http://footytweets.com/dc_united The news and updates in this feed come from D.C. United on FootyTweets. en-us FootyTweets http://footytweets.com/dc_united http://footytweets.com/images/team_logos/121.png WASHINGTON – D.C. United sent one representative to Wednesday night’s MLS All-Star Game, and a very deserving one at that, given Jaime Moreno’s dazzling exploits over a 15-year career. But United fans and officials were hoping the MLS original would have a teammate in Houston. Rookie Andy Najar has... . For more info on the news and updates please visit footytweets.com http://footytweets.com/dc_united/news/333225 http://footytweets.com/dc_united/news/333225 Fri, 30 Jul 2010 00:25:02 +0100 As D.C. United Academy goalkeeper Dakota Niedermeier walked off the Robertson Stadium field Thursday, lugging the SUM U-17 Cup championship trophy, an opposing coach walked near him and offered his opinion on Niedermeier’s best save of the day. Then a trainer chimed in with her opinion, and the... . For more info on the news and updates please visit footytweets.com http://footytweets.com/dc_united/news/333196 http://footytweets.com/dc_united/news/333196 Thu, 29 Jul 2010 21:25:08 +0100 D.C. United goalkeeper Dakota Niedermeier turned in a performance for the ages on Thursday, stopping five straight penalty kicks and converting the game-winner in a nine-round shootout as D.C. won its third SUM Cup title in four years and second in a row with a heart-stopping 5-4 shootout win over... . For more info on the news and updates please visit footytweets.com http://footytweets.com/dc_united/news/333174 http://footytweets.com/dc_united/news/333174 Thu, 29 Jul 2010 20:28:48 +0100 DEPARTURE FOR SALT LAKE CITYUnited's players will go through their paces at RFK Stadium this morning before departing for Real Salt Lake in the evening. The Black-and-Red have enjoyed a strong week of training, and Curt Onalfo's men appear focused and relaxed as the team prepares to leave for Salt... . For more info on the news and updates please visit footytweets.com http://footytweets.com/dc_united/news/333060 http://footytweets.com/dc_united/news/333060 Thu, 29 Jul 2010 18:25:55 +0100 Earlier this week, I wrote about how increased contributions from Santino Quaranta are needed in order for the team to salvage something from this season. I wasn't singling him out for negative reasons, but he has the potential to provide a lift for this club that few others possess. On the heels... . For more info on the news and updates please visit footytweets.com http://footytweets.com/dc_united/news/332886 http://footytweets.com/dc_united/news/332886 Thu, 29 Jul 2010 18:11:08 +0100 HOUSTON - After Philadelphia had Manchester United on the ropes and Kansas City defeated the Red Devils on Sunday, there is real hope the MLS All-Stars can defeat the perennial EPL contenders in Wednesday night's All-Star Game. Add the fact that Manchester United is finishing up preseason... . For more info on the news and updates please visit footytweets.com http://footytweets.com/dc_united/news/332391 http://footytweets.com/dc_united/news/332391 Wed, 28 Jul 2010 19:25:13 +0100 D.C. United opened the scoring in the 19th minute when left back Marco Hurtado stepped forward, beat a man, and slipped a pass to Cody Albrecht at the top of the box. Albrecht made a slashing right-footed dribble between two players to break into the box alone, then finished low past goalkeeper... . For more info on the news and updates please visit footytweets.com http://footytweets.com/dc_united/news/332255 http://footytweets.com/dc_united/news/332255 Wed, 28 Jul 2010 15:30:50 +0100 Tonight, Jaime Moreno will take part in the MLS All-Star game. The MLS All-Stars will be coached by Moreno's old boss, Bruce Arena as they take on Manchester United. Moreno was added to the All-Star roster as a 'Commissioner Pick', and MLS commissioner Don Garber had the following comments about... . For more info on the news and updates please visit footytweets.com http://footytweets.com/dc_united/news/332254 http://footytweets.com/dc_united/news/332254 Wed, 28 Jul 2010 15:30:47 +0100 WASHINGTON -- D.C. United have mystified fans and observers in a number of ways this year, be it their maddening tendency to surrender late goals, a 6-0 record in games played on Wednesday or the fact that the team’s leading scorer is a 17-year-old academy product.But the oddest quirk of a... . For more info on the news and updates please visit footytweets.com http://footytweets.com/dc_united/news/331841 http://footytweets.com/dc_united/news/331841 Wed, 28 Jul 2010 03:25:04 +0100 Andy Najar is seemingly afraid of nothing on the pitch. Running at opposing fullbacks? No problem. Rising to the occasion on set pieces? Not an issue. So as United's young star continues his ascension , we ask the question: what does bother Najar? Well "bother" may not be the right word, but... . For more info on the news and updates please visit footytweets.com http://footytweets.com/dc_united/news/331811 http://footytweets.com/dc_united/news/331811 Tue, 27 Jul 2010 23:25:09 +0100 Washington, D.C. (July 27, 2010) - D.C. United is set to host the FIFA 2010 Xbox Challenge on Saturday, August 21 prior to the club’s home contest against Philadelphia Union on Sunday, August 22. 64 gamers will meet in the VW Lounge at RFK Stadium at 11:00 a.m. for the chance to compete for up to $... . For more info on the news and updates please visit footytweets.com http://footytweets.com/dc_united/news/331782 http://footytweets.com/dc_united/news/331782 Tue, 27 Jul 2010 22:25:12 +0100 WASHINGTON, DC (July 27, 2010) - D.C. United announced today the club has waived forward Thabiso “Boyzzz” Khumalo. Originally acquired in September 2008, the 29-year old made 27 appearances in all competitions for the Black-and-Red. “Boyzzz provided United fans some shining moments during his time... . For more info on the news and updates please visit footytweets.com http://footytweets.com/dc_united/news/331781 http://footytweets.com/dc_united/news/331781 Tue, 27 Jul 2010 22:25:11 +0100 REAL AWAKENINGAfter a U.S. Open Cup quarterfinal victory on July 21 and a 4-0 thrashing of English side Portsmouth Football Club three days later, United returns to League play this weekend in Utah. The Black-and-Red will battle the reigning MLS Cup Champion, Real Salt Lake - a side that United has... . For more info on the news and updates please visit footytweets.com http://footytweets.com/dc_united/news/331780 http://footytweets.com/dc_united/news/331780 Tue, 27 Jul 2010 22:25:11 +0100 Andy Najar won’t score every game, he won’t come to United’s rescue every game, and he won’t help D.C. win every game. But every single time he sets foot on the field, he is sure to come up with some play that makes the best fans in the league take notice at the special qualities of this supremely... . For more info on the news and updates please visit footytweets.com http://footytweets.com/dc_united/news/331199 http://footytweets.com/dc_united/news/331199 Tue, 27 Jul 2010 09:25:13 +0100 Washington, D.C. (July 26, 2010) - Seeking redemption for a group stage loss at the 2010 U.S. Soccer Developmental Academy National Finals to Chicago, D.C. United’s U-16 side defeated the Fire 5-3 on penalties to open the 2010 SUM Cup in Houston on July 23. United avenged the defeat from two weeks... . For more info on the news and updates please visit footytweets.com http://footytweets.com/dc_united/news/331198 http://footytweets.com/dc_united/news/331198 Tue, 27 Jul 2010 09:25:13 +0100 Washington, D.C. (July 26, 2010) - As part of D.C. United’s continued efforts to make appearances in the community, United players will be making various appearances throughout the Metropolitan area this week. Players Brandon Barklage, Jordan Graye, Dejan Jakovic, Julius James, Stephen King, and... . For more info on the news and updates please visit footytweets.com http://footytweets.com/dc_united/news/331157 http://footytweets.com/dc_united/news/331157 Tue, 27 Jul 2010 08:25:04 +0100 HOUSTON —�Jaime Moreno was clearly surprised at being named to the All-Star roster last week, but the nod—in many ways a recognition of his 15-year-MLS career—has given him a chance to reflect on his past. However, after the 2010 All-Stars wrapped up their first practice together on a hot and... . For more info on the news and updates please visit footytweets.com http://footytweets.com/dc_united/news/331070 http://footytweets.com/dc_united/news/331070 Mon, 26 Jul 2010 21:25:53 +0100 Do you know which field player leads D.C. United in minutes played during MLS matches this season? Of course you do, it’s Clyde Simms. It’s always Clyde Simms. But, do you know who is second on the team? Santino Quaranta! It’s true, Santino has played only 27 minutes fewer than Clyde. The... . For more info on the news and updates please visit footytweets.com http://footytweets.com/dc_united/news/330993 http://footytweets.com/dc_united/news/330993 Mon, 26 Jul 2010 18:25:13 +0100 If the 2010 MLS All-Stars were an EPL team, how would they fare?online surveys The best of MLS will challenge the best of British soccer on Wednesday in the 2010 MLS All-Star Game at Reliant Stadium. This season's All-Star roster is one of the strongest-looking sides in recent years, so that... . For more info on the news and updates please visit footytweets.com http://footytweets.com/dc_united/news/330527 http://footytweets.com/dc_united/news/330527 Mon, 26 Jul 2010 01:25:03 +0100 WASHINGTON, D.C. - Portsmouth FC has suffered through ownership turmoil, financial meltdown, relegation from the English Premier League and a massive exodus of star players over the past year. Now it seems that luck has even deserted them on their preseason tour of North America, as they were run... . For more info on the news and updates please visit footytweets.com http://footytweets.com/dc_united/news/330041 http://footytweets.com/dc_united/news/330041 Sun, 25 Jul 2010 04:25:03 +0100