Brotherly Game Daily Links 11/1/16

Philadelphia Union News

Vincent Nogueira's departure and the Philadelphia Union collapse
There are running theories as to why the Philadelphia Union fell apart in 2016.

What Happened with Charlie Davies?
In the waning moments of the secondary transfer window, the Philadelphia Union acquired forward Charlie Davies from the New England Revolution, but do you even remember him playing?

MLS News

Portland Timbers owner “cautiously optimistic” about stadium expansion plan | MLSsoccer.com
Portland Timbers owner Merritt Paulson has told the team’s “Timbers in 30” show he’s “cautiously optimistic” about a plan to add 4,000 seats to the downtown stadium.

Jermaine Jones may be fit to start next week – Rapid’s Pablo Mastroeni
Jermaine Jones could be available to return to the Colorado Rapids‘ starting lineup for next week’s playoff second leg against the LA Galaxy, coach Pablo Mastroeni says.

LA Galaxy warned not to sign Wayne Rooney by former club chief Alexi Lalas
MLS side LA Galaxy have been warned not to sign Wayne Rooney by a former player and manager who says the England captain would be 'stealing money' in America.

David Beckham confident his persistence will pay off as he reaches unwanted Miami MLS milestone
David Beckham today achieves an unwanted landmark in his aim to launch his Major League Soccer team in Miami.

Rest of the World News

Lack of belief damaging Swansea City, says Bob Bradley
Swansea City boss said a lack of confidence is crippling his side following their 3-1 Premier League defeat to Stoke City on Monday.