Yesterday, Cristina and I jumped in the car and made a quick run to the Houston to watch the MLS (Major League Soccer) game between the Houston Dynamo and New York Red Bulls. Since we were just making a quick overnight trip, I got a room at the Hilton located on the University of Houston Campus since it was within walking distance of Robertson Stadium where the Dynamo currently play home games.
I decided to make this run not only because of my enjoyment of the game, but also because I had heard rumor prior to the commencement of the World Cup starting that French National Thierry Henry would be signing with the New York Red Bulls after retiring from international competition and the World Cup. As you may have now heard if you follow the league, my risk paid off, and this game was the debut of Henry in MLS and as a Red Bull.
After the game kicked off, Henry made his presence quickly known in the league and to his opponents with an assist in the 10th minute of the match. The game was close, ending as a 2 - 2 tie with Henry closing out with an assist on each of the Red Bulls goals as well as 2 nice scoring opportunities he did not finish.
Needless to say, I was not disappointed with the experience of the game or the opportunity to see one of the great players of the era. With a little luck, MLS will continue to pick up more of these premiere international players to enhance the league and continue to make it grow and more marketable in the states.
--For additional photos from the game, head over to the Flickr page for viewing
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