Boy they sure kept this move quiet. D.C. United has signed Montenegrin midfielder Branko Boskovic as their latest Designated Player.

Yes you read that correctly, a DP has been signed in the nation's capital. Boskovic comes to United from Austrian Bundesliga side Rapid Vienna where he made 104 appearances from 2007-2010.

With the World Cup is in full swing, all the focus is on the tournament in South Africa. With the league in the middle of its two week Cup-imposed hiatus, D.C. United became the first team to make a move, announcing the signing of Branko Bošković on Monday.

The 29-year-old attacking midfielder (who will turn 30 next week) hails from Montenegro in Eastern Europe.

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In football, there are rivalries than there are super-sized rivalries. Whether you play in the EPL or Serie A, a rivalry is good for business and is entertaining for by-standers to watch. Here are the best rivalries ranging from the Americas to Europe.10. Portland Timbers vs. Seattle Sounders- Never have I seen that much rowdiness from an American crowd.

The English National Team seems to be affected by the high altitude in South Africa. Despite training in Austria, the team is still suffering. Unfortunately, Capello didn't do his homework because the Austrian Alps are nowhere near as high as South Africa's altitude. England is not alone. Many of the World Cup hopefuls are similarly affected by South Africa's high altitudes.

In football, there are rivalries than there are super-sized rivalries. Whether you play in the EPL or Serie A, a rivalry is good for business and is entertaining for by-standers to watch. Here are the best rivalries ranging from the Americas to Europe.10. Portland Timbers vs. Seattle Sounders- Never have I seen that much rowdiness from an American crowd.

It's almost that time of year again. With the World Cup Final over, the various teams and fans have retreated to either celebration or despair, it's time to think again about club football. And yes, we know that there are several summer leagues already going, but we're talking about the cream of the crop the best leagues on Earth, like the Premier League, La Liga, Serie A, and Ligue 1.

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The first half was closely fought and Arsenal led by two goals thanks to some real class by Nasri.

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