Andrea Canales Archive

September 22, 2008
Canales: Donovan eyes potential move to Germany
Landon Donovan is ready to try his luck in Europe once more, and Germany could be the destination once again, writes Andrea Canales.

September 21, 2008
Canales: Beckham helps Galaxy break winless streak
David Beckham and the Galaxy came through in a must-win scenario against D.C. United, writes Andrea Canales.

September 13, 2008
Canales: U.S. women set to kick off 'Achieve Your Gold' Tour
Fresh off the Olympics, the U.S. women are undertaking a multi-city tour, writes Andrea Canales.

August 25, 2008
Canales: Arena's arrival shakes up Galaxy
In his first week on the job, new Galaxy coach Bruce Arena has emphasized defensive fundamentals, writes Andrea Canales.

August 22, 2008
Canales: McBride back in MLS
Veteran Brian McBride has already made an immediate impact for the Fire in his return to MLS, writes Andrea Canales.

August 20, 2008
Canales: L.A. vs. Chicago preview
Watch "MLS Primetime Thursday" (10 p.m. ET, ESPN2) as the Galaxy face Chicago in their first game under Bruce Arena.

August 19, 2008
Canales: Brazil out to avenge 2004 Olympic defeat
It's easy to forget that the Brazilian women are still seeking revenge from the U.S. for their 2004 Olympic defeat, writes Andrea Canales.

August 16, 2008
Canales: Women's Olympic semifinal preview
Down to the final four, the U.S. women and Brazil appear to have the edge in their semifinal matchups, writes Andrea Canales.

August 15, 2008
Canales: Beckham leads Galaxy to SuperClasico title
David Beckham's leadership helped the Galaxy win the SuperClasico series against Chivas USA, writes Andrea Canales.

August 13, 2008
Canales: Women's Olympic quarterfinal preview
If the women's Olympic quarterfinals pan out as expected, Germany is destined to face Brazil once more. Andrea Canales breaks down the matchups.

August 12, 2008
Canales: L.A. vs. Chivas USA preview
Chivas USA faces a L.A. Galaxy team in turmoil. The two teams will clash on "MLS Primetime Thursday" (11 p.m. ET, ESPN2).

August 10, 2008
Canales: Marta missing only a championship
She may be the best player in the world, but Brazil's Marta requires a world title to validate her status, writes Andrea Canales.

July 31, 2008
Canales: Women's Olympic tournament preview
The women's Olympic tournament is more wide-open than ever before, with three teams all capable of taking home gold, writes Andrea Canales.

July 18, 2008
Canales: U.S. sending its strongest lineup yet to the Olympics
The U.S. men are sending arguably their strongest team ever to the Olympics in hopes of a medal, writes Andrea Canales.

July 17, 2008
Canales: Wambach's loss leaves U.S. team reeling
The loss of Abby Wambach is a devastating blow to the U.S. women's chances in Beijing, writes Andrea Canales.

July 11, 2008
Canales: Beckham turns in gritty effort against Chivas USA
It wasn't one of his more spectacular efforts for L.A., but David Beckham's passion was on full display against Chivas USA, writes Andrea Canales.

July 5, 2008
Canales: Revolution shut down hapless Galaxy
L.A. proved against the Revs that it flourishes only when David Beckham and Landon Donovan play well, writes Andrea Canales.

June 22, 2008
Canales: Galaxy rue missed opportunities versus Crew
After blowing several leads against the Crew, the Galaxy were left to rue their missed opportunities, writes Andrea Canales.

June 15, 2008
Canales: Galaxy squad starting to open people's eyes
Against San Jose, L.A. showed that it's not just all about David Beckham and Landon Donovan, writes Andrea Canales.

June 14, 2008
Canales: Adu's game continues to grow
Freddy Adu's recent performances suggest that the teen might be ready to take over the reins of the U.S. offense, writes Andrea Canales.

June 12, 2008
Canales: Flores is living his dream
From reality TV show winner to a starter for Chivas USA. Jorge Flores' path is unprecedented, writes Andrea Canales.

June 8, 2008
Canales: Beckham and the Galaxy triumph in wacky game
David Beckham and L.A. came out winners against the Rapids in a game that was full of ups and downs, writes Andrea Canales.

May 25, 2008
Canales: Beckham shows scoring touch against Wizards
Against K.C., David Beckham scored a goal that was reminiscent of one of his most famous for Man U, writes Andrea Canales.

May 22, 2008
Canales: Gallardo continuing to adjust to MLS
Despite showing flashes of skill, Marcelo Gallardo's adjustment to MLS remains a work in progress, writes Andrea Canales.

May 11, 2008
Canales: Beckham subdued against the Red Bulls
A frustrating loss for the Galaxy against the Red Bulls was compounded by the subdued performance of David Beckham, writes Andrea Canales.