The big Zach attack. (AP Photo)

Readers of this blog didn't agree, but Chivas USA's Zach Thornton was named MLS Goalkeeper of the Year today, 11 years after first taking the honor with the Chicago Fire.

That time span between awards was undoubtedly one of the reasons the 34-year-old took the honor, beating out the Galaxy's Donovan Ricketts and Seattle Sounders veteran Kasey Keller (both in their first MLS seasons).

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Jack McInerney and the US take on UAE

USA vs UAE, Ijebu Ode, 1 November 2009, 16:00 (local time)

Follow the match on ESPNU, ESPN360.com and Galavision starting at 10 AM.

The final day of the World Cup U-17 group stage.

A US win will get them into the last 16.

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A demoralized Manchester United team takes on a flu-struck  Blackburn side at Old Trafford on Saturday. Sir Alex Ferguson will be hoping his side can recover from their disappointing 2-0 loss at the hands of rivals Liverpool last weekend. A convincing win over Barnsley midweek in the Carling Cup provided some encouragement for United's youngsters, but it should be back to business for the bulk of the United first team.

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Liverpool legend Alan Hansen believes the Premier League champions Manchester United are not the same proposition minus the attacking threat of Cristiano Ronaldo and Carlos Tevez, who left Old Trafford in the summer to join Real Madrid and Manchester City respectively.
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Less than a month ago, we approached a Premiership game away at Fulham with the goalkeeping position in disarray. Almunia had been struck down for over a week with a chest infection, and with Fabianski also out with a long term injury, young Mannone had been thrown into a Champions League game in Liege.

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A quick Sunday round-up for you.

Arsenal players got themselves on the scoresheet yesterday for their respective countries. Cesc scored a lovely goal against Armenia, Philippe Senderos scored two excellent headers against Luxembourg and William Gallas got one for France as Spain, Switzerland and France all won.

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West London club interested in Spurs bench warmer.

Portsmouth Vs Tottenham Tickets Still Available!

Roy Hodgson wants Roman Pavlyuchenko so much he can almost taste him. (Guardian)

Fulham is preparing to make an offer to Tottenham for the Russian striker Roman Pavlyuchenko in January.

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Craven Cottage has been the scene of some of our worst performances over the past few seasons, following years of total dominance over them. Last season's insipid loss was probably the nadir of our early season malaise, and also the day the Hangeland rumours began (which have continued as recently as this week).

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My Anfield hero, my Liverpool Legend, Jamie Carragher has not had the best start to the new season.Three mistakes today against West Ham when he was dispossessed by novice Hines on two minutes only for the youngster to hit the post.Then he was skinned by the same player and ended up giving away a harsh penalty and finally he was found wanting at a West Ham corner when Carlton Cole was left with a free header to score unmarked. Click to continue reading...

‘If in doubt, get it out!' It's a cry heard from many a parent and even coaches every weekend around the country at junior football games.

It's a cry that can sum up in a nutshell the attitude English football has carried for many years. And looking at some of England's attempts to win major championships since 1966, it's a slogan that the national team should have had stitched to their shirts at times.

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Wesley and Yolanthe sitting in a tree...er...car park. K-I-S-S-I-N-....

That rhythm clearly doesn't work when you're caught swapping spit by CCTV in a car park. Not to worry.

Yesterday Wesley (finally) publicly professed his feelings for his new lady.

Thus, we are ready to more formally acknowledge and accept this new, fully-fledged WAG into the club.

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Wesley and Yolanthe sitting in a tree...er...car park. K-I-S-S-I-N-....

That rhythm clearly doesn't work when you're caught swapping spit by CCTV in a car park. Not to worry.

Yesterday Wesley (finally) publicly professed his feelings for his new lady.

Thus, we are ready to more formally acknowledge and accept this new, fully-fledged WAG into the club.

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Luck isn't really a word you would associate with Ben Foster. He's had more than his fair share of misfortune during his stop-start career thus far although this could be the chance that the England international has been waiting for and, if you can excuse the pun, I'm sure he's ready to grab it with both hands.

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A few things have occurred to me in these last few days when talk 0nce again turned to Lady Nina's shares and what was to happen to them.........

I have always been of the opinion that David Dein was merely waiting in the wings for his opportunity to return to the club that he loves and supports and that he ran for the best part of 24 years.

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To go or not to go; that is the question. It seems like we've been talking about the Xabi Alonso transfer saga this entire summer - watching as Real Madrid and Rafa Benitez went head-to-head over quite possibly the most important midfielder in our squad next to Gerrard.

At a point earlier this summer, I would have been fine watching Alonso leave, so long as we had a viable option waiting in the wings.

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To go or not to go; that is the question. It seems like we've been talking about the Xabi Alonso transfer saga this entire summer - watching as Real Madrid and Rafa Benitez went head-to-head over quite possibly the most important midfielder in our squad next to Gerrard.

At a point earlier this summer, I would have been fine watching Alonso leave, so long as we had a viable option waiting in the wings.

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To go or not to go; that is the question. It seems like we've been talking about the Xabi Alonso transfer saga this entire summer - watching as Real Madrid and Rafa Benitez went head-to-head over quite possibly the most important midfielder in our squad next to Gerrard.

At a point earlier this summer, I would have been fine watching Alonso leave, so long as we had a viable option waiting in the wings.

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The Evening Chronicle reported yesterday that Chris  Hughton is almost certain to be in charge of Newcastle United for the start of the Championship season on Saturday, August 8th. Alan Shearer still waiting in the wings patiently It seems that Mike Ashley knows no bounds for the stupidity he has shown while the owner at Newcastle, and this can [. Click to continue reading...

Lots of talk this summer about John Terry and his Chelsea contract whilst Manchester City are said to be waiting in the wings. Just a few things have caught my eye in the past few days- A reported £30m bid...

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Alan Shearer was today waiting to see if the latest flurry in activity of the club apparently being sold, has moved him any closer to becoming manager of Newcastle United. Alan Shearer still waiting in the wings Managing Director Derek Llambias showed a Malaysian group around the training complex at Benton yesterday, after the prospective buyers [. Click to continue reading...

Manchester United may have lost the services of the world's best player, but they've got another one waiting in the wings. Just in time for Shrek 4, Wayne Rooney has promised Manchester United fans that he is ready to make the step up and fill the void left by the exits of Cristiano Ronaldo and Carlos Tevez.

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Real Madrid President doesn't take no for answer. The Rumour But Real Madrid are waiting in the wings for Silva (above) and also fancy midfielder Mascherano. Real are willing to pay £18m for Mascherano and could offer ex-Manchester United defender Gabriel Heinze in the package. The Source: (Daily Mirror) The Analysis Florentino Perez is a like . Click to continue reading...

Liverpool boss Rafa Benitez has launched his bid to sign Valencia forward David Silva - but could face a battle to keep Javier Mascherano.
Spain's Euro 2008 winner Silva tops the Anfield wanted list and Valencia may have to sell cheaply because of their dire financial problems.
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In my opinion, yes.
In Cristiano Ronaldo's opinion, "I don't know."
Yes, after weeks and months and maybe even years at this stage, of will he, won't he, it would appear we have got out biggest indication yet that Cristiano Ronaldo may well be about to become a Real Madrid player after all. Click to continue reading...

There are a lot of big names in today's transfer news and rumors, so keep on reading for tidbits from England, Spain, and Italy.

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Real Madrid Presidential Hopefuls Outline Targets

You know the Real Madrid presidential campaigns are on in earnest when the promises are flying around like gangbusters.

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There are a lot of big names in today's transfer news and rumors, so keep on reading for tidbits from England, Spain, and Italy.

Spain

Real Madrid Presidential Hopefuls Outline Targets

You know the Real Madrid presidential campaigns are on in earnest when the promises are flying around like gangbusters.

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Gerard Pique certainly showed his ability in the fleeting chances he was given at Manchester United, scoring a couple of goals in Europe as well as proving himself strong defensively. However, with Rio Ferdinand and Nemanja Vidic too difficult to displace, Pique had to look for other options for his future.

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George Gillett is to make a last-ditch attempt to oust co-owner Tom Hicks from Liverpool.
The Anfield war betwen the two Americans is entering its final stages as the pair have three months to raise their share of a £350million debt to keep the club.
Both are desperately trying to get funds by selling shares in their other sporting franchises, while also keeping the door open to potential partnerships with Arab businessmen. Click to continue reading...

It was a good run, Red Sox ... but now it's up to the Phillies to take the devil out of those Rays, I guess.  A rested Philadelphia team meets the Rays in Florida for game 1 on Wednesday night.  Here's hoping for either a good, exciting, long Series or (my personal favorite) a four [...] Click to continue reading...