Jay DeMerit (CB) – Watford – English Championship – 1-1 draw with Doncaster Rovers – Video Highlights

DeMerit proved he can be a top defender with his performance at the Confederations Cup and he is captain of Championship side Watford again for this season. The American started and played the full match against Doncaster as they drew 1-1 after both sides scored 1st half goals. Watford struggled last season and will be looking to earn one of the promotion playoff spots.

Zak Whitbread (CB) – Millwall – English Championship – drew 1-1 with Southampton

Whitbread has been injured during the preseason and missed the first match of the season against Southampton. Millwall has been in talks with clubs about a transfer but the only one interested so far is Peterborough. Speculation is that Whitbread’s history or injuries has scared off interest from several clubs, although when he is healthy he’s a solid centerback. Whitbread should be available soon as he was almost ready for this past weekend’s match.

Jemal Johnson (MF) – Milton Keynes Dons – English League One – 0-0 draw with Hartlepool – Video Highlights

Johnson was released from the Dons at the end of last season but both sides reached an agreement later in the summer to have him re-join the team. He played the full match as they earned a scoreless draw with Hartlepool. The American was the captain for MK Dons as regular captain Dean Lewington was injured. There’s an interview with Jemal on the MK Dons website here. Last season Johnson was a solid contributor to the team but fell out of favor later in the season but its a good sign he was in the starting lineup for the full 90. In the match he had a few shots including 2 on goal.

Mike Grella (ST) – Leeds United – English League One – beat Exeter City 2-1

Grella continues to be on the bench for Leeds and he didn’t play at all in their opening match against Exeter City. He transferred to the club last winter and should gradually get more playing time as he gets adjusted to the Championship.

Tim Howard (GK) – Everton – English Premier League – Howard had a great season for Everton earning 17 clean sheets in the Premier League and playing all 38 matches. He was arguably a top 5 goalkeeper in the league and continues to be the #1 choice for the US National team. A busy international schedule for Howard should keep him in good form for next fall’s start of the Premier League. Everton has qualified for the Europa League as well.

Clint Dempsey (MF) – Fulham – English Premier League – Dempsey played in almost all the games for Fulham in the Premier League as they had a terrific season, finishing 7th and qualifying for next season’s Europa League. He had 7 goals in the  Premier League and was one of the solid contributors at Left Midfield. With Fulham qualifying for European soccer, he will be likely to stay with the club but could attract offers from other clubs.

Brad Friedel (GK) – Aston Villa – English Premier League – Friedel had a solid performance as the Villa keeper and played all of the EPL games this season. He had 13 clean sheets and has arguably had the best career of any American in the EPL. Friedel could follow Kasey Keller and finish his career in MLS in a year or two but it definitely still good enough to remain in the Premier League.

Brad Guzan (GK) – Aston Villa – English Premier League – Guzan was the back-up to Friedel and received little playing time this season. Most of his starts were in the UEFA Cup and he only played in the Premier League in a game where Friedel earned a red card. He’s only 24 and appears to be in-line to take over the starting goalkeeper position when Friedel leaves Villa.

Jonathan Spector (D) – West Ham United – English Premier League – Spector was often injured and only played 9 games in the Premier League for West Ham. At age 23, he still has plenty of time to find his form and should get some significant time with the international team this summer.

Marcus Hahnemann (GK) – Reading – English Championship – Hahnemann started most of the season for Reading but they were unable to get promotion back to the Premier League. He had a solid season but the club struggled to get one of the automatic spots. Hahnemann has yet to sign with a new club but should be draw interest from several English clubs.

Jay DeMerit (D) – Watford – English Championship – DeMerit was captain for Watford and played most of the season as a centerback. He had a few injuries but helped Watford avoid relegation with a finish in the middle of the table. Unfortunately, Watford conceded 72 goals and never had any chance at promotion this season.

Eddie Johnson (ST) – Cardiff City – English Championship – EJ was at Cardiff this season on a loan from Fulham and only received 5 starts all year. He struggled to get much playing time and had 2 goals and 4 assists. It is not known if Johnson will have his loan extended at Cardiff or return to Fulham. However with Fulham qualifying for the Europa League they will need more depth and could have Johnson back for the 2009/10 season.

Jemal Johnson – Milton Keynes Dons – English League One – It was an up and down season for Johnson with the MK Dons. He started the season off strong and ended with 5 goals and 10 assists, but fell out of the starting lineup towards the end of the season. The MK Dons failed to win promotion and Johnson was not included in the roster for most of the last month. He has been released by MK Dons and it is not yet known where he will sign.

Mike Grella (ST) – Leeds United – English League One – Grella transfered to Leeds in the winter break and received playing time as a late substitute in most games. He never started but should get more playing time next year as he adjusts to English soccer.

Zak Whitbread (D) – Millwall – English League One – Millwall advanced to the final of the promotion play-offs but the club lost to remain in League One for next season. Whitbread was a crucial part of the defense and could get a call-up to the National Team with a busy internation schedule this summer.

Tim Howard (GK) – Everton – English Premier League – A convincing 2-0 victory at Craven Cottage and another clean sheet for Howard was a fantastic way to cap the 2008/09 English Premier League season for Everton. Howard’s 17 clean sheets helped lead Everton to a 5th place finish ahead of next weekend’s FA Cup Final. Howard had 4 saves on the game and is starting to reach the peak of career. After the FA Cup next weekend, Howard will have several international matches this summer. 

Maurice Edu (MF) – Rangers – Scottish Premier League – Edu started and played the full game as Rangers won 3-0 at Dundee United and clinched the league title. After not getting much playing time, Edu has been a regular in the starting line-up down the stretch and helped provide solid play in the midfield. The American will likely be back with Rangers and should be a regular starter in next season’s team. Edu has been called up for the World Cup Qualyfing in a few weeks.

Clint Dempsey (LM) – Fulham – English Premier League – Fulham struggled against Everton at home but held onto 7th place in the league and UEFA Europa League spot for next season. The team lost 0-2 as Dempsey had several shots in the game. The club has enjoyed a great season and Dempsey should be a part of next season’s team but could attract offers from other Premier League clubs.

Brad Friedel (GK) – Aston Villa – English Premier League – Friedel started and played the full game for Villa who defeated Newcastle 1-0. The American goalkeeper had 4 saves and ended the season with 13 clean sheets. Friedel is likely to stay with Villa and after his retirement could lead the way for his back-up, fellow American Brad Guzan to take over the starting job. 

Zak Whitbread (D) – Millwall – English League One Promotion Playoff Final – Whitbread started and played the full game Millwall who fell short against Scunthorpe 2-3. It was a disappointing loss but Whitbread has been rumored to have interest from Sunderland and Scottish side Rangers. 

Jonathan Spector (RB) – West Ham United – English Premier League – Spector and West Ham defeated Middlesbrough 2-1 to cap the 2008/09 season as the American played the full game. After a string of injuries, Spector appears to be healthy and should get some playing time with the National Team during a busy summer schedule.

Michael Bradley (CM-L) – Borussia Monchengladbach – German Bundesliga – Bradley and Monchengladbach earned a 1-1 draw against Dortmund to avoid relegation. The season was mixed for Bradley as his form was inconsistent and Monchengladbach were in a battle to stay up the whole season. It is unknown if he will stay with the club as he has attracted interest from the other leagues.

Carlos Bocanegra (CB-L) – Stade Rennais (Rennes) – French Ligue 1 – Bocanegra started for Rennes but was in center defense after usually playing left-back for most of this season. The club defeated Lorient 3-1 and in striking distance for a Europa League spot. Bocanegra should play several games for the international side with WCQ and the Confederations Cup.

Oguchi Onyewu – (CB) – Standard Liege – Belgian Jupiler Pro League – Standard Liege played Anderlecht in a tie to determine the league championship and won 2-1 on aggregate. Onyewu has been a consistent starter and has thrived in the Belgian leagues but now will be moving on. His contract is up for Standard and several teams in Ligue 1 and the Premier League have been rumored to be interested. 

Jeremiah White (MF) and Benny Feilhaber (MF) – AGF Aarhus – Danish SAS-Ligaen – White and Feilhaber started for AGF who beat Brondby 1-0 in the Danish League. Feilhaber was subbed out in the 66th minute while White played the full game. AGF is in the middle of the table with one game left in the season.

Michael Parkhurst (D) - FC Nordsjaelland – Danish SAS-Ligaen – Parkhurst was a second half sub as Nordsjaelland had a 3-1 lead and held on for a 3-2 victory. The club is safe from relegation after a scare earlier in the season.

Marcus Tracy (ST) – Aalborg – Danish SAS-Ligaen – Aalborg drew 1-1 with Sonderjyske as Tracy played the full game. The club is in 7th place and has been disappointing after finishing first last season.

Danny Califf (D) - FC Midtjylland – Danish SAS-Ligaen – Califf played the full game for Midtjylland who drew with Odense BK. The club is 4th in the league table and Califf should have a busy summer schedule with the National Team.

Zak Whitbread (CB) – Millwall – English League One – Millwall defeated Leeds United 2-1 on aggregate to advance to the League One Promotion Playoffs final at Wembley. Whitbread started and played the full game for Millwall in a solid performance. He was down for a few moments with an injury but was able to finish the game. Whitbread are one victory away from playing in the Championship next season.

Charlie Davies (ST) – Hammarby IF – Swedish Cup – Davies scored for Hammarby in their 2-4 loss to Mjallby IF in the Swedish Cup. The club continues to struggle and is second to last in the Allsvenskan table. As Hammarby continues to struggle, Davies has been the team’s leading scorer and could be getting a few offers in the summer transfer window.

Mike Grella (ST) – Leeds United – English League One – Grella came on as a late substitute as Leeds lost 1-2 on aggregate to Millwall. He had no shots on goal in the match.

Benny Feilhaber (MF) – AGF Aarhus – Danish SAS-Ligaen – Feilhaber and AGF won 3-1 against Esbjerg and are 6th in the table with 41 points. The team is middle of the table with no chance of relegation or a European spot for next season.

Danny Califf (D) – FC Midtjylland – Danish SAS-Ligaen – Califf beat Aalborg 2-1 as they remain 4th in the league table. They will finish the season in the same position as they are 10 points ahead of 5th place and over 10 behind 3rd place. Califf has started and played 22 games for FC Midtjylland this season.

Maurice Edu (MF) – Rangers – Scottish Premier League – Edu started and played the full game for Rangers, who had a disappointing 1-1 draw with Hibernian. The draw puts Rangers on level with Celtic in points but 2nd due to goal difference. Edu had not shots on goal in the match.

Michael Parkhurst (D) – FC Nordsjælland – Danish SAS-Ligaen – Parkhurst played the full game as FC Nordsjælland drew with Sonderjyske 0-0. The team is now is 5 points clear of relegation and needs a victory to ensure their safety for next season.

Marcus Hahnemann (GK) – Reading – English Championship – Hahnemann played a solid game for Reading who couldn’t get any goals in the second leg of the semifinals against Burnley. The two goals both hit the post and Hahnemann had little chance of saving them. Hahnemann remains a solid goalkeeper and could possibly get offers from a few Premier League teams or other leagues. He could also be interested in finishing his career in Major League Soccer if the offer is right.

Michael Bradley (CF) – Borussia Monchengladbach – German Bundesliga – Bradley played the full game as Monchengladbach won a crucial 1-0 game against Energie to get out of the relegation zone. The American had one shot on goal and the club is at 30 points and they are 3 points clear with 2 games left in the season.

Carlos Bocanegra (LB) – Stade Rennais (Rennes) – French Ligue 1 – Rennes won a solid 1-0 match against Caen as Bocanegra again played and started the full game. The team is in 7th place and unlikely to finish high enough for a European spot for next season.

Oguchi Onyewu (CB) – Standard Liege – Belgian Jupiler League – 1 goal – Video Highlights – Onyewu started and played the full game for Standard Liege as they defeated Club Brugge 2-0 to remain tied with Anderlecht at the top of the Belgian Jupiler League Table. Onyewu scored a goal off a header from a free kick and has been in good form recently. His contract with Standard ends at the end of this season and will likely sign with a team in one of the top leagues during the summer transfer window.

Carlos Bocanegra (LB) – Stade Rennais – Coupe de France (French Cup) – 1 goal – Video Highlights – Bocanegra and Rennes looked like they were on their way to winning the Coupe de France only to give up 2 late goals to Ligue 2 side Guingamp on Saturday. The American defender scored Rennes’ only goal to give them the lead in the 70th minute but Guingamp had 2 goals from Eduardo Dos Santos to win 2-1. Bocanegra’s goal came off a free kick where he headed it past the goalkeeper.

Clint Dempsey (LM) – Fulham – English Premier League – Video Highlights – Dempsey played 86 minutes for Fulham as the defeated Aston Villa 3-1 and currently in 7th in the league table. He played a solid game and had one shot on goal that forced Friedel to make a good save.

Brad Friedel (GK) – Aston Villa – English Premier League – Video Highlights – Friedel and Villa lost 1-3 to Fulham as they were outplayed from the very beginning. He had 6 saves on the game and didn’t make any major mistakes as his team were outclassed for 90 minutes.  Aston Villa had clinched a Europa League spot for next season.

Tim Howard (GK) – Everton – English Premier League – Video Highlights – It was an uneventful game for Howard who didn’t face any shots on goal and neither team was able to get anything going in a 0-0 draw. With 16 clean sheets in the Premier League this season, Howard has been one of the top goalkeepers.

Maurice Edu (MF) – Rangers – Scottish Premier League – Video Highlights – Edu played the full game for Rangers as they defeated rivals Celtic to go top of the league table. The American has gotten significant playing time for the Scottish club recently and has taken advantage of the opportunity.

Zak Whitbread (D) – Millwall – English League One Promotion Play-offs – Whitbread and Millwall played a solid game in the first leg against Leeds United to earn a 1-0 victory.

Marcus Hahnemann (GK) – Reading – English Championship Promotion Play-offs - Video Highlights – Burnley took a 1-0 lead on Reading in the first leg of the promotion play-off semifinals. Hahnemann made 5 saves but his defense let him down as Burnley’s goal came from a penalty kick converted by Graham Alexander. The second leg will be at Reading next week.

Michael Bradley (RM) – Borussia Monchengladbach – German Bundesliga – Monchengladbach appeared to not have things going their way when Marko Marin missed a penalty early but a late goal from Roberto Colautti gave the club a crucial 1-0 victory. Bradley started and played the full game at right midfield. With the victory, Monchengladbach are now safe from relegation but only on goal difference.

Sal Zizzo (ST) – Hannover 96 – German Bundesliga – Video Highlights – Zizzo has received little playing time for Hannover but was a late substitute on Saturday’s game against Eintracht Frankfurt which ended in a 1-1 draw. He has now played in 5 games for the club in the Bundesliga this season.

Michael Parkhurst – FC Nordsjælland – Danish SAS-Ligaen – Video Highlights – Parkhurs played the full game as FC Nordsjælland fell to Copenhagen 1-3 and are only 5 points clear of relegation. With 4 games left, the team should be safe but needs a victory to assure they avoid relegation.