficit midway through the second half to defeat the Kansas City Wizards 3-2 in overtime in a U.S. Open Cup semifinal. Second-half substitute John Wilmar Perez scored the game-tying goal two minutes into second-half stoppage time, then banged in the winner 18 minutes into overtime.
Taylor Twellman named MLS Player of the Week
New England Revolution forward Taylor Twellman has been selected as Major League Soccer's Player of the Week for the week ending September 8, 2002. Twellman notched a natural hat trick to lead the Revolution past D.C. United 3-0 Saturday night in a must-win game at Gillette Stadium.
Twellman hat trick carries New England over DC United
Forward Taylor Twellman netted a hat trick and set a new club record for goals in a season as the New England Revolution registered a critical 3-0 victory over D.C. United at Gillette Stadium on Saturday night. The hat trick was his first of the year and it increased his season total to 20 goals, tying him for the League lead with the Los Angeles Galaxy's Carlos Ruiz, who also entered weekend play with 20 goals. The six points on thenight were, however, good enough for Twellman (20g, 5a = 45 points) to surpass Ruiz for the overall scoring lead moving four points ahead of the Guatemalan forward (20g, 1a = 41 points). Twellman's 20 goals also set a new club record for goals in a single season, surpassing Raul Diaz Arce's mark of 18 goals in 1998.
San Jose tops Columbus on golden own-goal
The San Jose Earthquakes maintained their grasp on the League lead with a 4-3 overtime victory over the Columbus Crew Saturday night at Spartan Stadium. A wild and wide-open regulation period saw Crew forward Edson Buddle lead Columbus into the tiebreaker, but a freak own goal gave the Quakes the overtime win.
Kansas City attendance setting growth record
The philosophy of building attendance one fan at a time continues to pay dividends for the Kansas City Wizards. So far this season, the team has hosted three of the top six largest crowds in team history and with only one regular season game remaining, the Wizards are poised to become the first team in MLS history to increase their average attendance for four consecutive seasons.
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