Match Thread: Philadelphia Union vs Toronto [4:30 PM ET] by LocksTheFox in MLS

[–]bendh18 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I wanna see Philly get good one of these years. I feel like they've never really had that strong of an identity, even though they've been around for a while now.

[Hirshey] Can L.A., Major League Soccer handle LAFC's celeb-heavy arrival in 2018? by RamandAu in MLS

[–]bendh18 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What are you even talking about? We have one of the best attendances in the league and LA is a gigantic city. At worst, we'll capture the South Bay and Orange County.

[Hirshey] Can L.A., Major League Soccer handle LAFC's celeb-heavy arrival in 2018? by RamandAu in MLS

[–]bendh18 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Except the Red Bulls aren't an after thought because they have a great stadium, academy, team plus an awesome supporters group. LA Galaxy won't be an afterthought either.

Empty Seats by r0cketsredglare in MLS

[–]bendh18 0 points1 point  (0 children)

LA has two of every sport plus a million other attractions, versus Orlando which is definitely in a different position. Even the Lakers struggle when they're not doin so hot.

Ashely Cole faces month on sidelines for LA Galaxy with calf strain by fantasyMLShelper in MLS

[–]bendh18 10 points11 points  (0 children)

So we have like...4 healthy defenders? Three of which were recently on G2? I already think Onalfo is out of his depth

Kellyn Acosta scores against Árabe Unido (2-0) by jaxx2009 in MLS

[–]bendh18 22 points23 points  (0 children)

Everyone's mirin the goal but the setup was dirty

LA Galaxy: MLS franchise will host London and Manchester scouting events by bergobergo in MLS

[–]bendh18 30 points31 points  (0 children)

It'd be a total MLS thing to trade scouting territory for GAM/TAM wouldn't it

LA Galaxy: MLS franchise will host London and Manchester scouting events by bergobergo in MLS

[–]bendh18 29 points30 points  (0 children)

Filter out the people that would just go for shits and gigs instead of the ones that are actually dedicating to winning a spot.

NASL Commissioner's response to MLS: USSF is the one who makes the rules by BanksKnowsBest in MLS

[–]bendh18 31 points32 points  (0 children)

It's considered discrimination under US Labor law to employ citizens from one country favorably but not another.

Real Salt Lake vs. Minnesota United FC – Feb 15, 2017 by jaxx2009 in MLS

[–]bendh18 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Is anyone else really enjoying these commentators? They're a lot quieter and more on-topic than most american commentators.

MLS expansion city profile: Phoenix by mattjf22 in MLS

[–]bendh18 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah, I think it has like the highest projected population by 2030

My question is...why? What makes it so alluring now? Is it that the city just has a lot more room to grow than most?

Match Thread: Atlanta United vs Chattanooga FC [3pm EST, Live Stream Available] by LaddZilla in MLS

[–]bendh18 12 points13 points  (0 children)

working the fryer at the local taco bell

look at this fat cat over here. can you spare some lentils for the rest of us?

Match Thread: Atlanta United vs Chattanooga FC [3pm EST, Live Stream Available] by LaddZilla in MLS

[–]bendh18 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Let's hope! I think we have probably the most talented lineup we've ever had. If Alessandrini can stay healthy, we can definitely be a top 3 team in the league. The only thing I'm worried about is our depth.

Match Thread: Atlanta United vs Chattanooga FC [3pm EST, Live Stream Available] by LaddZilla in MLS

[–]bendh18 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I know dude...we have the talent too, but I feel like the coaching has held our talent back

Match Thread: Atlanta United vs Chattanooga FC [3pm EST, Live Stream Available] by LaddZilla in MLS

[–]bendh18 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I've never seen an MLS team so quick on their feet...I don't know if it's just the new team excitement or the fact that they're placing a 4th-division team, but this genuinely seems like a more fast-paced, creative team than we've seen in MLS.

The Three Distinct Regions of MLS Expansion Cities by bxranxdon in MLS

[–]bendh18 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Isn't St. Louis not considered that desirable of a city lately either though? Not to dismiss the city, I just don't know how alluring midwest mid-sized cities are or whether they have enough growth to sustain an MLS team.

LA Galaxy release new secondary jersey by bendh18 in MLS

[–]bendh18[S] 11 points12 points  (0 children)

We've had this exact same secondary kit color and style pretty much since Beckham arrived.

The Three Distinct Regions of MLS Expansion Cities by bxranxdon in MLS

[–]bendh18 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Sacramento, San Diego, Cincinnati, Nashville.

My thinking is that MLS should choose cities that would appeal the most to top-dollar signings from overseas. San Diego is an easy one there, Sacramento is close enough to major attractions that it would work too, and Nashville is an up-and-coming city with a great music scene. Cincinnati is definitely the big question in terms of their ability to attract top stars.

Atlanta United Acquire Josef Martínez as Designated Player by El-Guaje7 in MLS

[–]bendh18 11 points12 points  (0 children)

This squad is officially incredible. If they get Carlos Carmona, this is probably one of the best squads of all time for MLS on paper. Anyone have an idea of what the starting lineup/depth chart will look like?