The latest indication we have is that Amado is experiencing some delay in getting his visa. We understand that and we can accept that as a plausible reason for him not to be here.

Red Bull is committed to providing not only quality domestic soccer, but also quality international soccer. You can't get much better than Barcelona. Our entire organization is excited about the opportunity to play one of the premier teams in the world.

I remember being in buses, hotel lobbies and bars leading up to the 1994 World Cup talking with guys about how great it would be to have a legitimate league of our own, so getting on the plane in Italy to return and be part of the first year of MLS was one of the proudest moments of my life.

There's no honor in soccer

David Beckham is not bigger than the Galaxy.

I've got to think he's the only guy who smiled when he walked up to the podium. I love that about it and he brings that personality on the field.

Maurice has been a revelation, on and off the field.

This is my first FIFA Women's World Cup . For me, to see how I have reacted to this tournament...I'm totally in.