I'm So Excited!

So Landon is excited to play in the Premier League. Being given the #9 shirt has to put some pressure on him and the media in England will actually pay attention to him. So I hope his excitement doesn't cause him to freak out Jesse Spano style. I'm so scared!

More Donovan at Everton news

Landon Donovan was officially unveiled to the media today and what surprised me is that he received the number 9 shirt. Talk about expectations! Landon also revealed that David Beckham helped him in his decision to go on loan to Everton. Will Donovan fail or succeed? And what would be a successful loan spell? Let us know what you think.

The Mexican Lottery?

I have no idea what this is about...other than a Mexican lottery game. Oh Danny Boy, please translate!


UPDATE - Someone was kind enough to translate this for me...no thanks to ODB.
Caption - Mexican Frontier 7:30am
COP: Stop right there.
LD: I am Mexican.
COP: Of course not, you're Landon Donovan!
LD: Awwh.
COP: What are you doing over here?
LD: It's just that it's winning in Mexico is easier.
COP: WHAT?!?
LD: No, no, no! I'm talking about GanaGol.
COP: GanaGol???
LD: GanaGol - the new game where it's easier to win because there are only 12 games.
COP: Well, it'll be easier for ME...not for you!
LD: [Sighs]
COP: So go back home. NOW! LET'S GO!
LD: [Walking Away] CULEEEEEEERO!

Landycakes To Everton

Landon Donovan has signed a loan deal with Everton just days after signing a 4 year contract extension with MLS and the LA Galaxy.

Conan Talks MLS Cup

Landycakes Interview

Bob Ley asks Landon Donovan the hard question about his pro career and lobs him some softballs on Friday's World Cup draw and Henry's handball.

MLS Final Kick - The Final Kick

I'm guessing this will be the last Final Kick we see until March 2010.
*They make a mistake in the video calling Andy Williams, Robbie Findley. What do you expect from the same guys that got his wife wrong too?

The MLS Goal Of The Year

The Golden Boy of U.S. Soccer wins the 2009 MLS Goal of the Year.

Landon Donovan, United Against Malaria

Good to see Landon taking time from his busy schedule for a good cause.

MLS Western Conference Final Highlights

Your highlights complete with multiple blackouts.

Are You Ready?

Apparently the Galaxy are ready for tonight's game, but are you? Me, I stay ready.

More Playoff Post Game Reactions

From Dennis Hamlett, Head Coach of the Chicago Fire.


From the LA Galaxy Front Office

SuperClasico Highlights

MLS Cup Playoff Predictions

In anticipation of the MLS playoffs starting tonight, I will attempt the surefire method of looking like an idiot who has no idea what he is talking about and make some predictions.

East:
Columbus Crew (1) vs Real Salt Lake (4):
Columbus has been too strong over the last two years to vote against them. Having said that, RSL has the firepower to post the biggest upset of this year’s playoffs. For RSL to get past Columbus it will have to get a huge performance from one of its creative veterans. Lucky for RSL, Andy Williams and Clint Mathis both have the ability to be the game changer that RSL needs.

My pick: Columbus

Chicago Fire (2) vs New England Revolution (3):
Neither of these teams have been playing particularly well, but they both have unique advantages. New England has as much playoff experience as any other team, plus their drive to win a championship has been building for 14 years. Chicago has Blanco. In the end, Blanco will win.

My pick: Chicago

Conference Finals:
I have to go with Columbus for their consistency over the last two seasons.

West:
LA Galaxy (1) vs Chivas USA (4):
Chivas started the year strong, but the Galaxy always have the edge in the Super Classico. The Galaxy have a well rounded team and the two best players in the league (Yes I said it. It’s subjective so go ahead and disagree).

My pick: LA Galaxy

Houston Dynamo (2) vs Seattle Sounders FC (3):
On the surface, this is the most evenly matched series, but Seattle has had Houston’s number all year. Add in the fact that Houston did not finish the season strong, and Seattle ended with a three game win streak, and I have a feeling Seattle will walk away with this one and kill off the hopes their second Texan opponent in a row.

My pick: Seattle

Conference Finals:
Mr. Roth will be getting ready to produce a Cinderella story movie about his team winning the trophy in their own stadium in their first year, but the Galaxy will not stand for it. It has been years since Donovan was in the playoffs, but no one should forget that he is unstoppable once he gets there. Donovan will lead the Galaxy to the championship game.

MLS Cup:
You could really just read what I said about Landon in the Western Conference Finals. He will lead the Galaxy to the Cup before he heads back to Europe in the winter, and pictures of Beckham with cup will be seen all over the world.

LA Galaxy vs SJ Earthquakes Highlights

LAndycakes goes to work and gets the job done and the Gals claim the top spot in the West. It's amazing the difference a year makes.

Landon's Goal On Friday Night

In case you missed the MLS Game of the Week on Friday, you can watch it in it's entirety on ESPN360...or you can see Landon's goal right here.

LA Galaxy vs Toronto FC

The Canucks visit the HDC.

With Buddle and Becks back and Birchall on board, the Galaxy are looking good.

MLS Goal Of The Week Nominees Week 23

Friday Roundup

There's a lot going on today and I haven't done a good job of keeping everybody updated. So we're going to just blow through some stories that I find interesting.

First off, Juan Carlos Osorio has resigned as the head coach of MLS's worst team.

Steven Goff has a look at the U.S. coaching salaries. I think anything over minimum wage is paying Bob Bradley too much.

The New York Times sat down for a little Q&A with Gooch.

Staying in the Big Apple, rumors have surfaced that Barcelona are interested in purchasing the Red Bulls.

There are reports out of France that Landon Donovan maybe heading to PSG.

The Houston Dynamo have signed their first Designated Player, Luis Angel Landin of Cruz Azul. Don't be surprised to see him in orange as soon as Sunday in the Dynamo's clash against the Sounders.

To add further intrigue, Freddie Ljungberg may now suit up for the Sounders as he has been diagnosed with hypoglycemia. The Sounders are a different team with him on the field.

A ton of new FIFA Soccer 10 screenshots have dropped on the German site Video Games Zone.

LA Galaxy vs Chicago Fire Highlights

Landon Donovan is the best player in the league.