Royal Roundup May 12th, 2017

Brooks Lennon wants WC trophy, LA’s dilemmas, U20 news, USOC Wondergoal, and more.

By Kreg Asay May 12, 2017, 6:00am MDT

Danny Acosta’s path to RSL led through some dangerous streets.
Tickets for the friendly vs Manchester United are going quick (according to the SL Tribune).
Liverpool credited for some of Brooks Lennon’s recent success. He’s aiming for a World Cup win!

Have these four teams turned a corner - or sounded false alarms.
Nashville’s expansion plan moving ahead - press conference scheduled for today (presumed to be stadium announcement).
Some things to watch for in Week 11, and the five biggest surprises so far.
Which newcomer is off to the best start?
MLS rivalries are less about geography, but some need more history to grow.
Portland’s stadium expansion plans get city council support.
LA Galaxy’s dilemma regarding Jermaine Jones, and Robbie Rogers put on season ending injury list.

U20 coach Tab Ramos talks about the roster and World Cup preparation.
16 year old wonder-kid Josh Sargeant helped the U17’s qualify for their World Cup, and now he’s joining the U20 team as well.
US Soccer has filed a complaint to FIFA regarding USWNT player Allie Long.
A new MLS vs LigaMX competition to be approved this month.
USWNT to host Australia, Brazil and Japan in July Tournament of Nations.

Eric Lichaj recognized as Player of the Season for Nottingham Forest.
Gianni Infantino complains about “fake news” regarding changes within FIFA; while the ousted ethics prosecutor reports there are hundreds of ongoing cases.
Lionel Messi has a HUGE collection of jerseys.
A look at the oldest remaining Premier League stadiums.
Bayern Munich plans for preseason in the US.

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