John Thorrington

John Thorrington chose the USMNT over his native South Africa, winning his first cap in 2001 when he moved to English club Huddersfield. … John is currently the GM for LAFC, the MLS expansion team beginning play in 2018. … Thorrington came up in Manchester United's youth program, signing with Bayer Leverkusen as a professional in 1999.

With the Champions league on the schedule, LAFC and Montreal make changes

According to LAFC general manager John Thorrington, the club did not intend to trade Zimmerman. … "It wasn't necessarily in our plans, but we always have to evaluate these things," Thorrington said.

LAFC makes a move

LAFC hired former MLSer and local product John Thorrington as its executive vice president of soccer operations and introduced him on Tuesday. … At just 36 years of age, Thorrington is in a great position now to not just settle into a job but rather help create one and have say in what sort of club LAFC ultimately becomes.

The evolution of LAFC

LAFC isn't rebuilding, not according to co-president and general manager John Thorrington. … In a SiriusXM interview earlier this week, Thorrington said he doesn't put negative connotations on rebuilding.

Questions: Going with the Obvious in Major League Soccer

John, don’t do that, but ‘why did you cut a player?’ is a chance for you to say nice things about the player and the competition level on your team. … Signed by DC in the offseason, coach Ben Olsen and Thorrington have realistic expectations for the midfielder: play 20-25 games, provide some stability, and show a young roster facing expectations for the first time how it’s done.

Protected/Unprotected Player Lists For MLS Expansion Draft

  The following is the list of protected players by team: Chivas USABornstein, JonathanBraun, JustinFlores, JorgePadilla, JesusGalindo, MaykelLahoud, MichaelKljestan, SachaNagamura,…

USA 3 – Sweden 2

The ball was knocked out wide right where Ching was able to collect the ball and touch it to John Thorrington along the sideline. … ), 4-Michael Parkhurst (3-Ugo Ihemelu, 82), 6-Jonathan Bornstein (15-Chris Wingert, 79); 17-John Thorrington (20-Chris Rolfe, 61), 13-Ricardo Clark, 16-Sacha Kljestan, 30-Robbie Rogers (22-Brian Carroll, 69); 10-Charlie Davies (27-Kenny Cooper, 46), 11-Brian Ching (29-Eddie Gaven, 77)Subs not used: 18-Jon BuschHead Coach: Bob BradleySWE: 12-Johan Dahlin, 7-Markus Jonsson, 8-Marcus Lindberg, 9-Max von Schlebrügge, 5-Adam Johansson; 10-Andreas Dahl (14-Rasmus Elm, 62), 6-Daniel Andersson (capt. … With Marvell Wynne involved in the attack, Thorrington slipped the ball through for him and he took one touch to get into the penalty area before getting tripped up by Adam Johansson.

Chivas USA Moves To 2nd

" Brad Guzan, Sacha Kljestan, John Thorrington, Chris Rolfe, and Chad Barrett are expected to join the US National Team for Sunday's second leg qualifier against Barbados. … Brown (captain) (Patrick Nyarko 77), D-Bakary Soumare, D-Diego Gutierrez, M-John Thorrington, M-Logan Pause, M-Cuauhtémoc Blanco, M–Justin Mapp, F-Chad Barrett, F-Chris Rolfe (Tomasz Frankowski 68). … Misconduct SummaryCHV – Paulo Nagamure (caution, persistent infringement) 33’ CHV – Paulo Nagamure (caution, reckless foul) 45+’CHV – Paulo Nagamure…

Alumni

A list of USMNT alumni players for the United States National Team.

MLS goalkeeping continues to impress in 2022

"We consider Maxime to be one of the top goalkeepers in MLS," John Thorrington, LAFC's co-president and general manager, said in January when Crepeau was signed. … Photo by John Dorton - ISIPhotos.com

LAFC after Bob Bradley

"We are grateful to Bob for his service to LAFC and the city of Los Angeles," LAFC co-president John Thorrington said in a press statement. … The Athletic's Sam Stjeskal talked to Thorrington, who said the club's management would "filter through a list of candidates that’s growing by the minute.

The offseason trend in MLS

LAFC general manager John Thorrington specifically pointed to Atlanta’s model when talking about building a team from scratch. … Thorrington wasn’t just talking about Atlanta’s cadre of South Americans, but that element is central to his identification of the club as one to emulate.

Our toughest spot

United or wherever it is," John Thorrington, Hamid's United teammate and a former colleague of Johnson's with the Chicago Fire, told USSoccerplayers.com this week. … It's hardly ever far out of earshot for Sean Johnson and Bill Hamid, widely seen as the next generation of Yank shot stoppers, the new version of Kasey Keller and Brad Friedel, if you will. … "I think [for] young players, this season was probably harder on than anyone: How do you deal with losing, how do you deal with that adversity?" noted Thorrington.

Week 17: Shutouts and Red Cards in Major League Soccer

Frederic Piquionne opened the scoring in the 12th minute, Will Johnson made it 2-0 in the 45th, and Ryan Johnson finished things off in the 84th.

Questions: Real Salt Lake Takes Responsibility

Tony Edwards - San Jose, CA (Jan 22, 2013) US Soccer Players - Tony looks at the expectations Salt Lake's leadership has for 2013, sees John Thorrington land in DC, and examines the stark contrast in ratings between major league sports. … Remember the fuss before last season when Seattle obtained Eddie Johnson and traded Fucito to Montreal? Unfortunately for Fucito, he struggled and ended up being part of three different organizations last year (Seattle, Montreal, and Portland). … What does the signing of John Thorrington say about DC United's ambitions?

The MLS seasons keep intensifying

“Certainly we are aware of the pitfalls, of the challenges that come with multiple competitions,” LAFC co-president and general manager John Thorrington said last week. … His club also sought to pick up younger and more versatile contributors and those with more durability, “a more robust profile of player,” in Thorrington’s words, to manage the extra wear and tear.

What this week’s MLS coaching announcements tell us

Yet the time spent shoulder-to-shoulder with Bradley and his staff has gotten GM/co-president John Thorrington and the rest of LAFC's front office comfortable enough to promote him rapidly. … "We felt that getting to know him this last year, and what he had to offer and where we are as a club, that now was the right time to give him that opportunity," Thorrington told ESPN of the pick, emphasizing that "Steve is so deserving of this" in an interview with The Athletic.

NYCFC advances to the Eastern Conference final

Soccer America's Scott French talks to LAFC general manager John Thorrington. … "What we said internally was that no matter what happens, we stick together, we keep going," NYCFC goalkeeper Sean Johnson said.

FIFA announces the stadiums for the 2023 Women’s World Cup

Moving to Major League Soccer, LAFC announced that their interim co-presidents Larry Freedman and John Thorrington will stay in those roles. … Freedman runs the business side with Thorrington in charge of the technical staff.

Buddle, Califf, Casey Get New MLS Clubs

  "Conor makes us a better team,” Philadelphia coach John Hackworth said.

MLS Week 3: Again It’s Seattle

" New York 0 - Chicago 1 The Fire lost John Thorrington in the 14th minute to a straight red card for preventing a goal scoring opportunity. … " Dallas 0 - New England 1 Steve Ralston was the hero for New England, converting an 80th minute penalty kick after George John brought Kheli Dube down in the box.

MLS Playoff Primer

Brian McBride will be as industrious as ever and will be looking to get on the end of crosses from John Thorrington and Justin Mapp.On the defensive end, the Fire have, for my money, the best central defensive pairing in the league. … Goalkeeper John Busch has also risen from backup purgatory and was recently named the team’s most valuable player.

Thursday Night MLS: Same Story, Different Excuse

" John Thorrington gave the Fire the win in the 65th minute off an assist from Brian McBride, but the game was always going to be more about missing players than those on the field. …   "We're obviously a bit younger when (Blanco is) off the field," Thorrington said.

MLS Weekend: RSL Goes Top

  John Thorrington hit the shock winner in the 92nd, leaving Toronto 5th. … "As the play went on in the left far side I dropped back a little bit and Blanco had the ball on the left side," Thorrington said.

Chicago and LAFC as examples of squad building in MLS, Turner in goal for Arsenal’s FA Cup win

" LAFC GM John Thorrington said in a press statement.

Serie A wins for Dest’s AC Milan and McKennie’s Juventus

National Team pool, and we are incredibly excited he has chosen to come to LAFC," LAFC GM John Thorrington said in the press release announcing the move.

LAFC without Rossi

"It's an exciting day for LAFC, it's the fulfillment of a plan and vision in place from day one," LAFC president John Thorrington said.

EURO 2020 and Copa America postponed to next summer

The LA Times' Kevin Baxter talks to LAFC general manager John Thorrington.

Sacramento FC joins MLS

The LA Times' Kevin Baxter profiles LAFC GM John Thorrington. … CBS Sports' Roger Gonzalez talks to USMNT player Fabian Johnson about making an international return.

LAFC vs Atlanta United

It's also a function of roster constructed by general manager John Thorrington in partnership with Bradley.

Returning from the March break

Also in the soccer news, MLSsoccer.com's Paul Tenorio talks to LAFC GM John Thorrington.

Soccer News: Club America exits the Club World Cup

The LA Times' Kevin Baxter looks at LAFC hiring John Thorrington.

The Chivas USA project

With Luis Silva out injured and John Thorrington announcing his retirement, there’s nothing wrong with adding a guy who has scored more than 50 MLS goals (including playoffs).

Upside: That cutting edge

” DC United midfielder John Thorrington.

Five Things from MLS 2012

“The club brought in a new technical staff and a fair amount of new players (in 2012), so the initial challenge was to get everyone on the same page and aligning with Martin’s vision for the team,” said midfielder John Thorrington.

Expansion Draft Sends McCarty To Portland Then DC

MLS Week 22: Another Loss For LA

” Seattle 2 - Chicago 1 Chicago took the lead at Qwest Field when John Thorrington converted a 28th minute penalty, but Fredy Montero would end up being the star of the show.

MLS Playoffs: Salt Lake 0 – Chicago 0 (5-4 aet)

  In penalties, RSL’s Javier Morales missed in the second round and Rimando saved John Thorrington’s attempt in the fourth.

MLS Playoffs: Eastern Conference Preview

John Thorrington scored in the first half before Blanco wrapped things up late.

Monday’s Daily: Playoff Exits

Chicago can play up John Thorrington all they want, but they need to be equally aware that it was a Revolution slip that led to their winner.

MLS Playoffs: Fire Shutout Revs, Win Series

" Chicago got a 35th-minute goal from John Thorrington to even the series.

Initial Gold Cup Roster

Adu, Freddy Altidore, Jozy Arnaud, Davy Bornstein, Jonathan, Califf, Danny Casey, Conor Cherundolo, Steve Clark, Ricardo Cooper, Kenny Davies, Charlie…

MLS Week 8: All Teams With A Win

  "These ties are starting to feel like loses," Chicago midfielder John Thorrington said.

Bradley Calls Camp For Mexico

7, 2009GOALKEEPERS (3): Jon Busch (Chicago Fire), Will Hesmer (Columbus Crew), Matt Pickens (Colorado Rapids)DEFENDERS (5): Jonathan Bornstein (Chivas USA),…

Bradley Announces Camp Roster

  Just days after the tournament, the US will begin its defense of the CONCACAF Gold Cup title.US ROSTER BY…

Bradley Names Qualifying Roster

19 on the final matchday of the semifinal phase.US ROSTER BY POSITIONGOALKEEPERS (3): Brad Guzan (Aston Villa), Troy Perkins (Valerenga…

US Roster For Barbados

" GOALKEEPERS (3): Dominic Cervi, Brad Guzan, Chris Seitz DEFENDERS (6): Carlos Bocanegra, Dan Califf, Jay DeMerit, Drew Moor, Oguchi…

Chicago 2 – DC 0

United (2-5-0) May 08, 2008 -- RFK Stadium Scoring Summary: CHI -- Justin Mapp 1 (Chad Barrett 3, Chris Rolfe 2) 38CHI -- Cuauhtemoc Blanco 3 (unassisted) 62 Chicago Fire -- Jon Busch, Brandon Prideaux, Diego Gutierrez, Bakary Soumare, Gonzalo Segares, John Thorrington, Cuauhtemoc Blanco, Logan Pause, Justin Mapp (Daniel Woolard 71), Chad Barrett (Andy Herron 66), Chris Rolfe (Stephen King 85),Substitutes Not Used: Calen Carr, Tomasz Frankowski, Nick Noble, Dasan Robinson D.C.

MLS Weekend: Crew Still Class

" Chris Rolfe opened in the 29th, with john Thorrington scoring in the 50th and Stephen King in the 76th.

MLS Weekend: The Donovan Show

  Chicago 2 - Colorado 1 John Thorrington was the difference for Chicago, scoring in the 53rd and 84th minute to get the win.