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Raul + MLS? Another aging stars looks transatlantic

February 25th, 2009

The good news first: the US has an appeal to international stars like Real Madrid’s Raul for the experience of living in the United States

…As an experience, not just for me but also for my family, I could try to play a year probably in the United States. If I did it, it would be for the experience. Read more…

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Rapids Tickets go on sale Monday Feb 24

February 20th, 2009

Tickets for home games at DSGP go on sale this coming Monday, February 23 at 10 am MT.

Head to Dick’s Sporting Goods Park Box Office, call 1-866-461-6556, use the kiosks at any Colorado Dick’s Sporting Goods location, or head to TicketHorse.com.

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Rapids lock in 2 Internationals – Ihemelu, Cummings

February 18th, 2009

Rapids Media just released that we have signed Ugo Ihemelu and Omar Cummings to new multi-year deals. I’m very pleased to hear this news, as both players are making a solid contribution to the Rapids and are beginning to contribute on the international stage. Read more…

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A beautiful day for the beautiful game: US vs. Mexico breaks records

February 16th, 2009

If the comprehensively solid play of the US vs Mexico and the lucky right foot of Michael Bradley weren’t enough, these record-breaking viewer stats should give you a sunny outlook on the state of the beautiful game in the US

  1. 1.2 million viewers on ESPN2: the most watched World Cup Qualifier ever on that network Read more…

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Gomez out, Guerrero in

February 13th, 2009

The Colorado Rapids have sent former MLS MVP Christian Gomez back to DC United in exchange for veteran midfielder Ivan Guerrero. We also received a Designated Player roster spot and D.C. United’s second round 2010 SuperDraft Pick.

Gomez was one of my favorite players in 2007 Read more…

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