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Morning Read: Donovan Returning, Definitely Maybe
The Los Angeles Galaxy star talks with Bruce Arena and decides... well, something; Clint Dempsey earns respect from yet another coach, while finding himself in some impressive company.
BY
Jesse Yomtov
Posted
January 22, 2013
3:41 AM
Landon Donovan will “definitely” play for the Galaxy in 2013, Bruce Arena says. But L.A.’s manager also says he “wouldn't want to report that now because we still haven't finalized it.” The whole thing is very confusing. Mind games, man. Mind games.
Clint Dempsey and Andre Villas-Boas have glowing things to say about Clint Dempsey’s form in the wake of his monumental goal Sunday. Deuce has begun feeling more comfortable playing up top and wants to create more chances in the attacking third. "Clint is a goalscorer," Villas-Boas says, echoing what United States supporters have known all along. "He sniffs these opportunities like no one else.” High praise from a man who has managed Falcao and Didier Drogba.
Remaining on the Clint Dempsey beat, did you know he's one of only six players with at least five Premier League goals in each of the last six seasons? Other names on that list include Wayne Rooney, Robin van Persie, and Frank Lampard. We told you: goalscorer.
Tim Howard and Everton drew 0-0 with Southampton, Howard’s second consecutive Premier League clean sheet, extending his shutout streak to 268 minutes. File those rumors of Howard's demise under: overblown, very.
The U.S. plays Mexican champion Tijuana in a closed-door scrimmage at the Home Depot Center today. Only players who didn’t feature in Tijuana’s match on Sunday will be available, which means that Joe Corona and Greg Garza might appear for Xolos. However, Corona has a minor shoulder injury and could sit out. It could be a good opportunity for Klinsmann to get a first-hand look at Garza.
MLSSoccer.com ranks the top 10 MLS alumni in the league's history. Guess who's No. 1. No, seriously, do it in the comments.
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