A storm of off-season change is coming. I just have this feeling that this is going to be a real shape shifter as off-seasons go, with more flux than usual in MLS management and personnel.

Today I learned that this season of significant winter movement will begin on Nov. 25, when manager Peter Nowak and his Philadelphia Union will cherry-pick off 15 MLS rosters.

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If you are anxious to get a glimpse of some of the future stars of the soccer world, you will have your chance soon enough.

The Under-20 World Cup in Egypt is set to kick off on Thursday, and ESPN has announced that it will broadcast all 52 matches on a combination of ESPN platforms including ESPN360.

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The United States and Mexico renew their heated rivalry on Wednesday August 12th in CONCACAF 2010 World Cup Qualifying at the Estadio Azteca in Mexico City. Live coverage of the match will begin at 2:30 PM local time (8:30 PM GMT).

Match Preview

The two teams played last month in the final of the Gold Cup but the match will be under very different circumstances.

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The United States and Mexico renew their heated rivalry on Wednesday August 12th in CONCACAF 2010 World Cup Qualifying at the Estadio Azteca in Mexico City.

The two teams played last month in the final of the Gold Cup but the match will be under very different circumstances. The US has a new roster with many experienced players and only a few who played in the Gold Cup.

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Missing are the names of Beckham, Angel, Twellman and reigning MLS MVP Barros Schelotto. Instead Everton will face a largely rag-tag team made up of current and rising stars of the MLS. While there are still the marquee names of Freddie Ljungberg, Cuauhtémoc Blanco, and Landon Donovan in attendance, there appears to be a greater collective of MLS stars getting their first chance to shine on the big stage. Click to continue reading...

Lee Chung-Yong 이청용, Korea's brightest soccer prospect, is contemplating a Bolton Wanderers move. His football pedigree is clear for all to see. In January of 2009, Lee was named as one of the top 50 rising stars in football by the British daily, The Times. -WikiCurrently plying his trades with FC Seoul, who currently top the Korean K-League, Lee Chung-Yong is compared to Alexander Hleb by many in Click to continue reading...

The Core: Who was at their best at the 2009 Confederation Cup and seems assured of a starting role come 2010?

Well, LD earned his #10 jersey by validating his skill against some of the world's most feared defenders. Tim Howard's box scores didn't look appealing, but those who saw the games knew for every one he allowed, he stopped four rockets off the feet/heads of some of the globe's greatest playmakers.

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You have to think that Gary van Egmond had endured enough turmoil in his 32-month stint at the helm of the Newcastle Jets.
To some, it was no huge surprise when Van Egmond, an affable 44-year-old and former A-League coach of the year, this week handed in his resignation to outspoken Jets owner Con Constantine. Click to continue reading...

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The U.S. men's national team takes on Brazil in the Confederations Cup final today (2pm, ESPN), the first international tournament final in the history of the U.S. team.

The Americans will be looking to exact some revenge on the Brazilian, who handed them a 3-0 loss in group play.

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One of Southend's rising stars is taking to the racing track in Japan this coming weekend to compete in a tournament that - in the past - has been contested by the likes of F1 stars Lewis Hamilton and Jenson Button.
Robert Foster-Jones, 18, has only been racing for four years but he has risen through the ranks very quickly to become one of the country's top karters. Click to continue reading...

Briefing: Agent Josmer Altidore (aka "Cozy Jozy") is one of the MNT's brightest rising stars. The youngster has huge size, unparalleled� speed, and a rocket for a leg. He has had limited opportunities with the MNT so far, but he has taken advantage of them.

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They have 16 points from six games, three points clear of Osotspa M-150 and Chonburi FC in the 16-team league.
For many fans, this is a surprise. In fact, it is not as Bangkok Glass are "old wine in a new bottle".
Bangkok Glass were formerly known as Krung Thai Bank, who were disbanded after last season to avoid legal problems. Click to continue reading...

In modern day football, comparisons between rising stars and those who've already established themselves as household name have become commonplace. When Sporting Lisbon's young, flamboyant winger, Nani was rousing interest amongst several English clubs, including Manchester United, the media sprang no surprises by instantly comparing him to Cristiano Ronaldo. Click to continue reading...

Greece does not have many representatives in this year's edition of the UEFA Champions League, but one of the national team's rising stars, Georgios Samaras, is hoping a fresh start will bring European glory to Celtic Park. The Greece International has one Champions League appearance to his credit, a late Click to continue reading...

I had a chance to watch Game Breakers: The Stars of Major League Soccer this evening. The A&E DVD about several of the stars of Major League Soccer was just released today.

The description of the DVD lists 12 players that they profile but you will see so much more than just 12 player profiles.

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I've had company, am trying to write the stuff I'm supposed to write, and it's downtime in the footie universe. So, for the moment let me just share this awesome video my guest shared with me: It's a German band called Sportfreunde and their song celebrates one of my favorite rising stars (and object of transfer gossip), Roque Santa Cruz. Click to continue reading...

Comparisons between rising stars and former legends are nothing new in football, rarely do they prove to be accurate. Often used as a lazy get-out clause for coaches, spectators and journalists alike to describe a youngster's attributes, these comparisons often result in undue pressure resting on the shoulders of the players in question. Click to continue reading...

Comparisons between rising stars and former legends are nothing new in football, rarely do they prove to be accurate. Often used as a lazy get-out clause for coaches, spectators and journalists alike to describe a youngster's attributes, these comparisons often result in undue pressure resting on the shoulders of the players in question. Click to continue reading...

Tulio de Melo Club: Le Mans (Ligue 1 [FRA]) Birthdate: January 31, 1985 This 22-year old� Brazilian has been shipped around from Atletico Mineiro� in Brazil to AaB in Denmark and now Le Mans in France over the past couple years. His production has doubled since arriving in Ligue One striking for 6 goals in 9 total appearances, putting him [...] Click to continue reading...