THE STARTING 11: Unusual MLS Ailments

Swine Flu. West Nile Virus. Monkey Pox. Athletes' Foot. As we have seen this summer by the quarantining of Galaxy star Landon Donovan, even elite footballers aren't immune to the new world of pandemics. However, few people realize that Major League Soccer has it's own specific list of horrifying viruses, diseases and ailments. Cover your mouth before you contract...

11. Dallas Burn

10. The Schelottos

9. Lung Berg

8. Expanded Saputos

7. Bad case of the Rapids

6. Massively Swollen Supporter Heads (Localized to BMO Field and Qwest Field)

5. New York Red Balls

4. Migraine / Hejduk

3. Tightness in Wallet (TFC ownership specific)

2. Beckham Fever (Nearly cured)

1. Columbus Croup