Much-improved DC United back line set to lose Jakovic

WASHINGTON ? Just as D.C. United?s back line is finding consistency, Gold Cup duty will claim Canadian international Dejan Jakovic for most of June.

Though he?ll leave the club after Sunday?s meeting with the Portland Timbers to join up with Canada, he said remains focused on taking care of business this weekend.  

?I?m not thinking about [the Gold Cup] right now," Jakovic said. "We obviously have an important game against Portland. The standings are so close, one win puts us in a very good position.?

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United Soccer Club to host ?Spring Kick? end of season tournaments

D.C. United and its non-profit arm, United for D.C., will be holding two days of tournaments to mark the end of the spring season of United Soccer Club. The tournaments will involve all children, ages 6-12, which participated in United Soccer Club this spring. The events will be held on Wednesday, June 1 and Friday, June 3 from 4:30-7:15 p.m. on the RFK Stadium Training Field and will feature matches, player autographs, D.C. United mascot Talon, carnival games, music, and much more.

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Preview: Timbers put home streak on the line against DC

The Portland Timbers once again are putting their undefeated JELD-WEN Field league record on the line when they entertain D.C. United on Sunday afternoon. The Timbers have won five games on the trot at home, last a 1-0 win against Columbus. United are unbeaten in three games after a 1-1 draw with Colorado two weeks ago. The clubs also share a common opponent in Holland?s AFC Ajax, who they?ve faced in friendlies over the last week.

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Is this Barcelona the best club team ever?

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Gold Cup: A Look at Group C

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Much-improved DC United back line set to lose Jakovic

WASHINGTON ? Just as D.C. United?s back line is finding consistency, Gold Cup duty will claim Canadian international Dejan Jakovic for most of June.

Though he?ll leave the club after Sunday?s meeting with the Portland Timbers to join up with Canada, he said remains focused on taking care of business this weekend.  

?I?m not thinking about [the Gold Cup] right now," Jakovic said. "We obviously have an important game against Portland. The standings are so close, one win puts us in a very good position.?

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Defense-first Woolard brings consistency to DC back line

WASHINGTON ? After spending all of 2010 out of MLS, a rash of injuries have given D.C. United defender Daniel Woolard another chance to prove himself in the top flight.

When Marc Burch failed a late fitness test back on May 4 against the Seattle Sounders, opportunity knocked for Woolard, who prior to that had managed just a single start in league play. The left back responded with three solid performances in a row and has helped solidify what had been a shaky defense.

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Recap: D.C. United 3 - Portland Timbers 2

PORTLAND, OR ? D.C. United punctured the Portland Timbers? air of invincibility at JELD-WEN Field on Sunday, defeating the home side, 3-2.

Missing key offensive weapons Charlie Davies and Dax McCarty, both out with injuries, D.C. United became the first team in six to earn an MLS regular season victory in Portland.

It was a game that followed none of the familiar scripts at JELD-WEN Field ? and it included four penalty kicks.

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Recap: D.C. United 3 - Portland Timbers 2

PORTLAND, OR ? D.C. United punctured the Portland Timbers? air of invincibility at JELD-WEN Field on Sunday, defeating the home side, 3-2.

Missing key offensive weapons Charlie Davies and Dax McCarty, both out with injuries, D.C. United became the first team in six to earn an MLS regular season victory in Portland.

It was a game that followed none of the familiar scripts at JELD-WEN Field ? and it included four penalty kicks.

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Recap: D.C. United 3 - Portland Timbers 2

PORTLAND, OR ? D.C. United punctured the Portland Timbers? air of invincibility at JELD-WEN Field on Sunday, defeating the home side, 3-2.

Missing key offensive weapons Charlie Davies and Dax McCarty, both out with injuries, D.C. United became the first team in six to earn an MLS regular season victory in Portland.

It was a game that followed none of the familiar scripts at JELD-WEN Field ? and it included four penalty kicks.

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United in the media ahead of PDX match

For this week's D.C. United media round-up we begin with The Washington Post, where Steve Goff checks in from Portland to discuss the challenges facing the Black-and-Red in a hostile road environment.

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Latin American Weekend Rewind

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NASL Week 8: A Look Back

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NASL Week 8: A Look Back

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Rodney Wallace Q&A

On Sunday, May 29 D.C. United will play its first match against MLS expansion side Portland Timbers. Even though this will be an inaugural encounter for two teams steeped in tradition, there is familiarity between these sides due to a number of offseason transactions that saw several players swap teams. United and Portland exchanged goalkeepers, as Steve Cronin joined the Black-and-Red and Troy Perkins left the District for the Rose City. 

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D.C. United Academy finishes 3-1-2 in weekend action

D.C. United?s Academy teams faced Potomac and Baltimore Bays Chelsea over the past weekend in U.S. Soccer Development Academy play. The Under-16 squad led the way, securing two victories as the Academy finished 3-1-2 overall.

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Mendoza nets brace in wild 3-3 draw between Columbus and Chivas USA

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Soccer Sunday: Your Running Commentary

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Defense-first Woolard brings consistency to DC back line

WASHINGTON ? After spending all of 2010 out of MLS, a rash of injuries have given D.C. United defender Daniel Woolard another chance to prove himself in the top flight.

When Marc Burch failed a late fitness test back on May 4 against the Seattle Sounders, opportunity knocked for Woolard, who prior to that had managed just a single start in league play. The left back responded with three solid performances in a row and has helped solidify what had been a shaky defense.

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United in Portland

INJURY UPDATE IN PORTLAND

D.C. United is on the ground in Portland, as the Black-and-Red arrived late last night in Oregon. Ben Olsen's side will have one final training session this morning before Sunday's match with the Portland Timbers at JELD-WEN Field. The players will train this morning at adidas' North American headquarters in North Portland before watching the Champions League Final this afternoon at the team hotel.

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Preview: Timbers put home streak on the line against DC

The Portland Timbers once again are putting their undefeated JELD-WEN Field league record on the line when they entertain D.C. United on Sunday afternoon. The Timbers have won five games on the trot at home, last a 1-0 win against Columbus. United are unbeaten in three games after a 1-1 draw with Colorado two weeks ago. The clubs also share a common opponent in Holland?s AFC Ajax, who they?ve faced in friendlies over the last week.

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Training notes: Kitchen proves versatility

AJAX FRIENDLY PROVIDES MENTAL BOOST

In last Sunday?s friendly against Dutch side AFC Ajax, D.C. United showed that it could hold its own against the newly-crowned Eredivisie champions. Though the Black-and-Red fell 2-1 to Ajax, the experience provides a boost to the team?s confidence when the players resume League play against the Portland Timbers this coming weekend.

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Neagle, Seattle snap RSL's 29-match home unbeaten streak in league play

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D.C. United Academy finishes 3-1-2 in weekend action

D.C. United?s Academy teams faced Potomac and Baltimore Bays Chelsea over the past weekend in U.S. Soccer Development Academy play. The Under-16 squad led the way, securing two victories as the Academy finished 3-1-2 overall.

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Gibbs' equalizer offsets Wondolowski's goal in Chicago-San Jose draw

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United in Portland

INJURY UPDATE IN PORTLAND

D.C. United is on the ground in Portland, as the Black-and-Red arrived late last night in Oregon. Ben Olsen's side will have one final training session this morning before Sunday's match with the Portland Timbers at JELD-WEN Field. The players will train this morning at adidas' North American headquarters in North Portland before watching the Champions League Final this afternoon at the team hotel.

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Training Notes: United puts emphasis on set pieces

SET PIECE CAUTION

Ahead of Sunday's match against the Portland Timbers (5:00 p.m. ET/Comcast SportsNet), Thursday's D.C. United training session included a large portion of time devoted to set pieces. The team worked on both defending and scoring from dead-ball plays.

"[Portland] is very good on set pieces," Assitant Coach Chad Ashton said following training. "It's no secret that [set pieces] have been one of our weaknesses, so we're going to have to do a good job and hopefully do a better job on the offensive side of [set plays] as well."

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Rodney Wallace Q&A

On Sunday, May 29 D.C. United will play its first match against MLS expansion side Portland Timbers. Even though this will be an inaugural encounter for two teams steeped in tradition, there is familiarity between these sides due to a number of offseason transactions that saw several players swap teams. United and Portland exchanged goalkeepers, as Steve Cronin joined the Black-and-Red and Troy Perkins left the District for the Rose City. 

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MLS Week 11: A Look Ahead

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Rodgers goal salvages New York's draw with Vancouver after Hassli PK

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DC's Kitchen gets good marks as defensive mid vs. Ajax

WASHINGTON ? Before Perry Kitchen?s pro debut, much was made about where the 19-year-old US youth international might line up as a pro for D.C. United.

So far, coach Ben Olsen had tabbed the promising rookie at right back and center back in league games, positions he?s played before while representing the United States at various youth levels.

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Defense-first Woolard brings consistency to DC back line

WASHINGTON ? After spending all of 2010 out of MLS, a rash of injuries have given D.C. United defender Daniel Woolard another chance to prove himself in the top flight.

When Marc Burch failed a late fitness test back on May 4 against the Seattle Sounders, opportunity knocked for Woolard, who prior to that had managed just a single start in league play. The left back responded with three solid performances in a row and has helped solidify what had been a shaky defense.

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DC's Kitchen gets good marks as defensive mid vs. Ajax

WASHINGTON ? Before Perry Kitchen?s pro debut, much was made about where the 19-year-old US youth international might line up as a pro for D.C. United.

So far, coach Ben Olsen had tabbed the promising rookie at right back and center back in league games, positions he?s played before while representing the United States at various youth levels.

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Who will win the UEFA Champions League final?

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United notes: Black-and-Red ready for West Coast swing

READY FOR PORTLAND

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Post-match quotes: D.C. United 1 - AFC Ajax 2

D.C. UNITED HEAD COACH BEN OLSEN

Overall thoughts on the friendly match against AFC Ajax:

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Training Notes: United puts emphasis on set pieces

SET PIECE CAUTION

Ahead of Sunday's match against the Portland Timbers (5:00 p.m. ET/Comcast SportsNet), Thursday's D.C. United training session included a large portion of time devoted to set pieces. The team worked on both defending and scoring from dead-ball plays.

"[Portland] is very good on set pieces," Assitant Coach Chad Ashton said following training. "It's no secret that [set pieces] have been one of our weaknesses, so we're going to have to do a good job and hopefully do a better job on the offensive side of [set plays] as well."

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SBI's South American Weekend Preview

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Much-improved DC United back line set to lose Jakovic

WASHINGTON ? Just as D.C. United?s back line is finding consistency, Gold Cup duty will claim Canadian international Dejan Jakovic for most of June.

Though he?ll leave the club after Sunday?s meeting with the Portland Timbers to join up with Canada, he said remains focused on taking care of business this weekend.  

?I?m not thinking about [the Gold Cup] right now," Jakovic said. "We obviously have an important game against Portland. The standings are so close, one win puts us in a very good position.?

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Much-improved DC United back line set to lose Jakovic

WASHINGTON ? Just as D.C. United?s back line is finding consistency, Gold Cup duty will claim Canadian international Dejan Jakovic for most of June.

Though he?ll leave the club after Sunday?s meeting with the Portland Timbers to join up with Canada, he said remains focused on taking care of business this weekend.  

?I?m not thinking about [the Gold Cup] right now," Jakovic said. "We obviously have an important game against Portland. The standings are so close, one win puts us in a very good position.?

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DC's Kitchen gets good marks as defensive mid vs. Ajax

WASHINGTON ? Before Perry Kitchen?s pro debut, much was made about where the 19-year-old US youth international might line up as a pro for D.C. United.

So far, coach Ben Olsen had tabbed the promising rookie at right back and center back in league games, positions he?s played before while representing the United States at various youth levels.

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Training notes: Kitchen proves versatility

AJAX FRIENDLY PROVIDES MENTAL BOOST

In last Sunday?s friendly against Dutch side AFC Ajax, D.C. United showed that it could hold its own against the newly-crowned Eredivisie champions. Though the Black-and-Red fell 2-1 to Ajax, the experience provides a boost to the team?s confidence when the players resume League play against the Portland Timbers this coming weekend.

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USL Pro Week 9: A Look Ahead

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Finally injury-free, DC's Barklage escapes friendly unscathed

WASHINGTON ? Throughout D.C. United's 2-1 loss in a friendly to Ajax on Sunday, defender Brandon Barklage could hardly forget about the past.

Almost exactly a year ago, on May 26, Barklage played in a friendly against AC Milan and tore his ACL for the second year in a row. The injury ended his season.

?It was on my mind the entire time [against Ajax] because it?s a game that doesn?t mean anything, and I got injured in it last year,? Barklage told MLSsoccer.com.

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Rodney Wallace Q&A

On Sunday, May 29 D.C. United will play its first match against MLS expansion side Portland Timbers. Even though this will be an inaugural encounter for two teams steeped in tradition, there is familiarity between these sides due to a number of offseason transactions that saw several players swap teams. United and Portland exchanged goalkeepers, as Steve Cronin joined the Black-and-Red and Troy Perkins left the District for the Rose City. 

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Finally injury-free, DC's Barklage escapes friendly unscathed

WASHINGTON ? Throughout D.C. United's 2-1 loss in a friendly to Ajax on Sunday, defender Brandon Barklage could hardly forget about the past.

Almost exactly a year ago, on May 26, Barklage played in a friendly against AC Milan and tore his ACL for the second year in a row. The injury ended his season.

?It was on my mind the entire time [against Ajax] because it?s a game that doesn?t mean anything, and I got injured in it last year,? Barklage told MLSsoccer.com.

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D.C. United to unveil third kit against LA Galaxy

D.C. United announced today that the team will unveil its 2011 third kit for the first time against the Los Angeles Galaxy in a League contest on June 3. The match is set for 11:00 p.m. ET from the Home Depot Center, with FOX Soccer broadcasting the contest nationally.

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Must-See Smack Talk: Houston Dynamo vs. FC Dallas

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D.C. United Academy finishes 3-1-2 in weekend action

D.C. United?s Academy teams faced Potomac and Baltimore Bays Chelsea over the past weekend in U.S. Soccer Development Academy play. The Under-16 squad led the way, securing two victories as the Academy finished 3-1-2 overall.

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Garber talks MLS at Sports Franchises and Facilities conference

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Copa Libertadores: Velez Sarsfield manager looks to shake off past demons

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Frank de Boer Q&A

With over 300 appearances as a player for AFC Ajax and 100 caps for the Dutch National Team, Frank de Boer knows a thing or two about the beautiful game. De Boer's club recently ended a seven-year Eredivisie title drought last weekend, as Ajax defeated FC Twente to capture a Dutch record 30 First Division titles. The Ajax manager caught up with dcunited.com at this afternoon's Youth Soccer Clinic on D.C. United's training complex, with the Black-and-Red set to face the legendary Amsterdam side on Sunday, May 22 at 5:00 p.m. ET. 

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RECAP: D.C. United 1 - AFC Ajax 2

Vurnon Anita?s 87th minute goal earned Dutch champions Ajax a late 2-1 win over D.C. United in a friendly match at RFK Stadium on Sunday evening.

Anita?s goal broke a 1-1 tie after Miralem Sulejmani and D.C. forward Blake Brettschneider traded goals in the first friendly pitting an MLS club against an overseas squad in 2011.

WATCH: Blake Brettschneider's goal

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RECAP: D.C. United 1 - AFC Ajax 2

Vurnon Anita?s 87th minute goal earned Dutch champions Ajax a late 2-1 win over D.C. United in a friendly match at RFK Stadium on Sunday evening.

Anita?s goal broke a 1-1 tie after Miralem Sulejmani and D.C. forward Blake Brettschneider traded goals in the first friendly pitting an MLS club against an overseas squad in 2011.

WATCH: Blake Brettschneider's goal

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Seattle Sounders vs. FC Dallas: Match Night Commentary

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'CHASING THE SOCCER DREAM'

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RECAP: D.C. United 1 - AFC Ajax 2

Vurnon Anita?s 87th minute goal earned Dutch champions Ajax a late 2-1 win over D.C. United in a friendly match at RFK Stadium on Sunday evening.

Anita?s goal broke a 1-1 tie after Miralem Sulejmani and D.C. forward Blake Brettschneider traded goals in the first friendly pitting an MLS club against an overseas squad in 2011.

WATCH: Blake Brettschneider's goal

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Frank de Boer Q&A

With over 300 appearances as a player for AFC Ajax and 100 caps for the Dutch National Team, Frank de Boer knows a thing or two about the beautiful game. De Boer's club recently ended a seven-year Eredivisie title drought last weekend, as Ajax defeated FC Twente to capture a Dutch record 30 First Division titles. The Ajax manager caught up with dcunited.com at this afternoon's Youth Soccer Clinic on D.C. United's training complex, with the Black-and-Red set to face the legendary Amsterdam side on Sunday, May 22 at 5:00 p.m. ET. 

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Seattle Sounders vs. FC Dallas: Match Night Commentary

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Training notes: Wolff back on the field

WOLFF RETURNS TO TRAINING, DAVIES WORKS OUT

Eleven days after making an early exit in United's draw against Colorado with a strained groin, forward Josh Wolff returned to the training field at RFK Stadium on Wednesday to particpate in his first team session since the injury. The 34-year-old Wolff took part in seven-on-seven scrimmages, and he hopes to be ready for Sunday's match in Portland.

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United notes: Black-and-Red ready for West Coast swing

READY FOR PORTLAND

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What Ever Happened To: John O'Brien

Legendary Dutch Eredivisie side AFC Ajax is in DC this weekend to take on the Black-and-Red (5:00 p.m. ET, Sunday - Tickets). D.C. United has enlisted former Ajax and U.S. National Team standout John O?Brien to help with a D.C. United/AFC Ajax soccer clinic on Friday and to contribute content to dcunited.com.

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Charlie Davies Comes Full Circle in Long Road to Recovery

Filed under: MLS, U.S. Men's National Team, D.C. United

WASHINGTON, DC -- Charlie Davies was offered a tryout by D.C. United because the club was atop Major League Soccer's allocation priority list.

The expansion franchises in Portland (Kenny Cooper) and Vancouver (Jay DeMerit) had made their choices, and United was next in line thanks to its wooden spoon performance in 2010.

On the surface, it's that simple. It's in the rules.

But Davies, who credits religion for some of the strength required to overcome the horrific litany of injuries suffered in that 2009 car accident, might argue that greater forces are at play.

It was in the Washington area, of course, where the crash occurred -- two nights before the national team's World Cup qualifier against Costa Rica and about four miles from RFK Stadium, where Davies was introduced as United's newest player on Wednesday.

 

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United notes: Black-and-Red ready for West Coast swing

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Training notes: Kitchen proves versatility

AJAX FRIENDLY PROVIDES MENTAL BOOST

In last Sunday?s friendly against Dutch side AFC Ajax, D.C. United showed that it could hold its own against the newly-crowned Eredivisie champions. Though the Black-and-Red fell 2-1 to Ajax, the experience provides a boost to the team?s confidence when the players resume League play against the Portland Timbers this coming weekend.

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Dejan Jakovic called-up by Canadian National Team

D.C. United announced today that defender Dejan Jakovic has been called-up to the Canadian National Team for the 2011 CONCACAF Gold Cup. Jakovic?s last international selection came in February for a Canadian friendly against Greece.

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'CHASING THE SOCCER DREAM'

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D.C. United to unveil third kit against LA Galaxy

D.C. United announced today that the team will unveil its 2011 third kit for the first time against the Los Angeles Galaxy in a League contest on June 3. The match is set for 11:00 p.m. ET from the Home Depot Center, with FOX Soccer broadcasting the contest nationally.

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Evening Ticker: United closes in on de Gea, Giggs plays despite saga and more

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Ajax ticket giveaway

D.C. United's mascot, Talon, will be giving away a pair of tickets each day over the next three days somewhere in the Washington, DC metro area. Here's how you can win:

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