Wednesday, July 4, 2007

July 4th Fireworks: Pavon's Debut/Donovan's Return, Samuel's First, and Birdman Strikes Again

D.C. United 1, Kansas City 0
Arrowhead Stadium

It's becoming a ritual for the Wizards. They significantly outshoot their opponent only to find themselves on the losing end when all is said and done. Luciano Emilio took what chances he could get and made the most of them finding enough room in the penalty box and one brief deflection later, his 8th goal of the year put D.C. on top of the Eastern Conference.

Match Report from Top Drawer Soccer


FC Dallas 2, Chivas USA 0
Pizza Hut Park

Ramon Nunez's beautiful left foot strike and the 'Birdman' Dominic Oduro dispatched of the Goats supported by typical fantastic performances from Toja and Ricchetti in the middle. Galindo had an off day, but I guess he's allowed that every once in a while.

Match Report from Top Drawer Soccer

Toronto FC 2, Real Salt Lake 1
Rice-Eccles Stadium

TFC pulls out a road win with goals from Jeff Cunningham and new acquisition Collin Samuel. Bad news, however, for the Reds - both Cunningham and emergency keeper Sam Reynolds left with injuries. The name of the game (July 4th in general) was penalties and both Alecko Eskandarian and Samuel were up to the task. This was Toronto's first road win of their brief MLS history.

Match Report from MLSNet.com

Colorado 0, Columbus 0
Dick's Sporting Goods Park

A stalemate as Columbus takes a point on the road to go with their fantastic form as of late. Schelloto almost orchestrated several opportunities but Bouna Coundoul had a great game keeping the Crew quiet. Bouna is slowly becoming a DSG favorite.

Match Report from MLSNet.com


Los Angeles 2, Chicago 0
Home Depot Center

Jon Busch, the veteran goalkeeper who caught the trade bug in the preseason, kept the Galaxy from winning by much more but the reality of it is, Chicago's slide continues. Carlos Pavon seemed somewhat effective his first time out and will continue to assimilate but it was Donovan who went two for two on penalties to seal the victory and continued his penalty hot streak. Both were controversial but let's be honest, there have been worse calls than that.

Match Report from MLSNet.com

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