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Veteran Wondolowski returns for one more season in MLS

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WASHINGTON, Dec. 25 (Xinhua) — MLS veteran forward Chris Wondolowski will be returning for another season after signing a new one-year deal with the San Jose Earthquakes on Friday, extending his career through the 2021 MLS season.

The American striker had stated before the 2020 season that it would be his last, but that was before the Covid-19 pandemic upended everything and before he still proved to be a vital part of the Earthquakes’ attack, leading the club with seven goals in the past season.

“2020 will certainly be a year we never forget. And while the pandemic has caused so much pain throughout the world, it’s also given me an opportunity to reflect on the things I value the most,” Wondolowski said.

“I was fully committed to making 2020 the final year of my career, but I’ve reconsidered and can’t wait to join my teammates one more time as we look to bring an MLS Cup back to San Jose. The fans have consistently supported me through the ups and downs, and I’d always regret not properly saying goodbye,” he added.

Wondolowski is MLS’s all-time scoring leader, with 166 regular-season goals. He’s 21 clear of second-place Landon Donovan. No other active player is at 100.

Victor Wanyama to sue teenage socialite for defamation

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Harambee Stars captain Victor Wanyama has threatened to sue a 19-year-old Kenyan socialite Shakilla for defamation.

In a video that is doing rounds online, the teenage socialite alleged the Montreal Impact midfielder parted with KSh700,000 have sex with her. Wanyama was among 15 celebs the teenager claimed to have bedded in the recent past.

Of the aforementioned number, the woman states Wanyama was the best of all. This has not gone down well with the 29-year-old who has denied meeting the involved the woman stating everything has been fabricated.

It is for this reason that the former Tottenham Hotspur has revealed his legal team will be on the matter.

Here is the full statement as posted by the midfielder.

My attention has been drawn to a video circulating online containing false, fabricated, and insulting allegations aimed at scandalising my good name and reputation.

I wish to distance myself completely from the contents of this defamatory video. The allegations made therein are a total fabrication and a figment of the maker’s imagination at best.

I have never met any party in the video.

I strongly condemn the actions of both the woman in the video and the publisher of the video Arthur Mandela via his Instagram account @Xtiandela for encouraging the disparagement of the character of individuals based on false accusatory statements.

The allegations made are manifestly fictitious and clearly meant to boost the online audience of both the maker and of the insulting allegations and publisher of the video,” Wanyama continued.

I have worked long and hard to build my character and standing in society.

Such malicious, scandalising, and false assertions about my name and character are unacceptable to me, my family, and institutions who have placed great trust in me.

I am prepared to go to great lengths to protect my good name and character.

Consequently, and with the blessing of my management team, I have instructed my legal team to pursue all legal remedies available to me and to which I have the unreserved right to seek.

Higuain arrives in Miami to finalize MLS move

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MIAMI, Sept. 11 (Xinhua) — Argentinian striker Gonzalo Higuain traveled to the United States on Friday as he moved closer to joining David Beckham’s Inter de Miami.

Club co-owner Jorge Mas posted a picture of himself with the 32-year-old at Miami international airport and an official announcement confirming his move was said to be imminent.

“A warm welcome to Gonzalo Higuain, a world class striker and champion,” Mas said in a message that accompanied the photo.

Higuain is a free agent after he and Italian giants Juventus mutually agreed to terminate his contract a year ahead of its expiry.

The former River Plate, Real Madrid, Napoli, AC Milan and Chelsea player is expected to be placed under a mandatory 10-day quarantine before he can begin training with his new teammates.

Inter Miami are currently 13th in the 14-team Major League Soccer standings, with just two wins from 10 matches in their inaugural season.

Beckham unveiled plans for his own MLS franchise in 2014, exercising an option that was written into his contract with former team LA Galaxy.

Other partners include former Spice Girls manager Simon Fuller, Bolivian-American businessman Marcelo Claure, Japanese entrepreneur Masayoshi Son and South Floridian investor Jose Mas, the brother of Jorge.

New York Red Bulls sign Ghanaian international Samuel Tetteh

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Major League Soccer giants New York Red Bulls have signed Ghanaian international Samuel Tetteh on loan from Austrian side Red Bull Salzburg.

Metro have been struggling in the attacking front and they were keen on strengthening the department and they eventually settled for the West African who was on loan at LASK Linz last season.

“The New York Red Bulls have added Ghanaian national team forward Samuel Tetteh on loan from Red Bull Salzburg of the Austrian Bundesliga pending receipt of his P-1 visa and ITC, the club announced today,” the club confirmed via their official portal.

“Tetteh, 24, will occupy an international slot on New York’s roster through the end of the 2020 season with a club option to exercise a permanent transfer.”

The Black Stars forward managed to score seven goals for LASK Linz last season in the 29 games he was involved in. The player is optimistic of achieving something with the team.

“I am excited to be joining the New York Red Bulls,” Tetteh said.

“I am looking forward to meeting my new teammates and the fans and hopefully we can achieve great things together.”

Red Bulls head coach Chris Armas believes his new acquisition has potential and is excited to be part of the team.

“Samuel is a very interesting attacking player. He’s intelligent, he can create on his own and can stretch back lines with his speed. We know that Samuel has big potential and we are excited to get to work with him.”

2020 MLS regular season set to return next week

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WASHINGTON, Aug. 8 (Xinhua) — Major League Soccer (MLS) announced that the regular season will resume next week with most of the games to be played in empty venues.

MLS suspended the season on March 12 because of the Covid-19 pandemic after teams had played two games each.

The league restarted with the ‘MLS is Back’ Tournament which is being played in Orlando, Florida.

The tournament appeared in danger in July when Dallas and Nashville had to drop out after many of their players tested positive for the Covid-19.

Apart from those two teams there have been only two confirmed positive tests; one from Sporting Kansas City and one from Columbus.

Now the tournament is headed to the championship game next Tuesday when the Portland Timbers face Orlando City.  After the final, the regular season will resume on Wednesday with Dallas playing against Nashville in the first game, the league said.

MLS Commissioner Don Garber said: “We believe we have a good plan, and we believe our players and our staff are focused on adhering to our protocols and if we’re able to do that we should be able to get our games in.

If we can’t do that in a way that’s safe and one that’s ensuring the health of our players, then we’ll have to address it.

If it doesn’t work, then we won’t move forward.” As was the case during the MLS is Back Tournament, the regular season will feature comprehensive health and safety protocols, including regular testing of players, coaches and essential staff for Covid-19.

Each team will play an additional 18 regular-season games and the games will be played in a home-and-away format with most of them played in empty venues.

“We understand that getting back to play is going to have some challenges,” Garber said.

“We’re aware of those challenges, we’re prepared for it, understanding that it’s not going to be easy. We know that we might have issues that are going to disrupt us and force us to postpone games. We’re aware of the need to be flexible, and we are aware that we’re entering a new normal for our industry.”

Atlanta United part ways with coach De Boer

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WASHINGTON, July 24 (Xinhua) — Major League Soccer (MLS) team Atlanta United announced on Friday that the club and head coach Frank de Boer have mutually agreed to part ways.

The club will announce an interim coach shortly while beginning a search for the permanent replacement for de Boer.

“On behalf of Atlanta United, I would like to thank Frank for his leadership and commitment to the club,” said Atlanta United president Darren Eales in a statement.

“Under Frank’s guidance, the club had a strong 2019 season in both MLS and international competition. After discussing it with Frank, the decision was reached mutually to part ways. In winning two trophies in his first season in charge, he will always be a part of the club’s history, and with great appreciation and respect we wish him all the best in the future,” Eales added.

Former Dutch international De Boer was announced as the club’s head coach in December 2018.

Atlanta United finished the 2019 MLS season in second place in the Eastern Conference.  But in the ongoing MLS is Back tournament, the team was knocked out of the round of 16 after losing all three matches in the group stage without scoring.

“I’m grateful for the opportunity I’ve had with Atlanta United,” De Boer said. “Coaching in Major League Soccer and living in Atlanta has been a wonderful experience and a welcome new challenge.

I will never forget the incredible supporters here in Atlanta, they are truly special. I want to thank the players, coaches and staff for all of their support, it has been my pleasure to work with all of you.”

The 2020 season was halted by the COVID-19 pandemic in March, and the league restarted in July with the MLS is Back tournament. MLS said the regular season will follow the MLS is Back tournament.

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