1.  That set the fur flying and even United coach Geoff Konopka was also sent off for serious misconduct.

2.  And it sent United coach Bruce Arena off to his new job as coach of the American national team on a sour note.

3.  Former United coach Bruce Arena promoted Marco Etcheverry over Harkes as captain, reasoning that Harkes would be missing much of the MLS season because of the World Cup.

4.  Torres made a point to say hello after the game to United coach Thomas Rongen, the former Revolution coach.

5.  United coach Alex Ferguson said the team simply does not have time to accomodate all competitions.

6.  United coach, Thomas Rongen, sat on a Foxboro Stadium bench, crossed his legs, and tapped on a fresh pack of Camels.

7.  United coach Thomas Rongen brushed aside the revenge factor.

8.  United coach Thomas Rongen benched struggling striker Raul Diaz Arce and replaced him with Conteh, who scored his first goal for D.C. in the ninth minute.