"With so many newcomers, the MetroStars played with little cohesion for the most part but showed plenty of promise. They performed with discipline and played with a great deal of speed, which they lacked in previous seasons. Last season, they were last in M.L.S." You would think he would know that we were three points clear of last place. http://nytimes.com/2003/04/13/sports/soccer/13soccer.html
Eh, it's coverage in one of the most prestigious news publications in the world. Thats gotta count for somethig.
True, but it doesn't make being one of only two teams to miss the playoffs last year any better. Big deal, I say.