The Desert Friendlies
The Desert Friendlies conclude today as the PDL's FC Tucson square off with the Portland Timbers. The DF's have been lively so far as several MLS contenders continue to fine-tune their squads. Portland seem to be a step ahead of the competition, and it looks as though former EPL defensive back Mikael Silvestre has earned a spot in the Timbers Army. In one of the early fixtures, FC Tucson gave Open Cup Champions Sporting KC a good run for their money, while giving the home fans something to cheer about as well. With some outstanding in-goal heroics, Tucson are off to a bright start in 2013. Enjoy the highlights from that encounter:
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| Cooper trains with FCD in Cancun |
In a surprising move this week, the New York Red Bulls traded striker Kenny Cooper to FC Dallas for allocation money and a draft selection. The former Hoops man had an outstanding season with New York scoring 18 goals and recording several assists.
A Dallas native, Cooper began his professional career with FCD. Having played in Europe with 1860 Munich and Plymouth Argyle, the forward returned to the States joining the Portland Timbers in their inaugural MLS season. After signing with the Red Bulls, Cooper enjoyed his most productive run since leaving Texas. No doubt, the locals will be happy about his homecoming, and with the combination of recently acquired Eric Hassli, the two could quickly form the most lethal strike force in the league.
(photo credit: FC Tucson facebook, FCD facebook)
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