D.C.
United re-sign forward Francis Doe
WASHINGTON, DC -- D.C. United announced Wednesday the club has
re-signed forward Francis Doe. The Liberian striker will return to
United on loan after scoring seven goals in 19 appearances in all
competitions. Per team and League policy, terms of the deal will not
be released. "Francis made a lot of progress during the second half
of the 2008 season and we're excited to have him back in 2009," said
United General Manager Dave Kasper. "We look forward to having him
in for a full pre-season of work, and we expect that he will compete
for a starting position this season."
Doe joined United on April 22, 2008 after a short trial, and by the
end of the season provided a consistent attacking threat off the
bench. He providing much needed depth on United's injury-depleted
roster, making 19 appearances (11 starts) and scoring seven goals in
all competitions. In League play, he tallied two goals in 12 matches
(four starts).
His strong play towards the end of the 2008 campaign was accompanied
by a couple of call-ups to the Liberia National Team for 2010 World
Cup qualifiers. In total he has represented his home country eight
times, including qualifying for the 2006 World Cup and the 2008
African Cup of Nations, where he netted two goals in the latter
competition.
Catch Doe in action by purchasing tickets to the home opener on
March 28 at RFK Stadium. Tickets are also currently available as
part of D.C. United ticket packages including full season, half
season and
flex ticket plans. Upscale seating for full season plans - either
club section, private or semi-private boxes, or field level seating
- is also available and includes premium services such as meal
service,
complimentary parking and VIP access. Youth discounted pricing
remains an option for United full season, half season and flex
ticket packages.
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