Quick MLS Thoughts
- It’s going to be a long season for Toronto FC fans who quite frankly deserve better. After a year where they set the league mark for most games without a goal not only didn’t they address the need for a striker but traded away there best midfielder player maker in Ronnie O’Brien without a replacement. Those fans should demand better from a team sitting on 800k in cap space.
- If Cuauhtemoc Blanco can keep his head on straight he will be a joy to watch all season long. Despite the last minute goal that cost them the three points Real Salt Lake fans should have something to look forward too this season.
- Wouldn’t put too much stock in the 3-0 loss if I were a fan of the Dynamo. Playing on the road against a team that you defeated in the MLS Cup is a tough way to start the season.
- D.C United continues its tradition of starting the season slowly. Good to see Claudio Lopez scoring for the Wizards.
- I’ll say to many times from now on but David Beckham and Landon Donovan are not a good fit in the midfield. In fact with all due respect to Donovan who is a great player I’d consider trading him. Beckham plays beautiful long balls and crosses into the box but there is no one too meet them once inside the penalty area. Donovan takes the ball and tries to use his speed to get past defenders. The two styles just clash. I’d consider moving Donovan for someone who can shore up the defense and a big tall forward who can meet Beckham’s crosses.