Sounders Miss Rosales

Mauro Rosales has added a new dimension to Seattle's midfield, but Sounders FC will miss the potential MVP candidate as he sits out the next 2-4 weeks through injury, says Kyle McCarthy.

Still A Threat

Gary Smith's side suffered an embarrassing home defeat to Santos Laguna in the CONCACAF Champions League on Tuesday night, but the Rapids still possess the tools to make an impact on two fronts, claims Goal.com's Kyle McCarthy.

Hex Broken

The hex finally broke in the 50th try. With a 1-0 win over Pumas, Dallas became the first MLS side to win on Mexican soil. Marvin Chavez scored in the second half to help FCD secure a historic CCL win.

Champions League Draw Revealed

Seattle could have a chance to get some payback for Major League Soccer as it will be drawn into the same group as current trophy holders, Monterrey, if it gets past the preliminary round. The Colorado Rapids and Los Angeles Galaxy have already qualified for the group stages.

American Soccer's Low Expectations

Despite a decade of growth, it is now time to expect more from American soccer, says Goal.com's Alex Labidou. After watching Real Salt Lake lose to Monterrey on Wednesday, it is clear that Americans lack confidence when it comes time to deliver in the biggest soccer moments.

Yet Again

Real Salt Lake came very close to scoring, but the ending of the CONCACAF Champions League was the same as usual - a Mexican squad claiming the trophy yet again. Monterrey's danger man, Humberto Suazo, was the one who struck for the only goal of the night before a sold-out crowd.

Real Salt Lake Stunned

Real Salt Lake entered the second leg with dreams of continental glory, but it failed to build on a promising start and suffered a rare home defeat to a composed Monterrey side. RSL coach Jason Kreis and his players tried to process the crushing blow following the 1-0 decision.