Still Team America

Just as I was starting to wonder if the Yanks' time was running out at Fulham, along comes this news chunk. Kasey Keller! At Fulham! That hopefully is the first of many mentions of Portland Timbers in Premiership team press releases (albeit incorrect in this case... we'll let it pass because Keller is a U of P boy).

Of course, this deal does carry a bit of risk. Fulham boss Laurie Sanchez is practically betting the farm on many mid-tier players, rather than a few standouts. Keller has also slid in form from his amazing display in the WC qualifiers, so we have to hope that his best days aren't behind him.

Unfortunately, though, one wishing to see all four Fulham Yanks on the field at once will have to wait. McBride had to be stretchered off the field last week against Middlesboro, when he dislocated his kneecap while scoring Fulham's only goal (how studly is that? When Brian goes down, it's in a blaze of glory). He'll be out for several months at the least, and given his age and the danger inherent in knee injuries, we hope it isn't the last time we see McBride in Fulham white. Or any kit, for that matter.

Tonight! PGE Park! The mighty mighty Timbers play their last regular season home game against Charleston, who bring along former PTFC'er Byron Alvarez. Come with us and sing yr brains out! Give our boys some momentum into the playoffs! Drink some beer! WOOOOOO!!!