Fulham midfielder Clint Dempsey, left, and AS Roma defender Philippe Mexes, of France, compete for the ball during the Europa League soccer match between AS Roma and Fulham at Rome's Olympic stadium, Thursday, Nov. 5, 2009. AP Photo logo AP Photo 27 months ago

Fulham midfielder Clint Dempsey, left, and AS Roma defender Philippe Mexes, of France, compete for the ball during the Europa League soccer match between AS Roma and Fulham at Rome's Olympic stadium, Thursday, Nov. 5, 2009.

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