Top 10 Attacking Midfielders of the 2014 MLS Season

As the 2014 MLS season draws to a close, Bleacher Report will examine the 10 best players in each position from this campaign. The top 10 goalkeepers, defenders and defensive midfielders have already been revealed, with two lists left in the series. In part four, the top 10 attacking midfielders will be ranked. Only players who play further up the pitch or as an attack-minded winger will be considered for this list. Each player included in this list is required to have vision, accurate passing, goal-scoring ability and must be able to make runs off the ball. Here are the top 10 attacking midfielders in MLS this season.Begin Slideshow

MLS Player Power Rankings After Matches from October 8-12

Following a week in which the stars of Major League Soccer were scoring left and right, some of the top players in the league were not heard from much in Week 31. Due to plenty of players out on international duty, suspensions and a few shocking results, the stars of the league were silent in a week where some of the unsung heroes of MLS stole the spotlight.  Only a few of the players in the MLS Player Power Rankings made massive contributions to their respective sides, which is why we have a few big leaps in positioning this week. Continue reading for a look at who the 20 best players are in MLS after 31 weeks of play. Begin Slideshow

Does Landon Donovan Retire as the Greatest US Soccer Player Ever?

Landon Donovan has always been able to change the game both for the United States men's national team and Major League Soccer.He is the leading scorer for the USMNT, and he has impacted players of all ages. How long will he be considered the best U.S. player? Watch former U.S. national player Janusz Michallik and Bleacher Report's Ryan Bailey discuss Donovan's legacy.Read more MLS news on BleacherReport.com

MLS Teams to Wear Jerseys with Pictures of Fans on Numbers in 2015

Next year, Major League Soccer teams will make sure their season-ticket holders are down on the field with them during games.No, fans won't actually be on the playing field during games. However, pictures of fans will be on player jerseys next season. Season-ticket holders will have the opportunity to submit a photo of themselves to be placed on the numbers on the back of the jerseys.Here's how the "fan numbers" will be put together, via TheCrew.com:Each club will make this initiative available to a specific number of qualifying season ticket holders who will be sent an email providing them access to a portal on the club’s website. Those season ticket holders will then be able to select the number (0-9) and the location within that number -- similar to selecting a seat for air travel -- and upload their picture.The special numbers will be worn during the entire month of August next year. Every jersey—home, away and alternate—worn by teams will have the special numbers.Of course, fans will be able to purchase the unique jerseys.This jersey featuring photos of fans has yet to be done by any of the major North American sports leagues. However, a collegiate summer baseball team did ...

FC Dallas Punches Playoff Ticket in Landon Donovan Farewell

There were several storylines involved when the Los Angeles Galaxy visited FC Dallas on Sunday evening. Dallas was looking to clinch its first playoff berth since 2011, while the Galaxy was looking to gain the upper hand on the Seattle Sounders in the race for the Supporters' Shield. The biggest story of all was what would perhaps be the final appearance of Landon Donovan at Toyota Stadium. The cool Texas evening caused by a light misting rain could not dampen the buzz surrounding this matchup. Every corner kick Donovan stepped up to take was captured by thousands of camera flashes and cellphone pictures. These pictures were accompanied by a handful of ovations during the second half as Dallas fans said goodbye to the American soccer icon. Even with the overwhelming focus on the Galaxy's No. 10, the game provided plenty of excitement. Despite FC Dallas enjoying the bulk of chances in the first half, it was the Galaxy who took the lead on a sublime chip from Stefan Ishizaki. The goal was created when Gyasi Zardes was sent down the wing by Alan Gordon. The resulting cross was headed away, but only to the feet of Ishizaki, who opened himself some space toward ...

5 Things We Learned from MLS Week of October 10-12

After a season full of exciting games, things are coming down to the wire in Major League Soccer's regular season. In the Eastern Conference, Sporting Kansas City, the New England Revolution and the New York Red Bulls all punched their playoff tickets, while in the West, Real Salt Lake and FC Dallas did the same. There's one playoff spot left in each conference, and there were some great goals to look at. Check it all out in this week's edition of 5 Things We Learned from MLS.Begin Slideshow

MLS Team of the Week for Matches from October 10-12

In a week full of player absences and matches with massive playoff implications, a few unexpected stars rose to the occasion for their respective clubs in Major League Soccer. From a three-goal comeback by Columbus to a young player starring for Real Salt Lake, the top players from Week 31 came in all different shapes and sizes. Add in a few top showings from league veterans and you have the latest MLS Team of the Week, which is shaped in a 4-5-1 formation. Begin Slideshow

Winners and Losers from MLS Matches from October 10-12

After some wild, unpredictable results in Week 31, clarity has begun to shine on the Major League Soccer playoff picture.  The once-chaotic Eastern Conference saw a few teams clinch playoff berths, while two clubs on the opposite side of the playoff positions were eliminated.  In the Western Conference, the race for fifth place became clearer after a shocking win by the Vancouver Whitecaps away at the Seattle Sounders.  Thanks to those results, and a few other happenings across the league, we had no trouble determining who the winners and the losers were in MLS this weekend. Begin Slideshow

6 Bold Predictions for MLS Weekend of October 10-12

Between increasingly difficult playoff races, and players away on international duty, Week 31 will produce plenty of hurdles for teams in Major League Soccer to get over.  Some of the teams affected by the circumstances will shake them off and win, but some will stumble due to the growing pressure.  With those two factors in mind, we decided to make some bold predictions about five big games this weekend. The other game involved features two teams few people want to watch right now.  Continue reading on for a look at our six bold predictions for the upcoming MLS weekend. Begin Slideshow

10 Key Battles for MLS Weekend of October 10-12

With three weeks left in the Major League Soccer regular season, there are still plenty of things to be determined in regards to the playoff race.  Luckily for us, there are quite a few crucial games in Week 31 that could determine which teams are in the driver's seat to clinch a spot in the playoffs.  Three of those key clashes come from the Eastern Conference, where the race for the final two playoff spots gets murkier as the weeks move on, which is terrific for those who love chaos.  As we look at the 10 key battles to watch this weekend, we will put the magnifying glass on the matches in Philadelphia, New York and Houston, as well as a few clashes in the Western Conference. Begin Slideshow