The international transfer window for players currently under contract may have closed for MLS on August 15 but the window for free agents remains open. One such player appears to be headed to the capital club which wears black and red. At least that’s the word out of Switzerland where Blik.ch has an article with the [...]

It has been speculated that Jaime Moreno was going to retire since he was added to the MLS All-Star team. Moreno is the last player in the league still playing in MLS that played in the inaugural season. Here is Spanish to English translation of a report in alobolivia.com After 14 seasons Jaime Moreno DC United [...]

This is from the Crew Xtra CHESTER, Pa. — Fifth-year Crew defender Jed Zayner was traded to D.C. United in exchange for a future draft pick, The Dispatch learned tonight. Zayner, 25, appeared in 36 games with 21 starts for the Crew. He confirmed the move after the Crew beat the Philadelphia Union 2-1 tonight. “It’s God’s plan for [...]

Could more Andy Najars and Bill Hamids be on the way into DC United’s ranks? While the present may be bleak for the capitol club as the team sits last in the league, is hemorrhaging money in rent paid for playing at RFK stadium and without a soccer specific stadium in sight there is one bright [...]

According to the Baltimore Sun, city officials, developers and local soccer aficionados believe they can successfully attract D.C. United away from Washington, if plans move forward for a soccer-only stadium in Baltimore. The next step in that process will likely take shape in early September, when a Tampa, Fla.-based marketing consulting firm will release the [...]

From D.C. United press release South African native released after two seasons with the Black-and-Red 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. [...]

We got this rumor from one of MLSR readers linking to BBC Sport. MK Dons have allowed Jemal Johnson to join Major League Soccer side DC United for a trial in the United States. The American-born striker will fly to Washington this week and hopes to win a permanent contract with the MLS Eastern Conference’s bottom side. [...]

We take a lot of flack around here sometimes. One of those times was when we posted this article about Andy Najar being on the European scouting radar at IMScouting. Well now it appears Arsenal is interested in the young player who has yet to be capped by the USA or Honduran national teams. Najar [...]

This is from ESPN.com U.S. international midfielder Sal Zizzo is heading home to the MLS, according to a league source. Zizzo, who represented the U.S. at both U-20 and U-23 levels, saw his contract with Bundesliga side Hannover 96 expire, clearing the way for him to sign in the MLS. His latest destination could be determined as [...]

This is from DC United web site United has not exercised the club option on forward Luciano Emilio, and the former MLS MVP will depart Washington for other opportunities. Emilio was brought back into the fold earlier in the season to bolster United’s attack. The Brazilian made four League appearances for the Black-and-Red, starting one [...]

This is from DC United Press Release Washington, D.C. (July 15, 2010) – D.C. United announced today defender Bryan Namoff has suspended his playing career and will join the technical staff as Special Projects Manager. A 10-year veteran of the Black-and-Red, Namoff moves into a new role with United, assisting General Manager Dave Kasper with [...]

This from DC United web site Washington, D.C. (July 1, 2010) ? D.C. United announced today the club has signed Argentine forward Pablo Hernandez. The 23-year old joins United on loan from Club Defensor Sporting of the Uruguayan first division and will be available upon receipt of his International Transfer Certificate and P-1 Visa. “Pablo is a [...]

This from D.C. United Press Release Washington, D.C. (June 29, 2010) – D.C. United announced today the club has released midfielder Christian Castillo. The 25-year-old made ten League appearances for the Black-and-Red during the 2010 season, starting eight of those matches. In total, the Salvadoran winger registered 691 minutes on the pitch with zero goals scored [...]

According to Paul Tenorio’s Tweet (click here for his Twitter feed), DC United is looking at Argentinian striker Pablo Hernandez, playing in the Uruguayan Primera Division. What do you think? Even without details, is this the position that DC United needs the most help with or should they be focusing somewhere else? With the new [...]

This courtesy od IMScouting.com one of the many sources used by clubs from all over the world to scout players has this feature article on Andy Najar. Andy Najar: The new and improved Freddy Adu Andy Najar is the next big thing in US Major League Soccer. The young Honduran is only 17-years-old, but he is one [...]

As in my June 9th post (click here for the original post and details on Branko coming to MLS), D.C. United announced today the club has signed Montenegrin midfielder Branko Boškovic as a Designated Player. Boškovic comes to United from Rapid Vienna, one of the most successful side’s in the Austrian Bundesliga, where the left-footed [...]

This man could be sticking his toe into MLS waters…in Washington DC! According to the Washington Examiner (click here for the original article and all the details), 30 year old 6′1″ Dutch and NAC Breda right midfielder Edwin de Graaf is the latest target of DC United. Since 2006, he has had 12 goals in 70 [...]

Highlights of the two games last night: DC United vs AC Milan: Seattle Sounders FC vs Boca Juniors:

According to the official Portsmouth FC website (click here for the original article and all the details), Portsmouth FC is head to RFK to play DC United on July 24th. They last crossed the Atlantic in the summer of 1951 for a tour of South America. What do you think? Excited to see MLS teams playing [...]

This man could be looking for a new jersey to wear…possibly in DC! According to James Nursey at the Mirror (click here for the original article and all the details), 30 year old 6′1″ Aston Villa forward Marlon Harewood is a target of DC United as well as Turkish champions, Bursaspor. Apparently, DC United’s bid [...]

This is from a tweet from DC United “Boyzzz Khumalo has received his green card & will no longer count as a international player on DCU’s roster..” DC UNITED Press release Washington, D.C. (May 12, 2010) – D.C. United’s Thabiso “Boyzzz” Khumalo has received his Green Card, freeing up an international roster spot on the club roster. [...]

According to the Daily Observer (click here for the original article and all the details), Real de Banjul 18 year old Gambian striker Edrissa Jarra is on trial with DC United. “Jarra is presently in USA undergoing trials with DC United. He travelled under the invitation of the club [DC United] and if they are happy [...]

Here is an email from a reliable source on the upcoming Philadelphia Union home opener against DC United. “So The Union FO has moved the 1000+ BarraBrava and other traveling DC United fans from above the SOBS to the opposite side of the stadium(still upper deck). The Barra Brava will be escorted into the stadium by [...]

These are from tweets from DC United “Former United defender Carey Talley rejoins the Black-and-Red for the KC match.” “Trialist Barry Rice has also signed with the club and is available for the Wizards match.” Full name Carey Talley Date of birth August 26, 1976 (1976-08-26) (age 33) Place of birth Memphis, Tennessee, United States Height 6 ft 1 in [...]

From Tribalfootball.com Photo – EFE/Archivo DC United are reportedly set to sign former Bolivia international Juan Manuel Pena. The 37-year old defender retired from the game last year but has decided to continue his playing career and it seems almost certain that he will win a contract with the MLS club. Full name Juan Manuel Peña Montaño Date of birth January 17, [...]

ADIDAS UNVEILS TECHFIT UNIFORMS FOR 2010 MLS SEASON Players Will Have Option to Wear Jerseys with TECHFIT Technology Built Into Uniform PORTLAND, Ore. – March 25, 2010 – In preparation for the 2010 Major League Soccer season, adidas has unveiled TECHFIT uniforms for three of the sixteen teams.  For the [...]

D.C. native Wale to perform before D.C. United’s home opener Wale kicks off season-long ‘It Takes More Concert Series’ Washington, D.C. (March 12, 2010) – D.C. United announced today hip-hop artist and DC native Wale will perform before its home opener on Saturday, April 3 when the team takes on the New England Revolution at RFK Stadium. [...]

Washington, D.C. (March 5, 2010) – D.C. United announced today the club has signed midfielder Kurt Morsink.  Morsink comes to United following a stint with the Kansas City Wizards, where the midfielder spent the last three MLS seasons.  In addition, the Black-and-Red announced today the club has released midfielder Flo N’Galula. Last season, while with the [...]

Courtesy of IMG Academies.com Getting to know… Jaime Moreno — Mr. 100/100 Many thought Jaime Moreno’s career was over when he left behind the red and black jersey of D.C. United that personified both personal and team success. It only fueled the skeptics when he proceeded to score 2 goals for the then-named MetroStars — his lowest [...]

From our partner footiebusiness.com We’ve posted a couple of times over the last few months about the litigation involving DC United. The gist of the lawsuit is that the plaintiffs (Jones and Mair) are alleging that DC United (Macfarlane Chang DC Soccer, LLC) breached a contract with the plaintiffs regarding the location of potential DC [...]