Even A Superstar Can’t Be Everywhere by William C. Rhoden (Commentary | New York Times - July 17) David Beckham made his 2009 Major League Soccer debut with the Los Angeles Galaxy on Thursday at Giants Stadium. Two years ago, he made his wildly celebrated debut in the league, but this time there was no carnival atmosphere, no breathless promotion, none of the hysteria of 2007, when Beckham was portrayed as M.L.S.’s savior.more details | go to article
U.S. Women Pound Home Message by William C. Rhoden (Profile/Interview | New York Times - August 15) RENE SIMOES entered the news conference yesterday with steam coming out of his head. His Brazilian women's soccer team had lost to the United States, 2-0, in a first-round game. He had also lost two of his best players for good. Elaine sustained a concussion and Kelly broke her collarbone.more details | go to article
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