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Brazil too much for United States at FedEx Field

Herculez Gomez scores just before halftime to pull the Americans within a goal, but Brazil runs away with a 4-1 victory before 67,619, the largest crowd to watch a U.S. match in the Washington area.

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Brazil scored twice in the first 26 minutes and defeated the U.S. national soccer team, 4-1, at FedEx Field.

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D.C. United ousts Richmond

D.C. United ousts Richmond

Marcelo Saragosa scored in the 107th minute as D.C. United edged the Richmond Kickers, 2-1, in U.S. Open Cup.

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Dempsey’s career is taking off

Dempsey’s career is taking off

U.S. national team midfielder-forward Clint Dempsey has achieved superstar status in Europe and is likely to be targeted by several elite Premier League clubs.

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