In the latest soccer news: The Houston Dynamo displayed their first dominating offensive performance of the season scoring three goals by Ching, Kamara, and Waibel. With over a week to rest and prepare for the Houston Dynamo, the San Jose Quakes felt good about their chances to face a Houston Dynamo side that has struggled after the departures of Nate Jacqua and Dwayne DeRosario.
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Reminiscent of previous years, the Houston Dynamo started the 2009 campaign very slow but have gained momentum from strong defense and timely goals. Their offense has struggled while Stuart Holden has attempted to put his stamp on the game lacking the creative spirit that De Ro once provided previously. Although Brian Ching has lost his starting companion each of the past years: Nate Jacqua and Joseph Ngwyena, it appears that Ching and Kei Kamara found a good chemistry combining well and picking up the much needed offensive slack that has stunted their goal scoring.
If the Dynamo desire to make a run and advance far in the playoffs, it is important that Stuart Holden begins to create chances offensively complimenting their strong and organized defense. If his play continues as he has started the 2009 season, Coach Kinnear could make a change by inserting a veteran to the position or by looking at free agency to fill this important need.
Winger Corey Ashe has demonstrated his lightning speed on the wing and might tempt Coach Kinnear to slide his trustworthy wingers Brian Mullen or Brad Davis to assume the offensive responsibilities while inserting Ashe on the wing to add blazing speed. Ashe's immediate impact in the NYRB's game last week indicates that he has proved that he can be a difference maker for the Dynamo.
Expected by many that the Quakes would seize a top three spot in the Western Conference after a strong 2008 finish, the Quakes have regressed to below mediocrity standard experiencing a dismal level of play. Losing Ronnie O'Brien, Francisco Lima, and injured Darren Huckerby has proven to be a back-breaking experience. Underestimating Franciso Lima's presence in the central midfield cannot be understated as the central pairing of Ramiro Corrales and Bobby Convey were outmatched on Sunday. Remember that Lima picked up the majority of the slack in the midfield while Corrales returned from injury, despite having the oldest legs in the Starting Xl.
It is shame that a talented veteran such as Lima returned to the Italian Second Division because the organization felt that compensating one of their better players with incentives was not a sound move. Even if Huckerby returns, other MLS teams will punish the Quakes week after week as if they were a MLS punching bag. A result, other than three points, will be considered a failure especially for teams that want to make a playoff run. Bringing in the volatile Cornell Glen does not bode well for the Quakes and screams desperation. Is anyone still making a case for Bobby Convey at Left back for the USMNT? His experience, ability, and contract suggests that he should but must first prove it on the field. His 2009 performance has disappointed many in San Jose and USMNT Supporters.
What will San Jose do in the Second Half of the season? Will Stuart Holden begin to perform in creative fashion or will he be replaced or moved to another position? Share your thoughts.
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