FCE a late goalpost away from win over 10-man Minnesota United 8 Sep 2013The Eddies then pushed forward, trying to find the winning goal. Their best chance came in the 89th, when Nurse’s effort found the post. Had the ball been a few inches over, Nurse would have had his fourth goal in four games.
FCE’s Chris Nurse named NASL Player of the Month 5 Sep 2013He’s scored three times over the course of the last three games (even though the third game in question was played Sept. 1). And FC Edmonton midfielder Chris Nurse has been named the NASL Player of the Month for August.
Banner day for women’s soccer: Herdman extension, Calgary women’s program unveiled 5 Sep 2013“I was talking to my mom last week, and she told me that John might not be coming back,” said national-team keeper Erin McLeod, who was in Calgary Thursday for the launch of the elite women’s team. “I almost had a heart attack. He’s been so phenomenal for this group. For me, especially, I can’t imagine playing for anyone else.”
Canadian Harmse handed whopping six-game ban by NASL; Campos suspended for FCE match 4 Sep 2013NASL has finally stepped up when it comes to after-the-fact discipline. And Canadian midfielder Kevin Harmse will pay the price for his actions.
Edmonton fans witnessed some history: Senna named NASL Player of the Week 3 Sep 2013Well, if there is any consolation for FC Edmonton out of its controversial 1-1 draw at home Sunday with New York, it was the fact that Cosmos midfielder Marcos Senna was named the NASL Player of the Week.
Cosmos snatches draw in Edmonton on Senna’s free-kick goal 1 Sep 2013A 79th minute free-kick goal from the league’s most profile player, Spanish international Marcos Senna, allowed the Cosmos to salvage a 1-1 draw with FC Edmonton. The goal came after referee Sheena Dickson judged that FCE defender Albert Watson had handled the ball just outside the area. Replays indicated that the ball hit Watson in the FC Edmonton crest on his jersey.
FC Edmonton, ASA to be joined by Erin McLeod for launch of Calgary women’s program 31 Aug 2013The Alberta Soccer Association and FC Edmonton will host a press conference next week at Calgary’s Foothills Athletic Club to announce further details of women’s and youth development teams.
FC Edmonton on the Cosmos visit to Canada: “They are the biggest team in the North American soccer landscape” 29 Aug 2013Give FC Edmonton credit. When a team like the New York Cosmos comes to town, a lot of players would revert to cliches like "it's just another game." The Eddies didn't do that. They know the occasion will be special.
Clarke Stadium turf claims third victim of the year: Michael Nonni the latest Eddie to go down 29 Aug 2013The aging Clarke Stadium turf is certainly taking its toll.The number of non-contact injuries that FC Edmonton players have suffered this season is up to three.
Dosanjh: Even without me, T-Birds will repeat as CIS champs 29 Aug 2013“They are my pick, they’ll always be my pick,” said FC Edmonton’s newest addition Thursday.
