Recap: DC 2 - NY 3 Pontius scores two, DC rally falls short The New York Red Bulls exacted a double dose of revenge in defeating archrivals D.C. United in front of a sold-out crowd of 25,187 at Red Bull Arena on Sunday night. Red Bulls right back Brandon Barklage scored his first two career goals against his former club and teammate Jan Gunnar Solli scored the eventual game-winner as the Red Bulls erased an early 1-0 deficit and dished out payback for a 4-1 road loss suffered at the hands of United in April. The result puts the Red Bulls even on points with United atop the Eastern Conference, with DC ahead on goal difference and New York having a game in hand. http://www.dcunited.com/news/2012/06/recap-new-york-red-bulls-3-dc-united-2
By the numbers: DC vs IMFC United dominant statistically in comprehensive win over Montreal With first-place in the Eastern Conference on the line, D.C. United turned in one of its most complete performances of the season in a 3-0 win over Montreal. Here’s a look at some of the key statistics from Saturday night: http://www.dcunited.com/news/2012/07/by-the-numbers-dc-united-vs-montreal-impact
Dawn Of A New Era D.C. United unveil ambitious new co-owners Thohir and Levien some points from the news conference today with the new investors... 1. They want to expand DC united into a global brand, starting with Asia (one investor is an indonesian millionaire) and may look to bring in an Asian DP 2. The new investors want a new soccer specific stadium for DCU and are in a better position to do so now than before the new investors came on board PRESSER http://www.dcunited.com/live
Payne: DCU could begin new stadium construction next year" D.C. United appear to be inching ever closer to an exit from RFK Stadium, and the club could begin construction on a new stadium sometime in 2013, according to club president and CEO Kevin Payne. Payne and head coach Ben Olsen appeared on WAMU radio’s popular Kojo Nnamdi Show on Wednesday to discuss a number of issues surrounding the club, perhaps none more important than the idea of where and when D.C. will finally suit up in a soccer-specific stadium. http://www.mlssoccer.com/news/artic...ould-begin-new-stadium-construction-next-year
Mike Chabala acquired from PDX Midfielder Kurt Morsink retires, named Scouting Coordinator In his second season with the Timbers, Chabala has made nine appearances (six starts) during the team's current campaign. The defender has logged a total of 657 minutes and helped the Timbers to a 3-4-2 record when in the lineup. Acquired from the Houston Dynamo midway through the 2011 season, the 28-year-old went on to start 13 of 14 matches for the Timbers, notching a goal and two assists. Prior to his move to Portland, Chabala spent more than five seasons in Houston. His best season to date came in 2010 when he played in 25 total League matches (22) starts and secured a goal and four assists. For his career, the defender has played in 70 MLS matches (55) starts, logged 5,154 minutes on the field and tallied two goals and nine assists. While in Houston, Chabala was a teammate of current United players Dwayne De Rosario and Danny Cruz. Mike Chabala Height: 6'0" Weight: 175 Position: Defender Born: May 24, 1984 Age: 28 Hometown: Fresno, CA Previous Club: Portland Timbers http://www.dcunited.com/press-release/2012/08/mike-chabala-acquired
Vote for our players! Vote for MLS' top 24 young players in the 3rd annual 24 Under 24 GOALKEEPER: Bill Hamid DEFENDERS: Perry Kitchen, Ethan White MIDFIELDERS: Raphael Augusto, Nick DeLeon, Andy Najar, Lance Rozeboom, Conor Shanosky https://www.facebook.com/impactmontreal/app_140144849426314
Four Of A Kind DC spread the wealth, surge past Eastern foe Chicago WASHINGTON – Jostling for playoff position against the team directly ahead of them in the Eastern Conference standings, D.C. United earned an important a 4-2 victory against the Chicago Fire Wednesday at RFK Stadium. After D.C.’s forwards struggled to produce over the past two months, both Lionard Pajoy and Long Tan scored for United to deliver the team’s highest goal output since April 22. Defender Brandon McDonald’s beautifully-placed header in the 51st minute proved the eventual game-winner and capped an all-around solid effort from a home side, while Chicago saw its three-match winning streak snapped on an overcast evening. http://www.mlssoccer.com/matchcenter/2012-08-22-dc-v-chi/recap
Not So Fast DeRo nets his 100th, but Conde spoils party with late equalizer http://www.mlssoccer.com/matchcenter/2012-08-29-dc-v-ny/highlights
From 1-100, DeRo through the years http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10151129281698887.468565.9733218886&type=1
Mission Accomplished D.C. United climb to 4th in East after tough road win over Philly http://www.mlssoccer.com/matchcenter/2012-09-20-phi-v-dc/recap
Boskovic's turn to play hero as DC keep raising their game WASHINGTON — The day it was announced that D.C. United captain Dwayne De Rosario would miss the remainder of the regular season with a knee injury, coach Ben Olsen said he needed "some other guys to raise their game — me included." Have they — and he — ever. In eight days, United have won three consecutive matches without De Rosario, their latest a narrow 1-0 victory over Chivas USA at RFK Stadium on Sunday, and Olsen has more than made good on his direction. “Dumb luck, I suppose,” Olsen said, tongue-in-cheek, following the team's win. http://www.mlssoccer.com/news/article/2012/09/23/boskovics-turn-play-hero-dc-keep-raising-their-game
Recap: Dike scores late as Portland earn 1-1 share with DC PORTLAND, Ore. – D.C. United inched toward their first MLS Cup playoffs berth since 2007 with a 1-1 draw Saturday night at JELD-WEN Field. But United also let a much-needed road win slip away after taking a 1-0 lead in the 60th minute thanks to a controversial hand-ball call. United’s goal, a penalty kick by Chris Pontius, was awarded on a questionable call by linesman Craig Lowry, who raised the flag on Timbers defender David Horst as he rose to defend a Perry Kitchen cross. Portland channeled their anger and rewarded their distraught fans with a 79th-minute equalizer by forward Bright Dike, his second in as many games, to salvage the point. http://www.mlssoccer.com/matchcenter/2012-09-29-por-v-dc/recap
Recap: DC capitalize on error to knock off struggling TFC TORONTO – D.C. United took advantage of a mistake by Toronto FC goalkeeper Milos Kocic in the 88th minute to earn a 1-0 victory at BMO Field on Saturday on a goal by Hamdi Salihi and gather three crucial points in the race for playoff positioning. D.C. United’s third victory over Toronto this season helped them solidify their playoff position with a 16-10-6 record with two regular-season games remaining. Toronto FC (5-20-7) extended their winless streak to 12 games, a run that dates back to July 18 and includes nine losses. Kocic mishandled a low shot from former TFC forward Maicon Santos, leaving an easy opening for Salihi to tap the ball in. It was the 16th goal Toronto have allowed in the final 15 minutes of a league game this season. http://www.mlssoccer.com/matchcenter/2012-10-06-tor-v-dc/recap
Recap: Late goal sends DC to playoffs, eliminates Crew WASHINGTON – The drought is over. For the first time in five years, D.C. United are going to the playoffs. Unfortunately for Crew fans, Columbus won’t be joining them. The Crew were eliminated from the Eastern Conference playoff race after United pulled out 3-2 victory Saturday night at RFK Stadium in a passionate, dynamic, well-played match and Houston defeated Philadelphia. United midfielder Marcelo Saragosa’s goal in the 59th minute leveled the score and assured D.C. a spot in the postseason before substitute Lewis Neal’s breakaway goal in stoppage time put the exclamation point on the celebration, much to the joy of the sellout crowd of 19,647 in the nation’s capital. Eddie Gaven and Jairo Arrieta scored for Columbus. http://www.mlssoccer.com/matchcenter/2012-10-20-dc-v-clb/recap
D.C. United declines options on four players Club declines to pick-up options on Chabala, Dudar, King, Santos D.C. United announced today the club has declined options on four players, including defenders Mike Chabala and Emiliano Dudar, midfielder Stephen King, and forward Maicon Santos. Chabala, King, and Santos are all eligible for the Re-Entry Draft. http://www.dcunited.com/news/2012/12/dc-united-declines-options-on-four-players
DC not after another No. 9 after signing young DP Rafael From the time D.C. United were eliminated from the postseason by the Houston Dynamo in the Eastern Conference Championship, Ben Olsen made it clear his top offseason target was an impact forward. Two months later, Olsen and GM Dave Kasper believe they’ve found their man. On Wednesday, Brazilian striker Rafael Teixeira de Souza signed with the club as a young Designated Player on a one-year loan followed by the option of a permanent transfer. The 20-year-old joins D.C. from Bahia of Serie A, where the 6-foot, 179-pound forward has made 36 first-team appearances and scored 10 goals. http://www.mlssoccer.com/news/artic...er-another-no-9-after-signing-young-dp-rafael
Olsen: we took the best left back D.C. United today announced that the club has selected University of Maryland defender Taylor Kemp with the 17th overall selection in the 2013 MLS SuperDraft. Kemp is United’s lone selection from today’s event in Indianapolis and will join fellow Terrapin Ethan White in the nation’s capital after a standout collegiate career where he bolstered Maryland’s defense at left fullback http://www.dcunited.com/news/2013/0...with-17th-overall-pick-in-2013-mls-superdraft
D.C. United signs John Thorrington Midfielder joins the Black-and-Red from Vancouver Whitecaps FC D.C. United today announced that the club has signed John Thorrington, a midfielder the club selected in Stage-2 of the 2012 Major League Soccer Re-Entry Draft on December 14, 2012. Thorrington played in 19 games (14 starts) with Whitecaps FC in the 2012 season, and has appeared in four matches internationally with the U.S. Men’s National Team. Per team and League policy, the details of the deal were not disclosed. http://www.dcunited.com/news/2013/01/dc-united-signs-john-thorrington
Richmond Kickers, DC United Announce Partnership Richmond Kickers News Release -- www.richmondkickers.com Thursday, January 24, 2013 RICHMOND, Va. – In conjunction with the groundbreaking multi-year deal unveiled on Wednesday between MLS and USL PRO, the Richmond Kickers and D.C. United today announced that the clubs have entered into an affiliate agreement. As a part of this arrangement with the Kickers, United will send a minimum of four first-team players – to be announced at a later date – on long-term loans to Richmond. Separated by a little over 100 miles, the two organizations worked closely together last year to organize loan spells for forward Long Tan and Homegrown defender Ethan White. “We have had a long-standing relationship with the Richmond Kickers and we are thrilled to now have a formal partnership in place that will benefit both organizations,” said D.C. United General Manager Dave Kasper. “Many current and former D.C. United players have gained valuable experience while playing for the Kickers over the years, and we are excited to be working with a club who has a vision of excellence with everything from their professional team down to their academy and youth teams.” http://uslpro.uslsoccer.com/home/690800.html
