United Shut Out Crew 1-0
Thabiso “Boyzzz” Khumalo fights for the ball. He helped Luciano Emilio earn the only goal of the night, leading the United to a 1-0 win. (Photo by Kate McGovern/OffWing Photo)
DC United defeats San Juan Jabloteh 5-1
Slideshow from DC United’s routing of San Juan Jabloteh on a cool Wednesday evening in Washington, DC.
DC United Shut Out Marathon
Jamie Moreno helped the United to a 3-0 win over the Marathon tonight, scoring during the second half before being ejected. Luciano Emilio scored the other two. (Photo by Kate McGovern/OffWing Photo)
Freedom Fall To LA Sol In Final Minutes
WASHINGTON, DC - JULY 5: Allie Long #9 of the Washington Freedom attempts to score on Goal Keeper Karina LeBlanc #23 of the Los Angeles Sol struggle for control of the ball during a WPS game at Maryland SoccerPlex in Boyd, MD on July 5, 2009. (Photo by Allen Clark/www.OffWingPhoto.com)
While the Washington Freedom was looking to rebound from their 1-2 decision against the Chicago Red Stars, the league-leading Los Angeles Sol came into town looking to pull farther ahead in the number one spot in the league.
The Freedom did their part for 90 minutes, but in extra minutes LA Sol’s Marta with her footwork and speed beat the Freedom defense scoring LA’s only goal.
WASHINGTON, DC - JULY 5: Goalie Karina LeBlanc #23 Los Angeles Sol looks on as the ball narrowly misses the goal for the Washington Freedom during a WPS game at Maryland SoccerPlex in Boyd, MD on July 5, 2009. (Photo by Allen Clark/www.OffWingPhoto.com)
While the Freedom and Sol have played twice already this season this marks the first time this season that the Freedom will had their home town fans there to cheer them on. For the most part the fans had a lot to cheer about as Freedom played a great game, narrowly missing several scoring opportunities.
Next up for the Freedom is an away game against Sky Blue FC before returning back home on July 18 to play Saint Louis Athletica at RFK in a double header prior DC United match-up with the Colorado Rapids.
Late Goal Lets DC United Keep Conference Lead
WASHINGTON, DC – May 9: The DC United celebrate a goal in their Saturday night game against the Toronto FC. (Photo by Kate McGovern/OffWing Photo)
In the 86th minute, the United came from behind and tied the score at 2-2, but Toronto answered back a minute later, regaining the lead. In the 92nd minute, the United earned a penalty kick and Jaime Moreno delivered, ending the game at 3-3. The tie allows the United to retain their Eastern Conference lead.
Ben Olsen Gives United The Tie Against Revolution
Ben Olsen scores tieing goal late in the game against NE Revolution
Ben Olsen scores with minutes left for the tie.
Freedom Tie Chicago In Home Opener
Becky Sauerbrunn #22 of the Washington Freedom drives down the field with Ella Masar #3 of the Chicago Red Stars in pursuit.
Women’s professional soccer is back. Tonight the Chicago’s Red Stars were in town to play the Washington Freedom. Defender Becky Sauerbrunn scored the team’s first goal in the 54th minute on a cross from midfielder Sonia Bompastor to tie the score.
Abby Wambach #20 of the Washington Freedom falls to the ground following a goal attempted against the Chicago Red Stars. (Photo by Allen Clark/www.OffWingPhoto.com)
Despite outshooting Chicago 26-8, the Freedom weren’t able to convert their on field dominance into any additional scores.
United Posts First Win Over Houston
WASHINGTON, DC - APRIL 4: Luciano Emilio #11 of D.C. United controls the ball against the Houston Dynamo during a MLS game at RFK Stadium in Washington, DC on April 4, 2009. (Photo by Allen Clark/www.OffWingPhoto.com)
D.C. United scored their first victory of the young season over the Houston Dynamo, 1-0. Luciano Emilio scored the games lone goal in the 47 minute of play, lobbing the ball over Houston’s goalie Pat Onstad.
“It’s good to be tested early and to come away with three points. It shows that we got some men out there and we stepped up in a difficult situation against a good team,” said Ben Olsen. “They’re still Houston, they still have a lot of weapons. To fight like that as a team and get out with three points is a great first win for us. There are still things we can work on, I think the soccer at times, is not the greatest, but defensively some of the stuff we’ve emphasized was pretty good.”
Freedom Beat UVA in Charity Exhibition
GERMANTOWN, MD – April 4: The Washington Freedom beat the University of Virginia Cavaliers 2-0 tonight in a charity game benefitting KICKS Against Breast Cancer. All money raised went to the Claudia Mayer Cancer Resource Center at Howard County General Hospital, a division of Johns Hopkins Medicine. (Photo by Kate McGovern/OffWing Photo) (more…)
United And Chicago Tie Home Opener
D.C. United Shut Out Colorado Rapids 3-0
WASHINGTON, DC – AUGUST 23: United goalie Louis Crayton celebrates D.C.’s third goal of the night, scored by Quavas Kirk with just minutes left in the game. The first two goals came from Joe Vide and Santino Quaranta. (Photo by Kate McGovern/OffWingPhoto)
United End Losing Streak With 2-0 Win
The DC United ended their four game losing streak last night with their first shutout of the season, a 2-0 win over the Kansas City Wizards. Luciano Emilio earned the first goal 28 minutes into the first half, and Jaime Moreno sealed the 2-0 lead early in the second.
WASHINGTON, DC – AUGUST 3: Bryan Namoff prepares to receive the ball. (Photo by Kate McGovern/OffWingPhoto)
United Fall To CD Gaudalajara In SuperLiga
Here are a few shots from DC United’s losing effort against CD Guadalajara. We will be posting up more a little later today.
RFK stadium lost power in half the stadium last night during play. The outage delayed play while the lights had to reset themselves and come back on. This provided an opportunity for some photos that would typically have to be staged or “Photoshopped.”
WASHINGTON, DC – JULY 12: Gonzalo Martinez #23 of the DC United stretches in the dark after half of the stadium lost power during a SuperLiga game against CD Guadalajara at RFK Stadium in Washington, DC July 12, 2008. (Photo by Allen Clark/www.OffWingPhoto.com)
WASHINGTON, DC – JULY 12: Fred #7 of the DC United trys to head the ball for a goal against CD Guadalajara goalie Luis Michel during a SuperLiga game at RFK Stadium in Washington, DC July 12, 2008. (Photo by Allen Clark/www.OffWingPhoto.com)
WASHINGTON, DC – JULY 12: Goalie Zach Wells #1 of the DC United misses the ball during a SuperLiga game against a CD Guadalajara at RFK Stadium in Washington, DC July 12, 2008. (Photo by Allen Clark/www.OffWingPhoto.com)
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Victory over Earthquakes Seals Five Game Win Streak for United
WASHINGTON, DC – JUNE 22: The DC United beat the San Jose Earthquakes 3-1 today, adding a fifth game to their winning streak. After a scoreless first half, Clyde Simms earned the first goal of the afternoon, but the Earthquakes answered one minute later. Gonzalo Martinez put the United back on top shortly after, and Luciano Emilio notched the third and final goal. (Photo by Kate McGovern/www.OffWingPhoto.com)
WASHINGTON, DC – JUNE 22: Defender Bryan Namoff loses his race to the ball. The United were able to hold off the Earthquakes 3-1. (Photo by Kate McGovern/www.OffWingPhoto.com)
DC United Cruise To 4-1 Victory Over NY Metros
Last night Luciano Emilio went from bum to hero as his hatrick of goals helped DC United add another game to their now four game unbeaten streak.
WASHINGTON, DC – JUNE 14: Luciano Emilio #11 of the DC United scores a goal against New York Red Bull’s goalie Jon Conway #18 struggle for control of the ball during a MLS game at RFK Stadium in Washington, DC June 14, 2008. (Photo by Allen Clark/www.OffWingPhoto.com)
We’ve got your United pictures, for more on the game and reactions visit the following sites:
- The DCenters, First Impression – D.C. United 4 : 1 New York Red Bulls
- BLCKDGRD, United 4, Metros 1
- Behind The Badge, DCU 4 – NYRB 1: Post-game
- From The Washington Post’s Soccer Insider, DCU-NY, The Aftermath
- From DCUnited.com, United unravel Red Bulls at home
WASHINGTON, DC – JUNE 14: Despite heavy rains in the first half fans cheered DC United to a victory over the New York Red Bulls during a MLS game at RFK Stadium in Washington, DC June 14, 2008. (Photo by Allen Clark/www.OffWingPhoto.com)
DC United Fall Short Against Chicago Fire, 0-2
Despite strong play early in the first period, DC United could not overcome the first period goal by Chicago’s Justin Mapp. The second period goal by Cuauhtemoc Blanco sealed the game, as DC United just didn’t seem to get anything going.
WASHINGTON, DC – MAY 8: Chris Rolfe #17 of the Chicago Fire steals the ball from Marc Burch #4 of the DC United during a MLS game at RFK Stadium in Washington, DC on May 8, 2008. (Photo by Allen Clark/www.OffWingPhoto.com)
For more on the game and reactions visit the following sites:
- Behind The Badge, MLS Game #7: DCU 0 – Chicago 2
- From Black and Red, This blog is…
- The DCenters, First Impression – DC United 0: 2 Chicago Fire
- BLCKDGRD, United 0, Chicago 2
- From DCUnited.com, This blog is…
WASHINGTON, DC – MAY 8: Gonzalo Martinez #23 of the DC United and John Thorrington #11 of the Chicago Fire struggle for control of the ball during a MLS game at RFK Stadium in Washington, DC on May 8, 2008. (Photo by Allen Clark/www.OffWingPhoto.com)
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DC United vs. Chicago Fire (0-1), After The First Period
It has stayed dry so far despite threats of Thunderstorms, so far the only thing dampening spirits is the single goal by Chicago Fire late in the first period.
WASHINGTON, DC – MAY 8: Clyde Sims #19 of the DC United and Justin Mapp #21 of the Chicago Fire struggle for control of the ball during a MLS game at RFK Stadium in Washington, DC on May 8, 2008. (Photo by Allen Clark/www.OffWingPhoto.com)
More photos to come following the game.
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United Cruises To Victory Over Real Salt Lake, 4-1
DC United showed no signs that they had come into Saturday night’s game with a two game losing streak. United controlled play throughout the contest, cruising to a 4-1 victory over Real Salt Lake.
WASHINGTON, DC – APRIL 29: Santino Quaranta #25 of the DC United takes a shot on goal against Real Salt Lake’s Goalie Nick Rimando #18 during a MLS game at RFK Stadium in Washington, DC April 29, 2008. (Photo by Allen Clark/www.OffWingPhoto.com)
For more coverage of the game please visit:
- From DC United, United exacts revenge on RSL
- The Offside, Snap Judgement
- The DCenters, First Impressions
- United Mania, United Returns the favor, defeats RSL 4-1
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Busy Day For OffWing Photographers
Saturday was a busy day for the OffWing photographers. Kate McGovern was covering the exciting the story of the Capitals getting into the playoffs by the hair of their chinnie (not sure of the spelling on this), chin chin. Don’t get me wrong with that characterization, the Washington Caps have been playing great.
Alexander Semin celebrates his third period goal with Ovechkin and Green. The goal sealed the win for the Capitals at 3-1.
Photo by Kate McGovern
The Caps have completed an incredible comeback as the first team in the 30-team era of the NHL
DC United Explode Beating Toronto FC, 4-1
For the first 40 minutes of play there wasn’t much to cheer about as Toronto FC led 1-0. That all changed after Marc Burch (4) scored his first major league goal to tie the game. The others that scored were Fred, Jaime Moreno, Luciano Emilio. The win keeps the United four points ahead in their play-off chase.
Today’s game was a night game so I was struggling as many of you do with the delicate dance between ISO, shutter speed, and aperature. I shoot primarily with a Nikon D200 and have recently been playing around with the auto ISO and noise reduction settings in camera after a suggestion of a friend that shoots a lot of low-light stuff.
I had used the auto ISO settings a while back in my D70 but it just wasn’t satisfactory. The D200 however handles higher ISO settings so much better.
WASHINGTON, DC – SEPTEMBER 29: Fred #7 of the Washington DC United celebrates following a goal against Toronto FC at RFK Stadium in Washington, DC September 29, 2007. (Photo by Allen Clark/OffWing)
I was bummed when this bicycle kick just sailed inches above the goal.
WASHINGTON, DC – SEPTEMBER 29: Christian Gomez #10 of the Washington DC United attempts a goal against defender Tyrone Marshall #14 of the Toronto FC at RFK Stadium in Washington, DC September 29, 2007. (Photo by Allen Clark/OffWing)
The crowd was rocking, as usual, espcially the la Barra Brava a highly organized fan club of the DC United. I really like the following shot. One of my favorite things to shoot is filterd light, in this shot you have the stadium lights streaming through the waving flag.
WASHINGTON, DC – SEPTEMBER 29: Members of la Barra Brava fan club of the Washington DC United celebrate during the soccer game with the Toronto FC at RFK Stadium in Washington, DC September 29, 2007. (Photo by Allen Clark/OffWing)
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