Howard “has returned to Colorado for further evaluation and to determine treatment plans,” stated the federation’s press release.

Boosting the Galaxy’s chances of breaking down Colorado’s vaunted defense is Robbie Keane, who could get the start after coming off the bench to make his return from injury on Wednesday.

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Howard was a thorn in the Galaxy’s side all night, stopping an early chance for Gyasi Zardes with a sprawling save as well as others by Giovani dos Santos and Emmanuel Boateng. The US national team goalkeeper gave credit to his defense for handling the Galaxy.

In order to secure that spot, Montreal relied yet again on Didier Drogba to rise to the occasion. Drogba made the most of the opportunity, whipping the ensuing free kick over the Rapids wall and past a diving MacMath

With New York City FC and Orlando City joining the league in 2015, MLS will hold an expansion draft on December 10. Each club can protect 11 players on its current roster. A protected players list for all teams will be released by the league on December 8.

“I have thoroughly enjoyed my time at UEFA,” said Smith. “However, I feel that this is the right opportunity for me to move on to another exciting and challenging chapter in my career.

Félix Borja scored the game-winner for the second consecutive game as the Goats erased a first-half deficit to beat the reeling Colorado Rapids, 2-1, on Saturday night at StubHub Center.

Landon Donovan converted two penalties and assisted two more goals, climbing within four of Steve Ralston’s career MLS assists record

Rapids veteran Edson Buddle became just the eighth player in MLS history to score 100 or more career goals

Rapids slip to a third successive loss as they fall short at FC Dallas 3-1. The Rapids next play at D.C. United on August 17.

Clint Irwin’s heroics not enough to earn all three points. The Rapids start a two-game road swing, starting on Saturday against Philadelphia (7:00 pm ET, Altitude).

Chavez, Rivero burn former club, give Chivas first win since March. The Rapids travel to Real Salt Lake City for the opening round of the Subaru Rocky Mountain Cup on Saturday, night. While, Chivas finishes a two-game road swing with a trip to face FC Dallas.

Portland Goalkeeper Donovan Ricketts saw a red card in the 68 minute and handed the Rapids a penalty.

One of the most experienced players in MLS history is moving into the coaching field.