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MLS Week 26 Review: Transmit Tim Lovejoy Across the Atlantic Ocean
By: Daryl |
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Not so long ago, I had a good old rant about how MLS needs a decent highlights show to make it more accessible. Turns out that something similar already exists. Not exactly a highlights show, but an entertaining show themed around all things MLS. With some highlights. Only problem is that it’s not being broadcast [...]
Tags: Carlos Ruiz, Christian Gomez, Cuauhtémoc Blanco, David Beckham Soccer USA, Jozey Altidore, MLS, Tim Lovejoy, World Football, World SoccerTen Things We Learned from The Premiership This Week 09.30.07
By: Daryl | 3 Comments
This week’s Premiership goings on lacked the drama and intrigue of last week, but that’s probably a good thing. The ins and outs at Stamford Bridge gave us plenty to talk (and, of course, blog) about but in the end it’s all a bit tawdry and takes the spotlight off what happens on the field, [...]
Tags: Andriy Shevchenko, Arsene Wenger, Chelsea, Clint Dempsey, Cristiano Ronaldo, David Beckham, David Bentley, Dong Gook Lee, England, English Premier League, EPL, Everton, Middlesbrough, Mido, Mikel Arteta, Portsmouth 7-4 Reading, Premiership, Rafa Benitez, Robin van Persie, World Football, World SoccerJuninho Wins Battle of Brazilian Marquee Players
By: Daryl | No Comments
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The A-League’s two big name Brazilian Marquee Players both went head to head yesterday when Mario Jardel and his Newcastle Jets faced the Juninho Paulista’s Sydney FC. Both men have made Beckham like starts to their Australian careers, their seasons interrupted by injury. Both were (sort of) fit to start the game, with Juninho “wearing [...]
Category: World FootballA Tackle so Bad the Penalty is Prison
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Coelho may think he has it tough, getting a four month ban for his spot of seal clubbing, but at least he’s not spending any time behind bars. A court in Salti, in northern Argentina recently sentenced 37 year old Marcelo Cil to a year in prison and a 20,000 peso fine for the challenge [...]
Daily Dose 09.30.07
By: Daryl | No Comments
Read these before you make that £87,000 phone call…
How clichés become clichés (DCenters)
The very best dive in the history of football, ever (Football Corner)
Cocktails in honour of Leo Messi (Hasta El Gol Siempre)
Djibril Cisse in nightclubs and in court (OM Offside)
Carling Cup misery should be a two way street for Man Utd fans and players [...]
Category: World FootballFalcao’s Monumental Hat-Trick
By: Daryl | 2 Comments
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Some great action in the Copa Sudamericana last night. The tournament is a bit like the Copa Libertadores, the difference being it doesn’t quite have the history (minus) but does feature CONCACAF teams (plus.) Either way, all the teams involved are in it to win it, especially when Brazilian and Argentine teams clash. Brazil’s Botafogo [...]
Category: South AmericaDoes Avram Grant Need a License to Drive Chelsea?
By: Daryl | 3 Comments
It’s well known that Chelsea boss Avram Grant (that still sounds weird doesn’t it?) is lacking the necessary UEFA Pro License to manage at the top level. UEFA are OK with it and won’t be banning him from the Champions League touchline unless the Premier League formally complain, but there’s still pressure for him to [...]
The Offside Guide to Tackling The Seal
By: Daryl | 12 Comments
Coelho’s brutal clubbing of Cruzeiro’s Kerlon for his seal dribble has landed the Atletico Mineiro defender a four month ban and sparked a huge debate in Brazil. For those unfamiliar (and where have you been?) Kerlon’s trick involves balancing the ball on his head while running, which some, including Brazil national coach Dunga, feel is [...]
Category: South AmericaGod Set for Anfield Return
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We’re already down to the last 16 teams in the Carling Cup, and the draw for every English manager’s fourth favourite competition was made this morning. The interesting news is as follows: Robbie Fowler, better known as God to the Liverpool faithful, will return to Anfield with Cardiff City. There’s a very good chance this [...]
Daily Dose 09.29.07
By: Daryl | 1 Comment
Something to read while you’re in jail for coughing…
Julio Baptista gets on his bike (Soccer Blog)
The next coach of the US WNT: MySpace commenters (AOL Fanhouse)
The Ronny & Rooney double act: more successful on the pitch than off (Man Utd Offside)
Lose to an MLS team? Fire your coach (Quarter Volley)
Extending the olive branch of peace [...]
Category: World FootballThe Offside Rewind: Be afriad. Be very afraid
By: Bob | 3 Comments
She takes the piss out of any other WAG
Give this team a pay raise or they’ll do another nude photo shoot
It is difficult to hate the enemy when their willy is hanging out
Sometimes bribes can’t wait for the final whistle
Do they have enough big name players on their roster?
$20 million ain’t enough to bring him [...]
Category: World FootballShould MLS increase the number of designated players per team?
By: Bob | 5 Comments
In addition to the Seattle to MLS rumors circulating around the interwebs, I have seen a number of mentions this week about the possibility of the league allowing all the teams to have a second designated player on their roster. The basic idea being that an additional designated player slot would allow teams to [...]
Weekend Watch: Living for Halftime
By: Bob | 2 Comments
By dictate from the sporting gods there must be big football games played on the weekends all year round. This weekend is no exception. While the matchups in England, Spain and France are not off the charts great, there are some very worthy games being played in other leagues. Here is a [...]
Category: World FootballJose Mourihno more special than Portugal’s Former Prime Minister
By: Bob | 3 Comments
In this day and age of 24-hour BREAKING NEWS on the cable channels a big story simply cannot wait for a mere interview with a former prime minister. It requires the newscast to break into the conversation and take the viewer right to the scene of the critical news story. Especially if that [...]
Category: World FootballArsense Wenger: The Premier League Sky is Falling
By: Bob | 4 Comments
October 1st will mark the 11th anniversary of Arsene Wenger’s appointment as manager of Arsenal. His Premier League tenure is second only to that of Sir Alex Ferguson. Given his longevity and success, we are mandated by law to take seriously his thoughts when he pontificates on the state of football in England.
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