DC United runs away with super-reserve match 5-3

DC United strolled to a 4-0 lead over the New York Red Bulls in Wednesday’s U.S. Open Cup play-in match, eventually winning 5-3. “It was embarrassing to play a team like that,” said Santino Quaranta about his former team. “We were getting chances like we were playing in a Sunday afternoon league.”

MLS parity on display with 3-3 thriller with TFC

Relying on rookies can make for some nervous moments for DC United faithful, particularly in the later stages of games. The youth movement should pay off in the long run–perhaps even sooner–as fans at RFK on Saturday night were once again reminded of the state of parity that is Major League Soccer. It doesn’t take much to tip the balance of a game, and experience can prove crucial later on.

Namoff helps young DC United defenders come of age

Marc Burch knew exactly when DC United recorded their first shutout a year ago and the thought sent Clyde Simms into recollection.
“It was either Colorado or Kansas City,” Simms recalled. “Yeah it was late, I remember that.”
United actually shut out both of those teams over a stretch of five league games that also included a [...]

DC United rookies adjust quickly to professional level

Chris Pontius (right) and Rodney Wallace have taken advantage of injuries to veteran players to get an early taste of professional soccer. Their performances in the first two matches with DC United bode well for their future and the team’s–as long as they can stay away from the sugar.

United splits halves and points with the Fire

DC United squandered another lead and the Fire came from behind on the road for the second consecutive week, earning four of a possible six points in their first two matches as the guests of two home openers. United dominated the first half taking the lead in the seventh minute on a fantastic goal by Luciano Emilio, his first of the season. But the Fire roared and got the equalizer through Patrick Nyarko eight minutes after halftime.

DC United anticipate hot contest with the Chicago Fire

When DC United plays the Chicago Fire, the fans are guaranteed to witness a hard-fought struggle. The Fire were among the first MLS teams to realize that United is best defended by shutting down their attacking center and DC, in turn, will make life miserable for Chicago’s Cuauhtemoc Blanco. The game may well be settled [...]

United still searching for the keys

The keys to DC United’s success in 2009 lie in two places: the central defense and the wide midfield. Veteran leadership is in short supply at both positions. How will Tom Soehn make up for the lack of personnel at these positions?

DC United comes from behind to survive another day

Francis Doe (here in the colors of his former team, who have been in the news for different reasons) scored twice in the second half to earn DC United three much-needed points in their battle for a playoff spot. It was DCU’s first MLS victory since defeating Colorado 3-0 on Aug. 23 and only the third win in all competitions since the 4-1 win over Los Angeles on June 29.

Infusion of reserves may salvage season

DC United put on their best performance so far in the CONCACAF Champions’ Cup at RFK on Wednesday night, with a side featuring Jaime Moreno as the only premier player. The team still came up short of even the tie that their strenuous efforts earned. The 1-0 loss pretty much guarantees that United will not advance to the knockout stage.

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