The Daily Drool: Vytautas Andriuškevičius

Left back Vytautas just made the move from Portland Timbers to DC United. He has represented Lithuania at the U19, U21 and senior levels.

The Daily Drool – Epic Bromance Month: Steve Birnbaum and Chris Pontius

These two super fit DC United players are also roommates. And if working & living together wasn’t enough, they love to hang too – golfing, biking and making public appearances.

ESPN Body Issue – HELLO Omar Gonzalez And Megan Rapinoe!

In keeping with showing my love for the US Men’s National Team, I had to share these stunning photos of Omar Gonzalez. The photos are from ESPN Magazine’s Body Issue.

NY Red Bulls & DC United Shilling Tires

Here’s a cute little commercial with players from NY Red Bulls (Dax McCarty, Heath Pearce) & DC United (Dwayne De Rosario, Chris Pontius) for Continental Tires. Hey that’s two Drool alums in one van (Chris & Heath)! I like those odds.

– Lozil

MLS: Don’t Cross The Line 2013 PSA

Been meaning to post this for the past couple of weeks. MLS and MLS Works have produced the 2013 PSA for their “Don’t Cross the Line” Campaign which promotes equality and acceptance in the sport.

The Daily Drool: Mike Petke

Mike Petke became the head coach of the New York Red Bulls in 2012 after a year as the assistant coach. He was previously a player for the MetroStars, DC United, Colorado Rapids and New York Red Bulls.

UPDATED: Thank You, Toronto FC, DC United & Dutch FA!

I was delighted to see Toronto FC had made a video for the wonderful You Can Play Project which works to create a safe environment for gay athletes. Their motto is direct: “If you can play, you can play.” And it should be that simple, shouldn’t it? Sadly it’s not. Toronto FC’s spot is terrific and multilingual. I really wish more teams would make videos like this.

Juventus Cancels North American Summer Tour

Ruh roh! Juventus is canceling their North American tour which included matches against DC United, Real Madrid and Paris St. Germain, citing scheduling issues.

The Daily Drool: Branko Bošković

Montenegrin attacking midfielder Branko plays for DC United in the MLS. He played for the Serbia and Montenegro National Team from 2005-2007 and has been playing for the Montenegrin National Team since 2007.

The Daily Drool: Marcelo Saragosa

Here’s Brazilian defensive midfielder Marcelo with his adorable son Matheus. He started his career in Brazil, came to play in the MLS and then went to Azerbaijan. He returned to the MLS, joining DC United in February 2012. A spot of trivia: he’s Kaka’s BFF – they were each other’s best man in their weddings. Hopefully, Cristiano doesn’t feel threatened!