Chris Wondolowski and Bobby Convey set to represent the San Jose Earthquakes in the 2011 MLS All-Star game against Manchester United
As a jammed pack month of soccer nears a close, Major League Soccer takes a break from their regular season schedule to host their annual All-Star game. Following a format that was successfully instituted six years ago, a select group of the league’s best players will represent MLS against a top international club team. For the 2011 edition of the soccer summer classic, Barclays Premier League champions Manchester United face off against the MLS All-Stars in the match tonight... Read More
San Jose Earthquakes defender Bobby Convey named to 2011 MLS All-Star game against Manchester United
For the second straight year, Bobby Convey of the San Jose Earthquakes has been named to the MLS All-Star team, as announced by Major League Soccer. While in 2010, Convey was a late addition to the team due to injuries to other selections, the Quakes defender was included in the match-day roster for the 2011 All-Star game to be held at Red Bull Arena on July 27. Convey is joined by Earthquakes teammate Chris Wondolowski on the 22-man roster that will be available to head coach... Read More
Are the San Jose Earthquakes making the grade? A look at expectations at the MLS season halfway point
Just days before MLS first kick in San Jose on March 19, I wrote about what should be expected from the Earthquakes in the 2011 season. A very promising preseason and the inclusion of some fresh faces made it clear that the team was aiming to return to the playoffs, where they hoped to take care of unfinished business and make a run at the MLS Cup. It has been eight years since the Quakes brought home the trophy, and ten years since their inaugural championship. Getting so close... Read More