Man. United falls further from elite

(STEFAN WERMUTH / REUTERS)

Samuel Eto’o capitalized on a slack defense for three goals as Chelsea defeats Manchester United, 3-1, in London.

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United drafts 2 more players

United drafts 2 more players

D.C. United selected a Creighton midfielder and Campbell defender in the last two stages of the MLS draft.

World Cup party in Dupont Circle?

World Cup party in Dupont Circle?

The organizers behind a World Cup viewing party at Dupont Circle four years ago want to do it again this summer.

Video: Eto’o hat trick for Chelsea

Video: Eto’o hat trick for Chelsea

Samuel Eto’o scores three goals in the first 45 minutes in Chelsea’s 3-1 victory over Manchester United at Stamford Bridge.

American Top 40: Klinsmann’s roster

American Top 40: Klinsmann’s roster

Juergen Klinsmann and the U.S. national team continue training in Brazil ahead of a friendly against South Korea.

Spirit selects Dunn with 1st pick

Spirit selects Dunn with 1st pick

The Washington Spirit selects North Carolina star Crystal Dunn with the first pick in the National Women’s Soccer League draft.

Introducing Steve Birnbaum ...

Introducing Steve Birnbaum ...

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A ‘win-win’ for D.C. United in MLS draft

A ‘win-win’ for D.C. United in MLS draft

United deals the top pick to Philadelphia for the No. 2 pick and allocation funds, then selects Steve Birnbaum of California.

2014 MLS draft

2014 MLS draft

D.C. United holds the first selection in the 2014 MLS draft today in Philadelphia.

United has several options with top pick

United has several options with top pick

Maryland’s Patrick Mullins? Cal’s Steve Birnbaum or Christian Dean? Trade? D.C. United has choices with the top pick in Thursday’s MLS draft.

D.C. United lineup and roster

D.C. United lineup and roster

A look at D.C. United’s player personnel after the acquisition of eight players and the departure of 12.

United acquires Jeff Parke

United acquires Jeff Parke

In need of a second experienced center back, D.C. United acquired Jeff Parke from Philadelphia for Ethan White and swapped spots in MLS’s allocation order.

No. 1 could be start of anything

No. 1 could be start of anything

With MLS Draft looming, D.C. United knows having the first overall pick doesn’t guarantee much.

U.S. national team news and notes

U.S. national team news and notes

Defender Michael Parkhurst returned stateside to join the Columbus Crew, while midfielder Maurice Edu is seeking a new club.

American Top 40: Brazil bound

American Top 40: Brazil bound

In our latest look at the U.S. player pool, Juergen Klinsmann gears for for a training camp in Brazil and European players continue club seasons.

Mullins, Morgan win Hermann Trophy

Mullins, Morgan win Hermann Trophy

Maryland’s Patrick Mullins won the Hermann Trophy for the second consecutive year, while Virginia’s Morgan Brian won the women’s award.

Marco Pappa to D.C. United?

Marco Pappa to D.C. United?

With Guatemalan midfielder Marco Pappa possibly returning to MLS, D.C. United is receiving trade offers for the top allocation slot.

Friday kickaround

Friday kickaround

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Michael Bradley returning to MLS?

Michael Bradley returning to MLS?

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D.C. United roster update & analysis

D.C. United roster update & analysis

D.C. United finalized a deal with defender Nana Attakora, the sixth player to join the MLS club this winter.

D.C. United signs homegrown player

D.C. United signs homegrown player

Jalen Robinson, a sophomore defender from Wake Forest University, signed a homegrown contract with D.C. United.

American Top 40: Klinsmann’s roster options

American Top 40: Klinsmann’s roster options

Who will Juergen Klinsmann choose for his World Cup roster? We take a look at the top-40 candidates and the positional favorites.

Spirit acquires Averbuch

Spirit acquires Averbuch

Yael Averbuch, a U.S. national soccer team midfielder, will join the Washington Spirit for the 2014 NWSL season.

Klinsmann names U.S. camp roster

Klinsmann names U.S. camp roster

U.S. national team coach Juergen Klinsmann sets his roster for the MLS-dominated winter training camp.

Terps’ Tshuma signs with MLS

Terps’ Tshuma signs with MLS

Maryland sophomore Schillo Tshuma joined Virginia freshman Jordan Allen in leaving school early to sign with MLS.

United close to selling Jakovic

United close to selling Jakovic

Dejan Jakovic, a Canadian center back with the second-longest tenure on D.C. United, is expected to join a Japanese club.

American Top 40: World Cup roster

American Top 40: World Cup roster

My take on the U.S. national soccer team’s player pool leading to the World Cup in Brazil this summer.

2014 soccer calendar

2014 soccer calendar

A list of more than 50 key dates on the 2014 U.S. and international soccer schedule, including the World Cup in Brazil.

Happy holidays from Soccer Insider

While the sun never sets on Planet Futbol, the soccer blog will take a holiday break and return Jan. 2.

Video: Ronaldinho’s goal

Video: Ronaldinho’s goal

Ronaldinho scores on a sparking free kick but Atletico Mineiro drops a 3-1 result to Raja Casablanca in the FIFA Club World Cup semifinals.

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