The Blue Links: February 2

Have we entered into MLS 3.0?

Weibe looks at the state of the league as 12 more cities are fighting for 4 spots. “It’s viability on the professional level is no longer in doubt. Welcome to MLS 3.0, with 4.0 peeking over the horizon.”

Feilhaber and Zusi set for USMNT Friendly with Jamaica

Benny was looking pretty silky smooth in his short appearance last match and could be working towards a starting XI spot as we get back into WCQ.

The SKC duo should both get the start Friday night

SBI Soccer takes a look at the projected lineup for tomorrow night. Benny and Zusi are both on their projection... and they should be on yours too.

Bruce Arena says Klinsmann helped US Soccer grow

He says he has not spoken to Jurgen since taking over for him, but he has been in contact with Bob Bradley.

ICYMI: Swope Park Rangers schedule released

Three straight home games to kick off the season. Also no mention of any matchups being played at CMP... which is good. The two last year were quite a disappointment.

Players relive the amazing nine-man playoff victory for the Rangers last year

After losing Ualefi at the very end of the last training session before the game, they needed everyone to step up. Things got crazy in the 2nd half and SPR went down to 9 men.. but still pulled out the win. It was was on helluva night.

Frank Lampard confirms his retirement

The Premier League legend has called it quits after having one last pretty damn good season with NYCFC where he banged in 12 goals and added three assists in his 19 appearances.

MLS Ticker - Both Atlanta and Portland sign shiny new DPs

Teams around the league are starting to take shape. Atlanta ink Josef Martinez on loan from Torino and Portland got Argentinian winger Sebastian Blanco. Plus other notable signings.

Annual meeting for Cauldron is set for Feb 29th

Besler and Dwyer on the road to recovery!