Jurgen needs goals. With this roster he might have to turn to the Deuce to find them.
LA 3 – RSL 1: An Unsung Performance
Let’s take a look at some numbers for a little star hiding just outside the limelight.
HOU 2 – KC 0: High Pressing from Both Squads
Kansas City continued their intense pressing. But Houston produced some high pressure as well.
HOU 1 – PHI 0: Deep Defending Sees Houston Through
Houston invited Philly forwarded and relied on stout defending to ensure a place in the Conference Finals.
LA 2 – NYRB 1: If All Else Fails, Work Like a Dog
Becks to Magee is once again the magic formula, and this time it’s enough to send New York on the next flight home.
Seattle 2 – RSL 0: When a Win Isn’t Enough
Seattle exploits a weakened RSL defense, but couldn’t find the final killer goal to even the aggregate.
KC 2 – CO 0 (Again): More KC Defensive Pressure (Again)
Kansas City’s pressing earns the club another 2-0 victory.
Tactics to Watch in KC v CO and HOU v PHI
Two tactics stood out in MLS’ ‘other’ playoff series.
LA 1 – NY 0: Battle of the Designated Ones
There might have been enough salary on the field to pay a Wall Street executive’s bonus, but it was a little guy named Magee who knocked in the game winner and only goal.
RSL 3 – Seattle 0: Post-season Experience Speaks
Sure, they scored 3 goals, but RSL’s defensive statistics are what really impress in this no-shots shutout.
New York 2 – Dallas 0: Shoddy Finishing Dooms Dallas
Dallas kept up a trend: excellent build-up, poor finishing, and a moment of terror from the backline.
USA 0 – Ecuador 1: As Bad as it Looks?
Not even Deuce could find the magic play to save this one.




