Fire's defense will be key vs. Timbers - Chicago Sun-Times

Fire's defense will be key vs. Timbers Chicago Sun-Times Major League Soccer and look to pressure opposing defenses with a number of offensive tactics. The Fire expects the Timbers to be even more aggressive offensively, considering they've gone scoreless in their last three games. ''They're a team right now ... and more »

TFC rediscovers its tactical identity - Sportsnet.ca

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TFC rediscovers its tactical identity Sportsnet.ca Forward Ryan Johnson, who questioned the defensive tactics employed by Winter after the loss to DC, thinks the team is on the right track now that it has recommitted itself to playing attacking soccer. "The DC game at home was one of those games where ... and more »

Carrboro rolls into state 2-A girls' soccer semifinals - Durham Herald Sun

Carrboro rolls into state 2-A girls' soccer semifinals Durham Herald Sun First Flight coach Mark Cross used halftime to change his offense. After their anemic one-shot first half, the Night Hawks opened the second period firing away from midfield and beyond and chasing it into the Carrboro zone. The tactic paid off early, ...

Clint Dempsey becoming the face of American soccer - SportingNews.com

Clint Dempsey becoming the face of American soccer SportingNews.com He is the player who must come through in the clutch and the player around whom the coach will craft offensive tactics and formation. The US has been taking soccer seriously for about 30 years now, and Dempsey is the closest thing to a world-class ... and more »

Down 0-3, Coyotes aren't giving up in West final - Yahoo! Sports

Down 0-3, Coyotes aren't giving up in West final Yahoo! Sports Los Angeles goalie Jonathan Quick has allowed just 17 goals in 12 games, and the Kings' low-scoring offense has become potent, averaging just over three goals per game. Although Los Angeles coach Darryl Sutter would prefer to finish off the Coyotes on ... and more »