NEW YORK -- Kansas City Wizards midfielder Chris Klein,
who scored the game-winning goal and added an assist in a 2-1
victory over Los Angeles, was selected MLS Player of the Week
for the period ending Sunday.
Klein triggered Kansas City's flying start in its home opener,
where the Wizards were presented with their 2000 MLS Cup
championship rings. His third-minute cross from the right wing
found Chris Brown for the opening goal.
Just eight minutes after the break, Klein doubled Kansas City's
lead with a 16-yard effort.
Klein is fifth on the Wizards' all-time scoring list with 40
points (13 goals, 14 assists).
Other players considered for the award include midfielder Dema
Kovalenko of Chicago, and goalkeeper Nick Rimando and midfielder
Preki of Miami.
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