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New England Revolution defender Chris Tierney suspended by MLS

Chris Tierney is cautioned by referee Baldomero Toledo on Saturday against Philadelphia.

Chris Tierney is cautioned by referee Baldomero Toledo on Saturday against Philadelphia.

New England defender Chris Tierney has been suspended for one game by Major League Soccer for a reckless challenge the league said endangered the safety of Philadelphia forward Sebastien LeToux during a game last weekend.

Tierney also was fined Wednesday by MLS's disciplinary committee. He will miss Thursday's match at Portland.