U.S. Soccer to consider repealing ban on players kneeling - sources

Herc Gomez believes MLS needs Mario Balotelli as he offers an aura similar to Zlatan Ibrahimovic. Columbus Crew winger Etienne explains why his terror turned to rage following recent run-ins with the police. Chicago Fire forward C.J. Sapong explains why there is a "disconnect" when it comes to diversity in MLS. ESPN's Jon Champion explains how relieved he was to hear Major League Soccer is now set to resume. Ale Moreno warns that when MLS returns, players are more likely to be in preseason than midseason form. The U.S. Soccer Federation's (USSF) board of directors is considering the possible repeal of its policy requiring national team players to stand during the national anthem, according to multiple sources. At the urging of USSF president Cindy Parlow Cone, the board will meet via conference call Tuesday to discuss the policy, sources said. The board probably will take a formal vote Friday. - Stream ESPN FC Daily on ESPN+ (U.S. only) - Insider Notebook: Man United chase 'The Octopus'   If...