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    Soccer Overload

  • Standings in Spanish Primera Liga: November 22, 2009

    GP W D L Pts Real Madrid 11 9 1 1 28 Barcelona 11 8 3 0 27 Sevilla FC 11 8 1 2 25 Deportivo la Coruna 11 7 1 3 22 Valencia 10 6 3 1 21 Mallorca 11 6 2 3 20 Sporting Gijon 11 4 5 2 17 Athletic Bilbao 11 5 2 4 17 Getafe 11 5 0 6 15 Espanyol 11 3 4 4 13 Villarreal 11 3 3 5 12 Osasuna 10 3 3 4 12 Almeria 11 3 3 5 12 Real Zaragoza 11 3 3 5 12 Valladolid 11 2 4 5 10 Tenerife 11 3 1 7 10 Racing Santander 11 1 4 6 7 Atlético Madrid 11 1 4 6 7 Xerez 11 1 4 6 7 Málaga 11 1 3 7 6

  • Standings in English Premier League: November 22, 2009

    GP W D L Pts Chelsea 13 11 0 2 33 Manchester United 13 9 1 3 28 Arsenal 12 8 1 3 25 Tottenham 13 8 1 4 25 Aston Villa 13 6 4 3 22 Manchester City 12 5 6 1 21 Liverpool 13 6 2 5 20 Sunderland 13 6 2 5 20 Stoke City 13 5 4 4 19 Burnley 13 5 2 6 17 Blackburn 12 5 1 6 16 Fulham 12 4 3 5 15 Birmingham 13 4 3 6 15 Everton 12 4 3 5 15 Wigan 13 4 2 7 14 Hull City 13 3 3 7 12 West Ham 13 2 5 6 11 Bolton 12 3 2 7 11 Wolverhampton 13 2 4 7 10 Portsmouth 13 2 1 10 7

  • Standings in Serie A: November 22, 2009

    GP W D L Pts Inter Milan 13 10 2 1 32 Juventus 13 8 3 2 27 AC Milan 13 7 4 2 25 Sampdoria 13 7 3 3 24 Parma 13 7 2 4 23 Fiorentina 13 6 3 4 21 Genoa 13 6 2 5 20 Cagliari 13 6 1 6 19 Napoli 13 5 4 4 19 Bari 13 4 6 3 18 AS Roma 13 5 3 5 18 Palermo 13 4 5 4 17 Chievo Verona 13 4 3 6 15 Udinese 13 4 3 6 15 Lazio 13 2 6 5 12 Bologna 13 3 3 7 12 Atalanta 13 3 3 7 12 Livorno 13 3 3 7 12 Catania 13 1 6 6 9 Siena 13 1 3 9 6

  • Standings in German Bundesliga: November 22, 2009

    GP W D L Pts Bayer Leverkusen 13 7 6 0 27 Werder Bremen 13 7 5 1 26 Schalke 04 13 7 4 2 25 TSG Hoffenheim 13 7 2 4 23 Hamburg SV 13 6 5 2 23 Mainz 13 6 4 3 22 Bayern Munich 13 5 6 2 21 VfL Wolfsburg 13 6 3 4 21 Borussia Dortmund 13 4 6 3 18 Hannover 96 13 4 4 5 16 Eintracht Frankfurt 13 4 4 5 16 Borussia Monchengladbach 13 4 3 6 15 SC Freiburg 13 4 1 8 13 Nurnberg 13 3 3 7 12 FC Cologne 13 3 3 7 12 VfB Stuttgart 13 2 5 6 11 VfL Bochum 13 3 2 8 11 Hertha Berlin 13 1 2 10 5

  • Standings in French Ligue 1: November 22, 2009

    GP W D L Pts AJ Auxerre 13 8 2 3 26 Bordeaux 13 8 1 4 25 Lyon 13 7 4 2 25 Lorient 13 7 3 3 24 Montpellier 13 7 3 3 24 Valenciennes 13 7 2 4 23 Marseille 12 6 4 2 22 AS Monaco 13 7 1 5 22 Nice 13 6 2 5 20 Stade Rennes 13 5 4 4 19 Toulouse 13 5 3 5 18 AS Nancy Lorraine 13 5 2 6 17 PSG 12 4 4 4 16 Lille 13 4 4 5 16 Sochaux 12 5 0 7 15 Lens 13 4 3 6 15 St Etienne 13 4 1 8 13 Boulogne 12 2 3 7 9 Le Mans 13 2 2 9 8 Grenoble 13 0 2 11 2
 
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    BBC Premier League

  • Jutkiewicz mulls over Well future

    22 Nov 2009 | 1:23 pm
    Motherwell's on-loan striker Lukas Jutkiewicz says he is happy to be playing but will not say how long he will be at Fir Park.

  • Redknapp tips Defoe to top charts

    22 Nov 2009 | 1:03 pm
    Tottenham boss Harry Redknapp believes Jermain Defoe can go on to be the Premier League's top scorer after he scores five against Wigan.

  • Hart calms James injury concerns

    22 Nov 2009 | 12:20 pm
    Portsmouth manager Paul Hart tries to allay fears over David James after the keeper has to pull out of the loss at Stoke because of a calf injury.

  • Martinez embarrassed after defeat

    22 Nov 2009 | 12:12 pm
    Wigan manager Roberto Martinez says he feels "embarrassed after watching his side get hammered 9-1 by Tottenham.

  • Stoke 1-0 Portsmouth

    22 Nov 2009 | 9:53 am
    Ex-Portsmouth striker Ricardo Fuller makes his old club pay for a missed penalty as he scores Stoke's winner against the Premier League's bottom club.
 
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    uefa.com - News

  • UEFA statement on match-fixing case

    22 Nov 2009 | 3:59 pm
    UEFA has confirmed that it has been assisting the German authorities with their investigations following arrests connected to match-fixing and corruption allegations involving about 200 games.

  • Khacheridi ruled out of Rubin encounter

    22 Nov 2009 | 3:14 pm
    FC Dynamo Kyiv defender Yevgen Khacheridi will miss the club's remaining matches in UEFA Champions League Group F due to a broken bone in his foot sustained on international duty with Ukraine.

  • Valencia stay on leaders' coat-tails

    22 Nov 2009 | 2:00 pm
    Valencia CF are fourth in the Spanish Liga and just four points behind leaders Real Madrid CF thanks to a 3-1 win at CA Osasuna, while RCD Mallorca are in sixth place after beating UD Almería 3-1.

  • Ligue 1 chasers join congested summit

    22 Nov 2009 | 1:25 pm
    FC Lorient are fourth in Ligue 1 after beating lowly AS Saint-Etienne 2-0 while Montpellier Hérault SC are one place lower having won by the same scoreline against LOSC Lille Métropole in the late kick-off.

  • Familiar faces provide ideal preparation

    22 Nov 2009 | 1:06 pm
    FC Rubin Kazan will approach Matchday 5 in high spirits after retaining the Russian Premier-Liga title on a weekend when several other UEFA Champions League contenders faced traditional rivals.
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    ESPNsoccernet

  • La Liga: Valencia fire, Nilmar double

    soccernet.com
    22 Nov 2009 | 2:38 pm
    Brazil striker Nilmar scored twice to lead Villarreal to a 3-1 home win over Real Valladolid that moved them up to 11th in La Liga on Sunday.

  • Ligue 1: Lorient down St Etienne to climb fourth

    Reuters
    22 Nov 2009 | 2:35 pm
    Lorient climbed to fourth in Ligue 1 on Sunday by scoring two early goals to win 2-0 win at strugglers St Etienne.

  • Serie A: AC Milan rollercoaster, Totti hits hat-trick

    soccernet.com
    22 Nov 2009 | 2:18 pm
    AC Milan were imperious in attack but woeful defensively in a 4-3 home win over Cagliari on Sunday which summed up their topsy-turvy season.

  • Tottenham 9-1 Wigan

    soccernet.com
    22 Nov 2009 | 2:10 pm
    Tottenham striker Jermain Defoe scored five times to send his side back into the Champions League places as Harry Redknapp's men threatened to rack up double figures against Wigan at White Hart Lane.

  • Bundesliga: Bayern draw leaves Van Gaal on brink

    soccernet.com
    22 Nov 2009 | 11:17 am
    Werder Bremen demolished promoted Freiburg 6-0 with five goals in 27 minutes and a sparkling display of attacking football on Saturday to go top of the Bundesliga.
 
 
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  • Redknapp tips Defoe to top charts

    22 Nov 2009 | 1:03 pm
    Tottenham boss Harry Redknapp believes Jermain Defoe can go on to be the Premier League's top scorer after he scores five against Wigan.

  • Hart calms James injury concerns

    22 Nov 2009 | 12:20 pm
    Portsmouth manager Paul Hart tries to allay fears over David James after the keeper has to pull out of the loss at Stoke because of a calf injury.

  • Cotterill to complete Swans move

    22 Nov 2009 | 11:15 am
    Swansea City are closing in on the signing of Sheffield United winger David Cotterill.

  • Stoke 1-0 Portsmouth

    22 Nov 2009 | 9:53 am
    Ex-Portsmouth striker Ricardo Fuller makes his old club pay for a missed penalty as he scores Stoke's winner against the Premier League's bottom club.

  • Defoe nets five as super Spurs hit nine

    22 Nov 2009 | 8:59 am
    Jermain Defoe scores five as Tottenham utterly humiliate Wigan 9-1 - their biggest top-flight win and the second-largest winning margin in Premier League history - to move fourth in the table.
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    uefa.com - FIFA World Cup

  • Play-offs complete World Cup lineup

    19 Nov 2009 | 8:00 am
    The lineup for the 2010 FIFA World Cup is complete after France, Greece, Portugal and Slovenia booked Europe's last available spots via the play-offs to join nine other UEFA members in South Africa.

  • Dedič fires Slovenia to South Africa

    18 Nov 2009 | 2:35 pm
    Slovenia 1-0 Russia (agg: 2-2, Slovenia win on away goals)A lone Zlatko Dedič strike earned Slovenia a narrow but deserved victory and a place at the FIFA World Cup finals next summer.

  • France pushed all the way by Ireland

    18 Nov 2009 | 2:22 pm
    France 1-1 Republic of Ireland (agg: 2-1, aet)The hosts needed a William Gallas header to reach South Africa after Robbie Keane's 41st international goal forced extra time.

  • Greece grasp finals berth in Ukraine

    18 Nov 2009 | 1:28 pm
    Ukraine 0-1 Greece (agg: 0-1)Dimitris Salpingidis's goal on the counterattack was all it took for Otto Rehhagel's men to book themselves a ticket to South Africa.

  • Meireles confirms Portugal progress

    18 Nov 2009 | 1:27 pm
    Bosnia-Herzegovina 0-1 Portugal (agg: 0-2)Raul Meireles's second-half strike ensured Portugal a berth at next summer's South African finals at the expense of the ten-man hosts.
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    BigSoccer

  • No turf

    Microwave
    22 Nov 2009 | 6:10 pm
    this game is unwatchable. never again should a game be played on a surface where the players can't control the ball because it is bouncing all over. Horrible.

  • Most Draws Without A Loss In Qualifying For Any World Cup

    EvanJ
    22 Nov 2009 | 5:59 pm
    What's the record for most draws without a loss in any country's qualification attempt for one World Cup? Korea Republic had 7 draws and no losses in qualifying for World Cup 2010. That's 1 more draw without a loss than Israel had in qualifying for World Cup 2006.

  • Playoff Format Proposal

    Crewster
    22 Nov 2009 | 5:42 pm
    I along with many other people believe that the Supporters Shield winner is not sufficiently rewarded in the playoff format. Here is a proposal to change that: 9 teams make the playoff instead of the current 8. On the first playoff date, the 9th place team plays a single game at the 8th place team stadium. The winner advances to play the first place team in a single game on the second playoff date at the first place team's stadium. Winner advances as usual. The SS winner gets the advantage of not having to travel for the first round. The 9th place team doesn't get a home playoff game, but…

  • MLS Cup 2009 Officiating [R]

    MassachusettsRef
    22 Nov 2009 | 5:34 pm
    Well, it's our marquee domestic match. So good, bad or indifferent, we'll probably be discussing this match. Referee: Kevin STOTT Senior AR: C.J. MORGANTE Junior AR: Rob FEREDAY 4th Official: Baldomero TOLEDO

  • Scouting for the Revs: Andre Akpan

    burud111
    22 Nov 2009 | 5:24 pm
    Went to Harvard v. Monmouth today for the NCAA Tournament Rd. 2. I was hoping to get a look at Akpan and maybe discover some other players. Game started very even. Harvard scored before halftime after hitting the crossbar twice in the same sequence. Central defender scored. After halftime, Harvard started to sit back and Monmouth looked the more dangerous team. To this point, Akpan was being looked for by his teammates but wasn't showing anything. He was good at heading passes off of goal kicks to his teammates and repelling the defender. He'd shown glimpses of extended possession but also…
 
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  • Martinez embarrassed after defeat

    22 Nov 2009 | 12:12 pm
    Wigan manager Roberto Martinez says he feels "embarrassed after watching his side get hammered 9-1 by Tottenham.

  • Cotterill to complete Swans move

    22 Nov 2009 | 11:15 am
    Swansea City are closing in on the signing of Sheffield United winger David Cotterill.

  • Sunderland stun champions Arsenal

    22 Nov 2009 | 10:29 am
    Sunderland pull off the shock of the Women's Premier League season by beating perennial champions Arsenal.

  • Stoke 1-0 Portsmouth

    22 Nov 2009 | 9:53 am
    Ex-Portsmouth striker Ricardo Fuller makes his old club pay for a missed penalty as he scores Stoke's winner against the Premier League's bottom club.

  • Defoe nets five as super Spurs hit nine

    22 Nov 2009 | 8:59 am
    Jermain Defoe scores five as Tottenham utterly humiliate Wigan 9-1 - their biggest top-flight win and the second-largest winning margin in Premier League history - to move fourth in the table.
 
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  • MLS Cup: Los Angeles Galaxy vs. Real Salt Lake (The Pre-Match Preview)

    Ives Galarcep
    22 Nov 2009 | 10:39 am
    The Los Angeles Galaxy faces Real Salt Lake in the 2009 MLS Cup Final tonight (8:30pm, ESPN/Galavision) in a match-up of teams that each seemed like MLS Cup long-shots at certain points in the season. The Galaxy looked far from a title team through the season's first two months, but Bruce Arena's club came together during the summer and kicked into a new gear when David Beckham finally arrived during the summer. Real Salt Lake came into the year with higher expectations after coming so close to an MLS Cup Final appearance last year, but inconsistent form through most of the season…

  • Soccer Sunday: Your Running Commentary

    Ives Galarcep
    22 Nov 2009 | 8:22 am
    The Mexican League playoffs and the MLS Cup Final headline a busy day of soccer action around the world. The LA Galaxy-Real Salt Lake MLS Cup Final should offer a great nightcap for a day of soccer that includes some EPL and Serie A action, and a Mexican League playoff showdown featuring Michael Orozco's San Luis against Toluca. If you will be watching today's action, please feel free to share your thoughts, opinions and some play-by-play in the comments section below. Enjoy the action (Today's soccer TV schedule is after the jump). SUNDAY 10am- FSE- Tottenham Hotspur vs.

  • MLS Grapevine: Sampson favorite to coach Chivas USA, MLS targets U-17 stars and more

    Ives Galarcep
    21 Nov 2009 | 10:53 am
    Photo by ISIphotos.com On the eve of what could be the Los Angeles Galaxy's first MLS Cup title since 2005, the man who led LA to its last championship looks ready to return to MLS. Steve Sampson is on the verge of being hired by Chivas USA as head coach, sources have told SBI. Sampson would replace Preki, who took over as Toronto FC head coach. While Sampson is the favorite to be hired, sources have told SBI that Chivas USA is still conducting interviews with several coaches with MLS experience. A final decision is expected in the next week or two. Sampson last coached in MLS in 2006,…

  • Soccer Saturday: Your Running Commentary

    Ives Galarcep
    21 Nov 2009 | 8:30 am
    Tim Howard faces off against former club Manchester United today in one of the day's marquee match-ups. The morning EPL matches are already underway, but Everton's showdown against the champions will highlight the afternoon slate of matches. If you will be watching today's action, or if you watched the early morning action, please feel free to share your thoughts, opinions and some play-by-play in the comments section below. Enjoy the action (Today's TV schedule is after the jump): Today's Soccer on TV 10am- Setanta Sports- Chelsea vs. Wolverhampton Wanderers 10am- FSC,…

  • This Weekend's Soccer on TV

    Ives Galarcep
    20 Nov 2009 | 2:15 pm
    Photo by ISIphotos.com The 2009 MLS Cup will serve as the marquee match of a busy weekend of soccer on TV. The LA Galaxy takes on Real Salt Lake on Sunday night in a match that should offer plenty of intrigue and attacking soccer. Before we get to that championship match, soccer fans will be treated with quality tilts from England to Italy, as well as from Mexico, where the playoffs are about to begin. Here are SBI's Top 10 Matches to Watch this weekend, as well as this weekend's schedule of matches on TV: SBI's Top 10  Matches to Watch 1. Los Angeles Galaxy vs. Real Salt…
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  • Five-star Defoe puts Tottenham on cloud nine after Wigan rout

    Dominic Fifield
    22 Nov 2009 | 12:43 pm
    • Seven-minute hat-trick in eight-goal second half• 'He is an amazing finisher,' says Spurs' managerHarry Redknapp proclaimed Jermain Defoe as the "best finisher" in the English game after seeing the striker become only the third player, after Alan Shearer and Andy Cole, to score five times in a Premier League game as Tottenham Hotspur inflicted a humiliating 9-1 defeat on Wigan Athletic.The win was Spurs' best for 32 years – and the worst in the Latics' history as a league club – and hoisted them back into fourth place while significantly closing the gap in goal difference with…

  • Stoke City 1-0 Portsmouth

    Paul Doyle
    22 Nov 2009 | 11:42 am
    The paradox of Portsmouth's season continues. Another praise-worthy performance produced another defeat and even more problems for the Premier League's bottom club.Paul Hart's plans hit a snag before the game even began, with David James pulling a calf in the warm-up. Portsmouth then missed a penalty before being beaten by a goal from a player who the opposition were preparing to withdraw, Tony Pulis admitting afterwards that he had decided to substitute Ricardo Fuller shortly before the Jamaican hit a 74th-minute winner. It is to Hart's credit that his players continue to perform with spirit…

  • 'Beckham could play in 2014 World Cup'

    22 Nov 2009 | 4:06 pm
    • Meersseman: 'I see no reason why he couldn't play till 40'• If he wants to do it, he is going to do it, says medical directorA radical fitness coach who ensured that Paolo Maldini and Alessandro Costacurta played at the highest level until they were in their 40s has claimed that David Beckham could still be playing for England at the 2014 World Cup.AC Milan medical director Jean-Pierre Meersseman's mysterious techniques, which involves predicting injuries, allowed Maldini and Costacurta to play on to the age of 41. And he believes 34-year-old Beckham, who once again joins Milan and…

  • Neville hits out at 'mollycoddled' players

    22 Nov 2009 | 5:12 pm
    • Stars 'cannot even set up their own bank accounts'• Agents condemned for over-protecting playersManchester United's captain, Gary Neville, has hit out at modern footballers who have everything done for them and are "mollycoddled" by their agents.The former England defender believes young players should be learning through their own experiences and not allow others to make professional and personal decisions for them."It is one of my pet hates when I see players who have agents who do everything for them," Neville said in a column in the Times of Malta. "They don't know how to set up…

  • Premier League highlights

    11 May 2009 | 4:00 pm
    Follow the goals and highlights from the best of the weekend's Premier League games
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    Major League Soccer News

  • Garber presents Gulati with Commissioner's Award

    21 Nov 2009 | 11:07 pm
    At the league's annual Gala Celebration on the eve of MLS Cup 2009, MLS Commissioner Don Garber presented the Commissioner's Award to U.S. Soccer Federation President Sunil Gulati.

  • RSL take identity from head coach

    Steve Davis
    21 Nov 2009 | 8:05 pm
    Back in his striker days, before his quick ascendency into the manager's chair, Jason Kreis was the quintessential national team understudy.

  • RSL notes: Borchers leading defense

    Kyle McCarthy and Andrew Winner
    21 Nov 2009 | 7:59 pm
    Nat Borchers' reliable excellence in central defense has provided one of the fundamental building blocks that has led Real Salt Lake to the cusp of MLS Cup glory.

  • LA notes: Adjusting to Qwest Field turf

    Larry Morgan and Jeff Carlisle
    21 Nov 2009 | 7:21 pm
    L.A. plays on a natural grass surface at The Home Depot Center, and with Sunday's game at Qwest Field being played on artificial turf, the Galaxy have spent the last two days getting themselves acclimated.

  • For Williams, hurdles in rear-view mirror

    Kyle McCarthy
    21 Nov 2009 | 6:23 pm
    On the long and winding road to his first MLS Cup Final, Real Salt Lake midfielder Andy Williams faced two significant obstacles.
 
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  • This is it! Some news for Friday the 20th

    Graham
    20 Nov 2009 | 11:51 am
    So this is what it comes down to after: hundreds of games, tears, fears, and anger. Boredom, crappy internet feeds, reading thousands of blog posts, pictures, drama in the stands, cheering, cursing, giving the one finger salutes, yelling at homer announcers, and listening to podcasts; you’re head is full of MLS, and that’s just fine because Sunday we’ve got the final, and then you can relax for a bit.So without further ado, let’s get rolling. Whether you are in Seattle or your lazy ass is in your chair, there is plenty to take in.The Schedule of Events (All Time Central Cause I Live…

  • Some News for Thu Nov 19, 2009

    brucio
    19 Nov 2009 | 2:17 pm
    FYII will be off Friday and Monday enjoying all that Seattle has to offer. So our good friend Graham Fox will be filling in. I have no doubt you will like it. His work here in the past has been fantastic. Have fun everyone, and don't miss MLS Cup.- BruceSTARTERSIf last Saturday's USA game at Slovakia was disappointing, then yesterday's game at Denmark was down right pathetic. They did not appear to make any adjustments or learn from Saturday's match. And then like so many times before then were asleep when they came out from half time and got rolled hard with 3 goals in 9 minutes. There is…

  • Friday Night Party In Seattle

    brucio
    19 Nov 2009 | 3:40 am
    SEE YOU IN SEATTLEIt's MLS Cup Weekend - So come and party with your friends on Friday night!The Designated Players - du Nord, Soccer by Ives, The Original Winger, This Is American Soccer and The Offside Rules - will be hosting a get together on Friday night in Seattle at Kells Pub.And I really hope to see you all there.The bar has a $5 cover charge that night so don't be surprised when you get there. We had no say in this, its a normal night for them. And sadly, the money does not go into my pocket.Fri Nov 20Kick off is at 9pmKells Pub1916 Post Alleynear Pike Place Market206-728-1916More…

  • Some News for Wed Nov 18, 2009

    brucio
    18 Nov 2009 | 9:33 am
    STARTERSOn Thursday Toronto FC is expected to name Preki as their new head coach.dNIncredible quote from Real Salt Lake head coach Jason Kreis on his teams tough regular season: "I was very overconfident. I think I added to what was a little bit of an underlying thing on the team that we were a bit overconfident going into this season. We had been reading a bit too much about how we would compete for a championship this year, and we forgot the little things that got us here. We don't have stars on our team, and we had got away from that a little bit."dNAlgeria beats Egypt 1-0 in African World…

  • Some News for Tue Nov 17, 2009

    brucio
    17 Nov 2009 | 2:38 pm
    SEE YOU IN SEATTLEMLS Cup Weekend - Party with your friends on Friday night!The Designated Players - du Nord, Soccer by Ives, The Original Winger, This Is American Soccer and The Offside Rules - will be hosting a get together on Friday night in Seattle at Kells Pub.Hope to see you all there.The bar has a $5 cover charge that night so don't be surprised when you get there. We had no say in this, its a normal night for them. And sadly, the money does not go into my pocket.Fri Nov 20Kick off is at 9pmKells Pub1916 Post Alleynear Pike Place Market206-728-1916More from our partners The Original…
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  • Back in the USSR

    Cardillo
    20 Nov 2009 | 7:00 am
    Holy Zombie Jesus, did a lot go down since the last time the Premier League kicked off a fortnight ago. First and foremost, my assumed title chase between Chelsea and Arsenal got thrown a wicked Barry Zito circa-2002 curveball. (Ok, for Brits, a wicked Googly.) Chelsea is going to have to play at least a couple matches -- and almost certainly the Nov. 29 match with the Gooners -- without midfield

  • I don't usually agree with Tommy Smyth ...

    Cardillo
    18 Nov 2009 | 2:33 pm
    ... But Ireland got absolutely robbed in that game against France today. Thierry Henry with the "main d'un dieu" to set up William Gallas's winning goal. Oh, and both players were offside to start the play, too.In all honesty, not to pull a Sir Alex Ferguson, but that was arguably the worst non-call I've ever seen. Even the French broadcast dug into the Angophile dictionary to use the word, "

  • Danish doozer

    Cardillo
    18 Nov 2009 | 1:30 pm
    No ramblings. No preamble. No time. Have to run out for work, so not too much time to marinate on the USMNT/Denmark game. You're getting bullet points. Enjoy. * Danish Tex Mex? Who would have figured? I'm sure salted cod and salsa make an excellent burrito combo. * Missed the first 15-odd minutes watching the ends of the Algeria/Egypt hate-cast and the Ukraine/Greece snooze-fest.* Thank you

  • Mmmm Danish

    Cardillo
    17 Nov 2009 | 1:24 pm
    How about those Danish Van Houtens?What, you're telling me you didn't stick with 'The Simpsons' through season 19?Guess I'd have to call that a cromulent decision. If you read those last three seconds and your brain didn't turn into a puddle of chocolate pudding, you were probably able to deduce that I don't have a whole lot to offer for Wednesday's USMNT friendly against Denmark in Aarhus. (

  • Nothing ventured, nothing gained

    Cardillo
    14 Nov 2009 | 10:00 am
    Well, turns out Jozy Altidore, Clint Dempsey & Co. have about as much drawing power in Eastern Europe as Anvil. For whatever the reason Friday night I decided to stay up through multiple power outages for the MLS Western Conference Final between the Galaxy and Dynamo. During the match the thought drifted into my head about Saturday's USMNT/Slovakia friendly -- why wouldn't Bob Bradley simply roll
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    EPL Talk

  • Robbie Earle Interview: EPL Talk Podcast

    Kartik Krishnaiyer
    22 Nov 2009 | 4:05 pm
    Robbie Earle MBE, leading Football pundit joins us to discuss his career in football and broadcasting. Be sure not to miss a single episode of the EPL Talk Podcast, the only Premier League interview show on the Internet. We have a long list of high-profile guests scheduled over the next weeks each with their own fascinating stories to tell. Subscribe to the EPL Talk Podcast via iTunes or visit EPL Talk or the archives for the latest episodes. Related posts:EPL Talk Podcast: Paul Armstrong from Match of the DayEPL Talk Podcast: Chelsea-Manchester United ReviewWhich Has Been Your Favorite…

  • Football Photo Of The Week NOT Involving Thierry Henry

    Jesse Chula
    22 Nov 2009 | 1:28 pm
    It’s been a nice return to club football this weekend after all 32 countries are now locked in & booked for South Africa next Summer. What a week it was though for memorable moments and unforgettable photos in world football. Long will football fans remember the handball heard ’round the world, the pain and dejection on the Irish players faces and moments of pure passion and joy from other countries who will be playing their part in 2010. This weekend the EPL saw quite a few goals (34 by my count) including a 9-goal blitz by Tottenham v. Wigan. But another bizarre moment…

  • Poll: Which EPL Team Do You Least Look Forward To Watching On TV?

    The Gaffer
    22 Nov 2009 | 5:00 am
    Okay, admit it. Even though you thoroughly enjoy watching the Premier League, especially your favorite team each week, there are often times when you’re not too bothered about missing a match on television featuring teams that either don’t excite you or that you’re not interested in. But which team in particular do you dread watching more than any other in the Premier League? Vote below and let us know. Which team do you least look forward to watching on TV each week?(polls) Related posts:Poll: Which Champions League Match Are You Looking Forward To?Premier League Wants To…

  • Observations About Premier League Saturday Matchday 13

    The Gaffer
    21 Nov 2009 | 1:21 pm
    Thank god the Premier League is back. Nothing against international football, but there’s something very comforting with getting back into the ritual of watching Premier League football and being familiar with the surroundings, the pace of the game and the excitement it creates. So the Liverpool against Manchester City game on early Saturday was the perfect re-introduction to the Premier League. I found the first half not as boring as ESPN’s Tommy Smyth claimed it was. Sure, there were few chances, but the flowing football was easy on the eye which was punctuated by two…

  • Carlos Tevez Proves His Worth to Man City

    Dave Warner
    21 Nov 2009 | 12:50 pm
    When football pundits discuss Carlos Tevez, they often talk about his “work rate” and his “eye for the ball.” At times, though, the words “work rate” can morph into a backhanded compliment — as if those pundits are really saying, “He’s rubbish as a goal scorer, but boy, he sure works hard, doesn’t he?” Indeed, Tevez has only two goals in league play this season, and he has expressed his frustration over his sudden inability to finish. His infamous work rate, however, might be the primary reason Manchester City was able to score…
 
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    101 Great Goals

  • VIDEO: Five-star Defoe leads Spurs’ 9-1 mauling of Wigan; Blackburn win away at Bolton; Celtic slayed by Dundee United late show

    Arthur Antunes Coimbra
    22 Nov 2009 | 6:42 am
    Tottenham 9 - Wigan 1 (Premier League, November 22, 2009) (All Spurs goals in the second half here and longer highlights here.) History was made at White Hart Lane as Jermain Defoe scored five second half goals as Spurs humiliated Wigan to record their highest top-flight win. Peter Crouch headed Spurs ahead, while Defoe scored from six yards after the break and then from a tight angle. An unmarked Paul Scharner replied but Defoe notched from eight yards and Aaron Lennon scored with a low strike. Defoe scored with two more crisp finishes, while Chris Kirkland scored an unfortunate own goal and…

  • Individual Match Highlights: Gabriel Obertan (Manchester United) vs Everton

    Arthur Antunes Coimbra
    22 Nov 2009 | 4:35 am
    Is Gabi Obertan the anti-Nani? Against Everton on Saturday the young Frenchman again impressed when brought on as a late substitute by Sir Alex Ferguson, after the match was already firmly in control of the Red Devils. Obertan neatly settled into his now familiar wide-left position, working in tandem with Patrice Evra in United’s all-Gallic left-side of their team. Without doing anything spectacular, Obertan used his cameo appearance to sure-up his reputation as a trustworthy left-side midfielder, while using every opportunity to streak forward using his lightning pace. Further,…

  • Table-toppers Newcastle look to continue their good form at Preston

    Arthur Antunes Coimbra
    22 Nov 2009 | 3:52 am
    Preston v Newcastle, Championship, November 23, 2009 Preston 21/10; Draw 23/10; Newcastle 13/10 As is often the way with Newcastle this season, assessing the Magpies’ chances at Deepdale on Monday night requires a separation of the off-the-field shambles which has dogged the tenure of Mike Ashley, and the on-the-field results secured by burgeoning Black and Whites’ manager, Chris Houghton. Putting their sale/non-sale and subsequent awful renaming of St. James’ Park to one side, Newcastle presently sit atop of the Championship after a strong start to the campaign. While…

  • David Beckham admits “Victoria prefers sex to sleep”

    Arthur Antunes Coimbra
    22 Nov 2009 | 3:29 am
    “It definitely sounds like one of my wife’s quotes!”

  • More than a goal: Aldo De Nigris (Monterrey) vs Club America

    Arthur Antunes Coimbra
    22 Nov 2009 | 2:46 am
    Just days after his older brother’s death, Aldo De Nigris marked the passing of his brother Antonio by scoring the winner in the Mexican league playoff between Monterrey and America on Saturday. Mexican international Antonio De Nigris, aged 31, died of a heart attack in Greece on Monday. De Nigris was a member of Greek club Larissa at the time of his death. The goal arrived early in the second half. Aldo De Nigris received the ball inside the America box and was immediately confronted by visiting keeper Ochoa, who came out to try and shut down the angle. But, with too much time and space,…
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    This Is American Soccer, US Soccer, MNT, WNT, and MLS

  • Vietnam Superstar

    Adam
    17 Nov 2009 | 1:20 pm
    QUICK PROGRAMMING NOTES: TIAS, Du Nord, The Original Winger, Soccer By Ives, and The Offside Rules will be hosting a party Friday night 9pm in downtown Seattle at Kell’s Irish Pub (FYI - bar charges $5 cover, which is not going to us). It’s a true soccer bar I’m told, should be a good time. Won’t you join us? —- New Podcast Coming To iTunes: WaitingForGaetjens.com Hear me butcher first and last names and attempt to make co-host Greg Lalas laugh as he tries to bring serious analysis to the world of American soccer. We’re looking towards a weekly schedule to…

  • just get real and do it

    Adam
    4 Nov 2009 | 10:54 am
    Want improvement? A century ago as America’s eastern cities overpopulated it was, “Go west, young man.” For soccer a century later the trumpet sounds the same. Only going west means tracking back to the previous western frontier. In mainland Europe. Or at least that’s what Simon Kuper believes and writes in his and economist Stefan Szymanski’s new book, Soccernomics. I transcribed the entire interview, and he didn’t say it once. Maybe it’s the American wife and three American kids. Maybe it was living in Palo Alto as a kid or Boston as a young man. Maybe it’s why he wrote a…

  • a life toward soccer, part 2

    Adam
    16 Oct 2009 | 9:12 am
    Los Angeles artist Noe Valladolid continues his illustrated soccer biography The TIAS Diary Project returns with the 2nd part of a series put together by a young man in Southern California. This is his life’s story, his soccer story in words and pictures. Consider it a stab at a TIAS graphic novel. For the first installment, I referred to it as a stab at a comic book, but “graphic” now seems to be a better fit, as Noe’s story takes a turn for the darkness… A Life Toward Soccer, part 2 by Noe Valladolid We know that futbol is called the beautiful game. But it can be…

  • Kicking And Screening, now in DC

    Adam
    8 Oct 2009 | 12:06 pm
    foreign failure (and a blind date) nets New York DC a soccer film festival What almost started in London, only to become a gift to New York, is now taking the show on the road with the second installment of the Kicking & Screening soccer film festival in Washington, DC, October 15-18. With three new films that were not shown in NYC, the DC edition still includes Les Yeux dans les Bleus, but adds in a personal favorite, Sons of Sakhnin United, the cult classic Victory, and The Big Green. After the jump, an edited version of the story behind the film festival, originally published in May.

  • a life toward soccer

    Adam
    4 Sep 2009 | 10:12 am
    Los Angeles illustrator and artist Noe Valladolid begins his illustrated soccer biography The TIAS Diary Project returns with the first part of a series put together by a young man in Southern California. This is his life’s story, his soccer story in words and pictures. Consider it a stab at a TIAS comic book. Speaking of life stories, maybe you’ve heard that journalism is in a tough spot, facing obstacles both financial and technological. It hit me hard last year when I was laid off from my fulltime editor job at a magazine. Since then I’ve been searching for my next…
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    The Beautiful Game

  • VIDEO: Fake interview with Phil Brown

    21 Nov 2009 | 1:08 am
    Entertaining enough.

  • In a boot LINKS

    20 Nov 2009 | 5:52 pm
    How hurt is David Beckham? TMZ got the shot of his right foot in a boot.This league relies on him so much for exposure and interest that one has to wonder, how injured is the guy really?We may never know.Here are some links:German police reveal match-fixing. [Yahoo!]FIFA charges Egypt over bus attack. [USA Today]Fighting teammates kicked off team. [ESPN]UAE club forward dies at practice. [BBC]Don Garber does a Q&A with Wahl. [SI]And another with some fans. [The Seattle Times]Expansion protection deadline nears. [SBI]Bellamy not far from retirement? [Guardian]Ben Olsen in the same boat?

  • VIDEO: Soccer brawling

    20 Nov 2009 | 4:26 pm
    Could probably link to one of these every other day.

  • Transfer moving

    20 Nov 2009 | 2:58 pm
    Might be working out my own (apartment) transfer in the next couple days, but on to the pros:Phil Neville says he'll never go to Man. City.Blackburn dude loaned to QPR.Stuart Holden has big-league interest.U.S. U-17s do too.Beckham never considered leaving MLS.Valencia again says it won't sell its stars.Aguero to Chelsea another inch closer?Ole.

  • Friday's photo reel

    20 Nov 2009 | 1:33 pm
    1. Last look at the Needle -- via The Seattle Times2. Small confetti burst -- via The Original Winger3. Portugal's soldiers? -- via ONTD4. How can she see? -- via Kickette5. TH14's revised Wikipedia -- via The Spoiler6. An M. Bison lookalike? -- via WAAtP?
 
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    Yanks Abroad

  • Tracy continuing his work at Aalborg

    20 Nov 2009 | 2:55 am
    Reflecting on his recent game-winning performance against reigning Danish champions Copenhagen, Aalborg striker Marcus Tracy remains steadfast and focused on his continual growth as a player.

  • Preview: Weekend English action

    20 Nov 2009 | 2:50 am
    Jozy Altidore will hope to have a shot to put one past one of his international teammates when Hull host the Hammers while Frank Simek should continue his role in Wednesday's starting lineup.

  • Preview: Weekend Danish action

    20 Nov 2009 | 2:40 am
    Benny Feilhaber and a pair of his foes from Wednesday night's friendly will once again join forces to try to send Aarhus past Aalborg while Michael Parkhurst and Nordsjaelland will be looking for three points in Koge.

  • Preview: Rangers - Kilmarnock

    19 Nov 2009 | 6:56 pm
    After seeing his first league action of the year two weeks ago, DaMarcus Beasley will hope to get another opportunity off the bench for Rangers who host Kilmarnock on Saturday at Ibrox Stadium.

  • Preview: Weekend French action

    19 Nov 2009 | 6:47 pm
    Carlos Bocanegra and Rennes look to break out of their slump when they host Le Mans on Saturday at Route de Lorient in Rennes.
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    WVHooligan - Soccer Blog

  • MLS Cup Live Super Blog

    WVHooligan
    22 Nov 2009 | 2:57 pm
    Thanks to Duane Rollins over at The 24th Minute for getting this set up tonight. Feel free to come back later this evening and join in on all the MLS Cup fun! MLS Cup Final - Super! live blog [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

  • MLS Cup Hype: ESPN Preview

    WVHooligan
    22 Nov 2009 | 2:21 pm
    More MLS Cup hype, this time again from ESPN with their preview of the game from JP and Harkes. [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

  • MLS Cup Hype: ESPN Press Pass

    WVHooligan
    21 Nov 2009 | 8:31 am
    I think this was posted a day or so ago but still worth putting up here to hype tomorrow’s big game. ESPN’s Adrian Healy, Janusz Michallik and Robbie Mustoe give us a preview of this year’s MLS... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

  • MLS Cup Hype: Galaxy At Qwest

    WVHooligan
    21 Nov 2009 | 6:30 am
    Thanks to MLSinsider for posting these videos. Check out that new blog by the league if you haven’t already. SF from The Offside Rules does an excellent job of keeping us up to date with the... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

  • MLS Cup Preview: Galaxy vs RSL

    WVHooligan
    20 Nov 2009 | 1:27 pm
    This is a game I’ve gone back and forth with all week. Two western conference squads meeting in the league final is going to be interesting. Not many had picked both the LA Galaxy and Real Salt... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]
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    World Cup Blog - Euro 2008 Championships

  • Domenech is Not France's Only Problem...

    Inara
    31 Dec 1969 | 4:00 pm
    Regardless of how France got to the World Cup and whether they deserve to be there, the reality is that this summer, Les Bleus will be in South Africa with Raymond Domenech as their coach. I'm not really interested in revisiting Henry's goal or the resulting fallout from that, as its been covered very well by Laurie, Jeff, and Daryl. Instead, I'd like to discuss more practical matters. With the amount of talent France has, there is no fathomable reason that they should be completely outclassed by a weaker Irish side, and yet it did happen. Twice. And it's not just the Irish - so many times…

  • Dijkshoorn: Van Vossen can suffer, Huntelaar can't...

    Jan
    31 Dec 1969 | 4:00 pm
    I keep translating Bert Dijkshoorn's pieces. I love them :-) It's weird. Men who work in factories and have to sort apples all day... Put them in the right color box. I don't care, really. Or girls at the supermarket, sitting on their knees to fill up the shelves with new

  • Calls for replay seem to be going nowhere

    jeff
    31 Dec 1969 | 4:00 pm
    The France-Ireland match and the aftermath have been extremely emotional for all involved. The Match France humiliated themselves with a pathetic performance, arguably the worst of the Domenech era, which is saying something. Ireland played very well, but blew multiple goal-scoring chances that would have booked their spot in the World

  • FIFA & UEFA rankings

    Miguel
    31 Dec 1969 | 4:00 pm
    Thanks to winning both matches of the play-offs Portugal climbed up FIFA's ranking to a surprising 5th place. This might stir up talks on whether we should go into the 1st pot of the WC2010 draw next December. I don't think it will happen, but... A day before UEFA released their

  • Post-Game Recovery, OR: "But I'm SAD!"

    Laurie
    31 Dec 1969 | 4:00 pm
    A few years back, when my daughter was maybe three, she did one of those things which, before you have kids, you swear your little darling will never do. I can't even remember what it was. Bit her brother, maybe? And so I chastised her, causing
 
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    The Offside

  • Preview: 2009 MLS Cup

    Dave Martinez
    22 Nov 2009 | 1:21 pm
    This is what MLS has been waiting for; a chance to show off their trophy player and their showcase franchise, on the grandest stage they have to offer. In front of what is expected to be a tremendous audience at QWest Field in Seattle, MLS stars will be shining brightly in one of the [...]

  • Messi Gets A Boot To The Face

    Dave Martinez
    22 Nov 2009 | 6:44 am
    Fernando Amorebieta would make Hulk Hogan get all misty eyed with this performance. But where is the follow up leg drop? (I hope some of you watched wrestling as kids . . . if not? That reference just flew straight over your head) Now somebody get Messi an ice pack!

  • When Roy Keane Attacks: Five Survival Strategies

    Laurie
    21 Nov 2009 | 1:49 pm
    First, a confession: I kind of love Ipswich Town manager and former Ireland captain Roy Keane. (Even though he terrifies me.) But I was glad it wasn’t my cell phone going off in the middle of a press conference this week. Because let’s face it: the man is a bit…oh, [...]

  • How to Get Footy Fans to Stop Smoking: The Prizes Britain SHOULD be Offering

    Laurie
    21 Nov 2009 | 8:00 am
    Best quote from this article on the National Health Service’s plan to use footy fans’ love of their sport to get them to quit smoking: [M]ore than half of Liverpool fans say they would give up smoking if their team won the League and FA Cup double – more than for any other [...]

  • Offside Rewind: All Apologies

    Daryl
    20 Nov 2009 | 6:00 pm
    Seven non-Titi related posts you may have missed during the last seven days… Japan sound the horn. For silencing the horn. Tell us who your biggest international rival is. What they’ll all be wearing in Philadelphia next year. Who deserves the golden trashcan? Nothing like an international break to recharge the old batteries New Zealand headed to South Africa thanks to [...]
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    Zambian Football

  • Mbesuma bags brace

    Zamfoot
    22 Nov 2009 | 3:59 am
    Collins Mbesuma absent from Zambia’s 4-1 annihilation of World Cup qualifiers North Korea yesterday due to club commitments rolled back the years and produced a goal scoring performance reminiscent of his Kaiser Chiefs days when he was in devastating...(read more)

  • Can Zanaco wrap up league title?

    Zamfoot
    22 Nov 2009 | 2:30 am
    Zanaco this afternoon at Sunset Stadium face a defining moment as they take on City of Lusaka in a game that can crown them KCM/FAZ league champions. The Wedson Nyirenda coached side with three games to play hold the advantage over champions Zesco United...(read more)

  • Chamanga hatrick sinks N/Korea

    Zamfoot
    21 Nov 2009 | 8:29 am
    Far East based striker James Chamanga scored a hatrick as he helped the Chipolopolo Boys to a 4-1 win over North Korea in International friendly match played at Lusaka’s Nkoloma Stadium. And substitute Felix Sunzu Jr Coach Herve Renard named a strong...(read more)

  • Zambia awaits AFCON draw

    Zamfoot
    20 Nov 2009 | 7:46 am
    The Chipolopolo Boys will in a few moments know their opponents for the group stage of the 2010 Africa Cup of Nations slated for Angola in January. The Confederation of African Football (CAF) is conducting the draw for the Orange Africa Cup of Nations...(read more)

  • London Saga: FAZ told to apologise

    Zamfoot
    19 Nov 2009 | 10:14 pm
    The National Sports Council of Zambia (NSCZ) has delivered its much anticipated decision on the embarrasing Chipolopolo date against Ghana in London on August 12 directing the Football Association of Zambia (FAZ) to hold a press briefing to apologise...(read more)
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    Arseblog

  • Sunderland 1-0 Arsenal : Undone away again

    22 Nov 2009 | 1:38 am
    Last season a late equaliser saved our bacon at the Stadium of Light. Yesterday there was no bacon saving as Darren Bent's goal consigned us to our third defeat of the season. It was, it should be pointed out, the first time we've failed to score since a 0-0 draw at Old Trafford at the end of last season but our ability to concede was our undoing yesterday. I think many of us worried what would happen if we did have a day when we couldn't score. Were we solid enough defensively to cope? And yesterday showed how costly our tendency to concede cheapy is. It was, probably, Sunderland's only…

  • Sunderland preview - The Arsenal are back

    21 Nov 2009 | 1:21 am
    Right, well football's back and we can finally put the Interlull behind us. Obviously there was plenty about Thierry, Ireland and France and what have you at Arsene's press conference yesterday but I think enough has been said on here about it. The only thing I will comment on is his call for technology to be used to help referees. He said: They [FIFA/UEFA] have come out with a solution with one [referee] behind the goal, but the best one is technology. The biggest anger for me is that we are still in 2009, sitting here where millions of people see what happened but one guy doesn’t see…

  • Sub-gutter press + Arsecast 139

    20 Nov 2009 | 12:10 am
    Morning all, good to see the Thierry Henry stuff has blown over. Erm ... I wouldn't normally bother but I think it's only fair that someone tries to counter the lies and the hysteria. He's not one of ours now but he was and he was one of our best. Plus it's kinda quiet. The Mirror: Liam Brady last night branded Thierry Henry “shameful“ after launching a bitter attack on FIFA for fixing the outcome. Or did he? In fact LB7's use of the word "shameful" was aimed at FIFA. On Thierry he said: I wouldn't blame Thierry Henry for what went on. I would maybe look at what happened…

  • On Thierry Henry, handball and Ireland + Eduardo, Gibbs good news

    18 Nov 2009 | 11:51 pm
    Morning, morning. Well can I just say: FUCK YOU INTERLULL. I HOPE YOU GET KNOCKED DOWN BY A BUS. THEN RAPED BY A BEAR. IN THE FACE. Leaving aside the fact we've had no Arsenal for two weeks the hysteria over last night's handball by Thierry Henry has been ludicrous. The ire of Ireland fans I can fully understand but the vitriol levelled at Henry from some quarters has been way over the top. Some have suggested that Henry's status as an Arsenal legend is tarnished because of this. Erm, is it ok to point out that, you know, he's a Barcelona player now and what he did last night has nothing to…

  • Interlull : More injury woe

    17 Nov 2009 | 11:58 pm
    Just before the Interlull Arsene Wenger said: Traditionally November has not been a good month for us. But I explain that by the fact we had more injuries, it is the first period when they kick in. Way to tempt fate, Arsene! I think he was probably referring to injuries that would occur through wear and tear. A calf strain here, a hamstring there, perhaps a little tweak of the groin along the way. As it is this Interlull has not only been tedious it has been costly. Firstly Robin van Persie nearly has his ankle kicked off and last night Kieran Gibbs was taken to hospital for X-rays on his…
 
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    OleOle - Football News and Opinion

  • Players are too spoilt

    22 Nov 2009 | 5:50 pm
    Gary Neville has backed Sir Alex Ferguson in claiming modern players are unable to think for themselves and totally dependent on their agents to run their lives. "It is one of my pet hates. They don't know how to set up their own bank account, they don't know what they're spending their money on and they can't make their own decisions. Not every player is like that, but some are now totally dependent on agents and advisers." "For me, life is an education and you learn things as you go through it. I think a footballer should sit down and negotiate with a club, even if his agent is sitting with…

  • Henry Is Not A Cheat

    22 Nov 2009 | 5:40 pm
    Gary Neville insists that it was wrong to brand Thierry Henry a cheat for handling the ball in France's controversial World Cup qualifying playoff victory over Ireland. "There is no doubt that Thierry Henry handled the ball before crossing for William Gallas to score the goal that sent France to the World Cup and left Ireland's dream in tatters." "But to label Henry a cheat is wrong. Everyone who has played football will know that when the ball comes up at your side, your arm can come out instinctively." "We have all done things in football matches in the heat of the moment that we have…

  • Germany Launch 2010 World Cup Home Jersey

    22 Nov 2009 | 3:47 pm
    Germany have recently released their new home shirt for the 2010 World Cup in South Africa. Once again, Adidas have manufactured this world cup jersey and it is the traditional white colour, with a black trim. There are three lines, in gold, red and black down the left chest of the shirt (the colours of the German flag). These lines “go through” the German badge, which is also on the left chest area. One noticeable change in the shirt is that the three black Adidas stripes appear at the bottom of both sleeves.Germany battled hard with Russia for top spot in their qualification group, but…

  • Italian Serie A Day XIII: Milan 4 - 3 Cagliari

    22 Nov 2009 | 2:48 pm
    From our special envoy Gabriella Milan continues with great form AC Milan continued their pursuit of Serie A leaders Inter by edging out Cagliari in a seven-goal thriller at the San Siro. Clarence Seedorf gave the hosts the lead in the fifth minute, but Alessandro Matri replied within five minutes and Andrea Lazzari gave the Sardinians a deserved lead after half an hour. But two goals in as many minutes earned Milan the half-time lead with Marco Borriello and Alexandre Pato on target. A penalty by Ronaldinho gave the Rossoneri a two-goal advantage in the 62nd minute, but they were made to…

  • Chelsea To Finally Win The Champions League?

    22 Nov 2009 | 12:36 pm
    We are now halfway through the group stage in the Champions League and for a change, there are potentially quite a number of shock exits that could occur. I’ll confess to being a little bored of the Champions League setup for a couple of years now, in that it appears to be the same teams who qualify every year and you could almost predict the Quarter Finalists before the groups are drawn in September.Let’s have a look at a few of the teams who I would have considered certainties to qualify, but are in a precarious position at the moment. In Group A, I would say it’s extremely surprising…
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    Sky Sports | Football

  • Voller keen to keep Kroos

    22 Nov 2009 | 2:55 pm
    Bayer Leverkusen boss Rudi Voller is hoping to strike a deal which will allow Toni Kroos to remain at the club.

  • Inzaghi hopes for new deal

    22 Nov 2009 | 2:30 pm
    Filippo Inzaghi is hoping to be offered the opportunity to see out his playing days at AC Milan.

  • Koren still in Baggies plans

    22 Nov 2009 | 2:09 pm
    Roberto Di Matteo has told Robert Koren to be patient and bide his time for a first-team chance.

  • Jutkiewicz ponders his future

    22 Nov 2009 | 1:58 pm
    Lukas Jutkiewicz admits he is uncertain whether he will remain with Motherwell past the turn of the year.

  • Zlatan open to Italy return

    22 Nov 2009 | 1:29 pm
    Zlatan Ibrahimovic could yet return to Italy before he retires, according to his agent Mino Raiola.
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    FourFourTwo

  • Sex, drugs & mountain goats

    Paul Simpson
    20 Nov 2009 | 8:00 am
    Watch out Brazil, Slovenia are coming! That, in a nutshell, was the headline in Slovenia’s sports daily Ekipa after their triumph over Russia. Nobody will fancy meeting this small Balkan nation in South Africa but the World Cup isn’t quite in the bag for the Slovenes yet. The first target for Matjaz Kek will be to improve on Slovenia’s 2002 showing: P3 W0 D0 L3 F2 A7 and to avoid the sorry fate of other World Cup minnows through the ages. Olympian feats in Chile Colombia 1962 The Chilean port Arica used to be famous as one of the driest cities on earth. But in 1962, Colombian midfielder…

  • The No Dancing, No Dreaming Weekend Preview

    Joel Richards
    20 Nov 2009 | 7:00 am
    With its poles, its silicone, and its thongs, Marcelo Tinelli’s Bailando por un sueño – Dancing for a Dream – is, for some obscure reason, a particularly successful TV show in Argentina. But when Tinelli is not shouting into a microphone, surrounded by a harem of goddesses and addressing over a third of the nation’s TV audience, he can be seen at San Lorenzo. Together with Lord Aragon, he is the highest-profile ciclón supporter. Viggo Mortensen wears San Lorenzo shirts during interviews and converts fellow actors into club supporters. Tinelli, however, has a slightly more hands-on…

  • The Going-Out-Till-Six Predictions - Round 11

    Tim Stannard
    20 Nov 2009 | 6:00 am
    Saturday Tenerife (15th) vs Sevilla (3rd) Today’s ramble starts in the second division, where La Liga Loca has a sneaky feeling Tenerife might be residing come the start of the next season. Regular readers of the blog may well recall a team called ‘Betis’ who were relegated, last year. Well, everyone who loved all that will be thrilled to hear that Betis are currently having a terrible time of it in the badlands of Spain’s second tier, having suffered from a bout of swine ‘flu, experienced falling attendances and a recent run of results that sees the side in 10th with just one win…

  • The Razor Merchant Hating Prem Predictions

    Huw Davies
    20 Nov 2009 | 4:00 am
    More Premier League predictions from Huw Davies, who casts his eye over this week's offerings: Tum ti tum... well, that was an uneventful week of international matches. Hang on a minute – wasn't there that Ireland-France game? I seem to recall that passed by without any great fuss. Eire (Ireland only to their friends) were casually brushed aside by a dominant French team who showed they have what it takes to steer a course into the World Cup Finals. Rank, unadulterated cheating. Really, though, how on earth did Thierry Henry get away with that disgusting display of deliberate…

  • Italians gleefully gloat about French farce

    Riccardo Rossi
    20 Nov 2009 | 3:00 am
    It doesn’t take much for Italians to get into a pickle over the French. And so it was no surprise to find the old rivals demonised at every turn following Thierry Henry’s helping hand. You would have thought that Italian honour had been scorned - maybe it had in part, what with Giovanni Trapattoni in charge of the hard done-by Irish. It is pretty easy to paint a picture of what would have happened if Italy had been in Ireland’s position: match abandoned. Of course, it has been headline news ever since the final whistle in Paris and each of the three main sports papers – La Gazzetta…
 
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    World Soccer News

  • Benitez impressed by placenta cure

    20 Nov 2009 | 9:39 am
    Liverpool manager Rafael Benitez has defended the use of a placenta-based treatment at a Serbian clinic to get four of his top players fit.

  • France Ireland Henry calls for replay

    20 Nov 2009 | 9:23 am
    Thierry Henry has admitted that Republic of Ireland "definitely deserve" to qualify for the World Cup finals and has supported calls for a replay, even though FIFA have already turned down a request for the game to be played again.

  • Robinho set for Man City return

    20 Nov 2009 | 7:00 am
    Robinho will travel with his Manchester City team-mates for Saturday's clash with Liverpool, even though the ��32.5m striker is unlikely to start the game.

  • Keane tells Ireland to get over it

    20 Nov 2009 | 4:54 am
    Roy Keane has criticised the Republic of Ireland's attempts to get their controversial World Cup play-off match against France replayed.

  • Cudicini to miss the rest of the season

    20 Nov 2009 | 4:48 am
    Tottenham boss Harry Redknapp does not expect injured goalkeeper Carlo Cudicini to play again this season.
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    SPANISH FOOTBALL & SPORTS

  • SPANISH FOOTBALL - LA LIGA 2009/2010 - ROUND 11 SUNDAY GAMES RESULT

    STRIKER
    22 Nov 2009 | 12:23 pm
    La Spanish Liga continued today with Round 11 & its six scheduledgames.(photo: efe)MALLORCA continues proving its home ground is a stronghold withanother good win other ALMERIA 3-1. The man of the match wasCASTRO for Mallorca who put in two goals (48th & 94th min), with his team-mate VICTOR scoring the other goal in the 89th min.The only goal for Almeria came from RODRIGUEZ in the 75th min.(photo

  • LUARA HAYRAPETYAN OF ARMENIA SINGS TO FC BARCELONA AT EUROVISION JR CONTEST 2009

    STRIKER
    22 Nov 2009 | 3:35 am
    Young Luara Hayrapetyan representing Armenia came in runner-upyesterday at the EUROVISION JR contest with her song BARCELONA:She & her team dressed the FC BARCELONA outfit & poured theirhearts out to lovely & catchy tune. Perhaps the Spanish Club should consider Laura as a pre-match "Classic" Barça vs Real Madridperformance at "Camp Nou" next Sunday. It would be a greatMarketing exercise for

  • LA LIGA 2009- 2010: FC BARCELONA & REAL MADRID - "CRAZY LITTLE THING CALLED FOOTBALL"

    STRIKER
    22 Nov 2009 | 2:52 am
    Its been said by wise men for many, many years how Football is afluctuating game of CRAZY luck, spirits & results. Who would haveimagined two weeks ago with the Real Madrid institutional pillars“crumbling” & Coach Pellegrini´s position on the edge, that REALMADRID would be at the Top of the “La Liga” ladder? This & the factthat Real Madrid is not exactly playing better Football than Barça, infact

  • SPANISH FOOTBALL - LA LIGA 2009/2010 - ROUND 11 SATURDAY GAMES RESULTS

    STRIKER
    21 Nov 2009 | 1:44 pm
    ATLETICO DE MADRID went to DEPORTIVO & fell again in their owntrap. The Madrid team lost the match in the 95th min to a penaltythat leaves them dangling at the bottom of the table. The Club has enter a worrying spiral that fans hope they can pull themselves outoff.(photo: Aguero end of game)SERGIO AGUERO put Atletico ahead with a brilliant individual goalin the 3rd min, but slowly Deportivo

  • WORLD FOOTBALL: THE GAME FIXING CANCER

    STRIKER
    21 Nov 2009 | 3:43 am
    Is this the "new" mass threat to World Football (Soccer)?Dodgy referee decisions, intencional red cards to leave your team with less men, own goals, off-sides not called, goalkeeping mistakes...theoptions are long as "betting" money has entered as a possible factor ingame results. In Germany they are investigating up to 200 games; local,Europa League & Champions League.Game fixing is not
 
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  • Sunderland v Arsenal Live

    Sunderland face a tough test today in an Arsenal team who have scored 11 goals in their last 3 games. Sunderland will be without suspended duo Kenwyne Jones and Michael Turner, but Lorik Cana returns from his ban. Lorik Cana returns from suspension, but Kenwyne Jones and Michael Turner take their turn at suspension and miss [...]

  • Manchester United v Everton Live

    Manchester Utd host Everton today in need of 3 points, having already slipped 5 points behind league leaders Chelsea. Nemanja Vidic has recovered from a calf injury and will start today, but Gary Neville will definitely be out as he is suspended.  John O’Shea and Jonny Evans are both doubtful – Alexa Ferguson will assess them [...]

  • Liverpool v Man City Live

    In todays early kickoff, Liverpool face Manchester City without the influential Spanish striker Fernando Torres. Steven Gerrard, Daniel Agger and Glen Johnson should all be fit to play. Alberto Aquilani will likely be on the bench, with Benayoun and Albert Riera starting. Gareth Barry is nursing a groin injury he received playing for England, but should be [...]

  • Chelsea v Wolves Live

    Chelsea take on Wolves without Deco, Didier Drogba, Frank Lampard and Michael Ballack.  John Terry will have a fitness test on Saturday morning before any decision is made on his inclusion. Ashley could should be back in the starting lineup. It is likely Nemanja Matic, Kakuta and Borini will all be substitutes. Micheal Mancienne cannot play against [...]

  • Thierry Henry – Dirty Cheating French Cunt

    Edit – breaking news, Thierry Henry has died in a car crash in France. Full story here. Last night the French Scumbag Thierry Henry cheated Ireland out of their World Cup place with a blatant handball. Of course since FIFA want all the “big” teams represented in South Africa, the goal was allowed. If anyone doubts FIFA’s interest [...]
 
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    Studs Up

  • This One Goes Right To The Top

    chris
    20 Nov 2009 | 2:00 am

  • Locally Sourced Produce

    chris
    17 Nov 2009 | 10:00 pm

  • Of Mice and Fattos

    chris
    16 Nov 2009 | 2:00 am

  • Dr. Football - WTF?

    chris
    13 Nov 2009 | 6:07 am
    A lot of the cartoons I do are hyper-topical but there are often times, especially during international week, where there’s really no news that sticks to my brain and gets the ideas going. In these times, my mind begins to wander. Transfer Shaman, Pengy, jokes about auto-erotic asphyxiation - these are all by-products of a slow news day but all ended up being some of my (and yours, from the feedback) favourite characters and sketches. I do a lot of doodling and sketching during the day, often just weird football-related art like pirate ships or football pastries. Dr. Football came into…

  • The Doctor Is In

    chris
    12 Nov 2009 | 10:00 pm
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    The Second Half

  • Ireland Coach Accepts Fate

    SoccerAdmin
    19 Nov 2009 | 12:35 pm
    Republic of Ireland coach Giovanni Trapattoni concedes it will be "impossible" to replay his side's World Cup play-off with France but the FAI is holding out hope after requesting the FIFA replay the match. Ireland’s World Cup dreams ended in controversial circumstances after Thierry Henry handled the ball twice in the build-up to William Gallas' crucial goal in the 1-1 draw in Paris. Henry admitted he handled the ball, but the incident went unnoticed by the officials and France progressed to next summer's finals in South Africa. Trapattoni is resigned to the fact that the game will not be…

  • Hand of Henry Books World Cup Ticket

    SoccerAdmin
    18 Nov 2009 | 3:25 pm
    Republic of Ireland were eliminated from World Cup 2010 in very controversial fashion as Thierry Henry's handball earned France a 1-1 draw and a trip to South Africa. Giovanni Trapattoni's team were beaten 1-0 in Dublin in the first leg of the qualifying play-off on Saturday, but they gave themselves every chance of going through when Robbie Keane put them ahead just after the half-hour mark at the Stade de France. That was the way it stayed for the rest of normal time as the game went to extra time but William Gallas scored in the 104th minute after a blatant act of cheating from Henry, and…

  • Portugal Sneak Past Bosnia Herzegovina

    SoccerAdmin
    18 Nov 2009 | 3:23 pm
    With Cristiano Ronaldo out injured, Portugal took care of business and defeated Bosnia-Herzegovina 1-0 to win the two leg playoff 2-0 on aggregate and book their ticket at the 2010 FIFA World Cup. The match was played with rain on and off and on a rain-soaked torn up pitch. Nani stepped up as playmaker on the goal finding Raul Meireles, who hit a low shot to make it 1-0, in the 56th minute. It was all over for the hosts when Sajed Salihovic was sent off in the 76th minute (Soccer365.com)

  • Algeria Join South Africa Party

    SoccerAdmin
    18 Nov 2009 | 3:21 pm
    Algeria earned the final African qualifying spot in next summer's World Cup finals in South Africa with their 1-0 win over Egypt. Antar Yahia hit a great volley five minutes before the halftime break for the difference. The game was played to a capacity crowd filled the Khartoum Stadium in Sudan with 5,000 more fans eager to get in to see the match. The match was played in Sudan after incidents over player safety came up in the last match in Egypt. The back-and-forth match saw each team create chances with Algeria narrowly edging out the Pharoahs. (Soccer365.com)

  • Greece Seals World Cup Berth

    SoccerAdmin
    18 Nov 2009 | 3:16 pm
    After a 16 year absence, Greece is headed back to the FIFA World Cup earning their berth with a 1-0 win over Ukraine on Wednesday evening at the Donbass Arena in Donetsk. Dimitris Salpigidis scored the game’s only goal in the 31st minute. The hard fought game was played in less than ideal conditions with a rain-soaked pitch causing both teams troubles but with the first leg in Athens ending 0-0 the advantage was to the home side. After surviving some early chances, one from Ukraine skipper Andrei Shevchenko, Greece broke through for the winner. Salpigidis made a great run and received a…
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  • CHRISTMAS FOOTBALL BOOTS - TOP 5

    Fenboy
    19 Nov 2009 | 10:12 pm
    Looking to buy some football boots for Christmas? Then why not take a look at the Footy Boots Xmas top 5. Whilst taking some note of proven market performers, we only allowed ourselves the choice of one boot from any one brand and. As a list, its very much subjective as opposed to objective. Yours may differ!

  • IRELAND DEMAND FRANCE REPLAY

    Fenboy
    19 Nov 2009 | 7:55 am
    Henry handball is grounds for rematch say FAI.

  • OH KAY ON…WHY REEBOK MUST DUMP HENRY

    Fenboy
    19 Nov 2009 | 1:05 am
    Under fire! In an Oh Kay special, Andy Kay argues that boot brand Reebok should end its association with Thierry Henry after his shameful act of cheating in the World Cup play off match against the Republic of Ireland.

  • ADIDAS TO MAKE A €1 SHOE

    Editor
    18 Nov 2009 | 2:20 am
    adidas have hit the headlines with their plans to make a shoe for less than a pound.

  • ADIDAS F50i TUNIT: FOOTBALL BOOT TEST

    Matt
    18 Nov 2009 | 1:47 am
    Matt was the man who first saw the F50i being used in anger at a Real Madrid training session last year. So it seemed only right that we tasked him with reviewing the football boot a few months on from it's official release.
 
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    Dirty Tackle

  • DT in London: Day 3

    Brooks
    22 Nov 2009 | 2:20 am
    Today’s lesson: Remember to turn your flash on when you come out of an elevator and find yourself staring at Chelsea’s starting XI. Even still, I like how blurry Joe Cole fancies up his warm-ups with that scarf. Randomly ended up having lunch beside a former Wolves executive (who had no delusions of the club staying in the Premier League). He spoke highly of captain Jody Craddock’s artwork (”it’s not rubbish”), and not so highly of former owner and life president Sir Jack Hayward’s questionable financial decision to sell the club for £10 on the basis…

  • DT in London: Day 2

    Brooks
    21 Nov 2009 | 3:47 am
    One of the television channels at Chelsea Football Club — “Russia TV”. Roman Abramovich must be pissed that technical difficulties are preventing him from watching The Andrei Arshavin Comedy and Out of Place Rants Against Women Drivers Hour. Met up with former editor of The Spoiler, Ryan Bailey for drinks. Ryan is doing quite well for himself since leaving the football blogging community — he is now a drug baron serving the whole of London (and parts of Bangkok) under the name “Sneaky Pete” and his mobile phone is made out of a freshly cut elephant tusk. At…

  • DT in London: Day 1

    Brooks
    20 Nov 2009 | 12:11 am
    There’s a door next to Lampard’s crotch. … Sounds about right. Today’s lesson: Always tip your taxi driver well. Upon experiencing your awesome generosity and overall wonderfulness as a human being, he just might reveal that he’s a season ticket holder and member of the club’s gym, where injured players apparently congregate on matchday. Then he might offer you his number, to call if you want access to said gym in order to hang out with those players (which this week includes Mr. Lampard). Of course, this could all be a con on the idiot throwing around cash…

  • DT in London

    Brooks
    18 Nov 2009 | 11:43 am
    Alright, everybody — here’s the thing. I’ll be hopping a plane to London tonight, in part to catch the Chelsea v Wolves match at the Bridge on Saturday. So your regularly scheduled programming will be interrupted between now and Monday, but unless I end up passed out in a pub somewhere for the next four or five days I hope to share pictures and tidbits from the trip while I’m there. That said, Artur and…The Continental will both be taking a break while I’m gone, so watch out for DVD players crashing through your windows or someone under your bed, rubbing…

  • Random musings of footballers before they fall asleep…

    Brooks
    18 Nov 2009 | 1:37 am
    Iker Casillas Ok. … Getting sleepy in the press conference. This isn’t good. … Maybe if I just cross my arms and tilt my head back, no one will know I’m slowly losing consciousness. … Yeah. I think this is working. I look perfectly normal like this. … Oh no. … This can’t be happening again! … I can feel the tears! … Gonna cry. … For no reason. … Why must I be afflicted with this oversensitivity that makes women want to tear off their clothes and hump me? … Wow. That journalist in the back is knuckle-deep with that…
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    EPL Talk

  • Robbie Earle Interview: EPL Talk Podcast

    Kartik Krishnaiyer
    22 Nov 2009 | 4:05 pm
    Robbie Earle MBE, leading Football pundit joins us to discuss his career in football and broadcasting. Be sure not to miss a single episode of the EPL Talk Podcast, the only Premier League interview show on the Internet. We have a long list of high-profile guests scheduled over the next weeks each with their own fascinating stories to tell. Subscribe to the EPL Talk Podcast via iTunes or visit EPL Talk or the archives for the latest episodes. Related posts:EPL Talk Podcast: Paul Armstrong from Match of the DayEPL Talk Podcast: Chelsea-Manchester United ReviewWhich Has Been Your Favorite…

  • Football Photo Of The Week NOT Involving Thierry Henry

    Jesse Chula
    22 Nov 2009 | 1:28 pm
    It’s been a nice return to club football this weekend after all 32 countries are now locked in & booked for South Africa next Summer. What a week it was though for memorable moments and unforgettable photos in world football. Long will football fans remember the handball heard ’round the world, the pain and dejection on the Irish players faces and moments of pure passion and joy from other countries who will be playing their part in 2010. This weekend the EPL saw quite a few goals (34 by my count) including a 9-goal blitz by Tottenham v. Wigan. But another bizarre moment…

  • Poll: Which EPL Team Do You Least Look Forward To Watching On TV?

    The Gaffer
    22 Nov 2009 | 5:00 am
    Okay, admit it. Even though you thoroughly enjoy watching the Premier League, especially your favorite team each week, there are often times when you’re not too bothered about missing a match on television featuring teams that either don’t excite you or that you’re not interested in. But which team in particular do you dread watching more than any other in the Premier League? Vote below and let us know. Which team do you least look forward to watching on TV each week?(polls) Related posts:Poll: Which Champions League Match Are You Looking Forward To?Premier League Wants To…

  • Observations About Premier League Saturday Matchday 13

    The Gaffer
    21 Nov 2009 | 1:21 pm
    Thank god the Premier League is back. Nothing against international football, but there’s something very comforting with getting back into the ritual of watching Premier League football and being familiar with the surroundings, the pace of the game and the excitement it creates. So the Liverpool against Manchester City game on early Saturday was the perfect re-introduction to the Premier League. I found the first half not as boring as ESPN’s Tommy Smyth claimed it was. Sure, there were few chances, but the flowing football was easy on the eye which was punctuated by two…

  • Carlos Tevez Proves His Worth to Man City

    Dave Warner
    21 Nov 2009 | 12:50 pm
    When football pundits discuss Carlos Tevez, they often talk about his “work rate” and his “eye for the ball.” At times, though, the words “work rate” can morph into a backhanded compliment — as if those pundits are really saying, “He’s rubbish as a goal scorer, but boy, he sure works hard, doesn’t he?” Indeed, Tevez has only two goals in league play this season, and he has expressed his frustration over his sudden inability to finish. His infamous work rate, however, might be the primary reason Manchester City was able to score…
 
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  • Chicago Fire 2009 Locker Room Edition - Segares on his way out?

    MLS Rumors
    17 Nov 2009 | 11:33 pm
    The 2009 Chicago Fire season has finally come to an end after being cut short on a penalty shootout with the '09 edition of the Cinderella tale, Real Salt Lake. The year also marks an end for possible as much as four starting players including: Chris Rolfe, Brian McBride, Cuauhtemoc Blanco, and even Gonzalo Segares. Segares has not been playing for the team for a couple good weeks now shortly after the All-Star break due to injury reasons. This, however, gave the chance for a young prospect to shine by the name of Mike Banner who was forced to play a position he was "naturally unfit." Do not…

  • Garber still sees Montreal as next MLS team

    MLS Rumors
    16 Nov 2009 | 5:41 pm
    According to Canada's Globe and Mail, MLS Commissioner Don Garber says that league has 'had productive conversations with Montreal to be our 19th team.' However, “...We have not put a timetable as to when that team would join the league if we’re able to reach agreement with them...” so says Garber.

  • PRODUCT REVIEW:Soccerpro.com

    MLS Rumors
    16 Oct 2009 | 3:52 pm
    Mls-rumors.net participated in a product review for soccerpro.com. Soccerpro.com features for all your soccer needs, from youth soccer to official club merchandise. Based on our previous experiences with this company, which is one of the up and coming soccer merchandise providers in the United States, we expected the best. Not much to our surprise that was the case once again. Some of the products reviewed included a Nike Barcelona Training top, soccer shirts, and soccer shorts. The online ordering process was very simple, and the shipment was done on a prompt and timely basis. Additionally,…

  • We've Moved!

    Rumor Mill
    8 Sep 2009 | 11:20 am
    Hello,If you can read this post it is because we are in the process of moving we've moved to our new servers and you did something weird. You should notice very little change other than increased speed and fast load times over on www.mls-rumors.netNo further posts will appear here on blogger so don't miss out.

  • OUTGOING: Amadou Sanyang to PSV Eindhoven? Ligue 1?

    Rumor Mill
    7 Sep 2009 | 9:09 pm
    The following rumor comes courtesy of Martin Rogers from Yahoo! Sports:Get ready to say goodbye to …Amadou Sanyang. Toronto FC’s 18-year-old Gambian midfielder has impressed in recent weeks and is already starting to generate attention in Europe. Two French clubs have sent scouts to watch him in action, and Dutch giants PSV Eindhoven have requested video footage
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  • TWITTERING THE CREW GAME

    Toeball Tyler
    6 Nov 2009 | 7:28 am
    Columbus Crew end their ‘09 season in a playoff match that showcased everything wrong with MLS. #crew Astroheader twittering the Crew game

  • FIFA RANKINGS ARE BULL S#!*

    Toeball Tyler
    19 Oct 2009 | 6:56 am
    We at Astroheader have complained about the FIFA World Rankings before. FIFA has outdone themselves with the October 2009 version. Just an FYI, these rankings came out after the last round of World Cup qualifying on October 14th. UEFA still has to play their play-off rounds. To start the BS, Croatia, who failed to qualify for the World Cup, moved up one spot to 8th. Makes sense. Argentina moved up two positions to 6th for barely making it in the last day of qualifying. Portugal, who has not even qualified yet and has to play in the UEFA playoffs, moved up seven positions to 10th. Who the…

  • JUST KIDDING

    OrangeShorts
    15 Jul 2009 | 11:41 am
    TWITTER banned our account today for some reason. Looking into it… ***UPDATE*** We’re back. No explanation, but we’re back on Twitter nonetheless.

  • FOLLOW US ON TWITTER

    OrangeShorts
    15 Jul 2009 | 7:02 am
    ASTROHEADER is now also on Twitter, and before you judge us… we have a good reason. Many of our thoughts don’t go beyond one sentence but are captivating enough to bring you the immense joy you expect from Astroheader. Before, they were lost forever. Now, they are tweets. Also, live commentary during games will be fun for us all! ASTROHEADER on Twitter

  • TEN BY TEN

    OrangeShorts
    13 Jul 2009 | 9:55 am
    What? It’s not as if my absence from posting caused me to miss commenting on anything important in American soccer. Actually, I have been taking care of a newborn (human) baby (mine) and have truthfully barely had time to watch the games, much less comment on them. So in the interest of summary, I give you the TEN BY TEN: 10 point of discussion in 10 words each. USA v ITALY – oh, come on guys. you can do better than that. USA v BRAZIL – oh, come ON guys. can you do better than that? USA v EGYPT – luckiest circumstance in the history of US soccer. nice game. USA v SPAIN…
 
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  • Roy Keane terrifies more journalists in his press conference

    Rob Parker
    20 Nov 2009 | 6:46 am
    NB. Turn your phone off before attending Ipswich press conference Roy Keane’s latest press conference proved to be rich pickings for the journos in attendance. Not only was he very outspoken in his criticism of the Republic of Ireland’s protests over Thierry Henry’s handball, he also took the opportunity to petrify some of the hacks. He gave [...]

  • The video that proves the Republic of Ireland can have no complaints, according to Roy Keane

    Rob Parker
    20 Nov 2009 | 5:39 am
    Should Georgia get a replay? Roy Keane reckons the Republic of Ireland could not have expected their game against France to be replayed on the grounds of Thierry Henry’s handball. The Ipswich manager launched a scathing attack against the Football Association of Ireland for their protests following the match, and accused them of hypocrisy on the [...]

  • Damien Duff blames Adidas for Republic of Ireland’s defeat to France

    Rob Parker
    20 Nov 2009 | 5:16 am
    Winger offends his own boot suppliers as he clutches at straws Damien Duff has claimed that the Republic of Ireland’s controversial World Cup qualification play-off defeat to France was the result of a conspiracy between FIFA and Adidas. The Fulham man, who picks up £100,000 a year for wearing Adidas boots (for now at least), reckons [...]

  • New-look Arsenal side to feature very dodgy keeper and a string of youngsters

    Rob Parker
    19 Nov 2009 | 2:49 am
    Manuel Almunia finds himself down the pecking order And Denilson is a lot shorter than we thought…

  • Video: Cartwheeling US keeper gets a taste of his own medicine

    Rob Parker
    19 Nov 2009 | 2:00 am
    The new spaghetti legs This goalie thought he could give his side, Hartford, the edge in their penalty shootout against Stony Brook Sea Wolves by rolling out his party trick. The crazy keeper cartwheeled back and forth along his goal-line as the opposition prepared to take their spot-kicks. Unfortunately for him the antics had little effect, and [...]
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    Dynamo Planet

  • Slowly out of the shell: MLS Cup, Ireland and an Orange Future

    Martek
    OK, after taking this week off to mostly just troll other blogs and not comment too much on MLS or soccer in general after letting last week’s loss sink in, I do have some thoughts on a rash of topics: (But before I begin, I have to tell you my favorite lines from anyone about events so far this week. Dan Loney, who is my absolute favorite blogger out there (http://www.bigsoccer.com/forum/blog.php?u=7720) said that a strike or lockout in February would “put the damn in Gotterdammerung.” Meanwhile, Bill Archer (http://www.bigsoccer.com/forum/blog.php?u=20531) on the Thierry Henry…

  • Orange I have been, Orange I am and Orange I shall remain

    Martek
    Regardless of this result, regardless of any strange non-goal goals, regardless of anything, I remain

  • Orange in the stars

    Martek
    I was starting to write a long piece on magical thinking and sending orange-colored positive waves westward for tonight's game. Then I read the stories in the Chron today (listing of the stories and Bernardo's blog post here) about how the entire world seems aligned against Dynamo in favor of the Galaxy, including Alexi Lalas (which actually fills me with something like relief. When that guy picks your team, you know you're in trouble.) And you know what I have to say to that? Well, take a look at that picture there, and instead of a sunrise, imagine a moonrise. As a long-committed magical…

  • TAtv - Ep 9 - Dynamo in the playoffs

    DynaKat
    Texian Army TV - Episode 19 - Dynamo in the playoffs from Texian Army TV on Vimeo.

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    Desiree Jackson
    Hey i learn some of the chords here by chatting someone else here. They got all different person. They help me like chatting a live support, Try it our guys at chat line.
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    Football Italiano

  • News from the Peninsula - Giovanni Trap-ped as Thierry hands France a place in South Africa

    20 Nov 2009 | 4:00 pm
    Poor old Trap. Killed by le hand of Thierry. The former Azzurri boss combined all of his 30-odd years worth of managerial guile to almost pull off a quite remarkable reverse in Paris. So near, yet so far. Giovanni Trapattoni will not be leading his Irish chargers to South Africa, and Henry's subsequent admission of guilt and the cries of injustice from all quarters will do little to appease any

  • Club Focus - Milan - Crucial stretch begins as Dzeko linked again

    19 Nov 2009 | 4:00 pm
    The season has taken a twist since the victory over Real Madrid in the Champions League back on October 21, 2009. Gone are the rumours of Coach Leonardo’s dismissal and the potential sale of the club to interested entities from outside the peninsula. As critics can attest to, a positive run highlighted by victories against decent teams can result in a complete change of outlook as witnessed by

  • Club Focus - Fiorentina - Vargas to stay as Prandelli praises Jovetic

    19 Nov 2009 | 4:00 pm
    La Viola’s sporting director Pantaleo Corvino has emphatically denied the reports linking emerging star Juan Manuel Vargas with a move to Real Madrid during either the January transfer window or next summer. Corvino underlined the club’s ambition by insisting the Gigliati will not sell any of its prized assets unless they no longer want to remain with the Tuscan side. i

  • Club Focus - Inter - Back to the day job

    19 Nov 2009 | 4:00 pm
    With the international break over, Inter’s players come back from all around the world to the far less glamorous task of getting three points away to Bologna. After seeing their lead cut to five points atop Serie A in the last round, the Nerazzurri will be anxious to make sure that they re-assert themselves this weekend. img src="images/articles/mourinho20112009.jpg" st

  • Club Focus - Roma - Purgatory is not enough

    19 Nov 2009 | 4:00 pm
    There are seven games from here to the buoy which signals the midway point of the league. The adversaries are, in order: Bari, Atalanta, Lazio, Sampdoria, Parma, Cagliari, and Chievo. 15 points is not an unrealistic expectation from such a string of softies, and it would propel Roma to positions much closer to the coveted fourth spot. The second half of the season will present a whole new chall
 
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    FootballBlips

  • MLS Notebook: Galaxy aren't done yet

    22 Nov 2009 | 9:34 am
    SEATTLE - So, how many diamonds for the championship ring? What dance should be pulled out after the final whistle? Not so fast, kid. One of the first items on the agenda for the Galaxy this week was focus, and with several of the players making their first postseason appearances, it was a key ...100 Percent Soccer found this 8 hours ago on dailybreeze.com Find more top football news, videos, and blogs on FootballBlips: MLS, Los Angeles Galaxy, Bruce Arena

  • Brisbane Roar's Henrique handballs against Melbourne Victory (21/11/09) (video)

    22 Nov 2009 | 2:18 am
    Some hilarious footage of Henrique's handball and the resulting red card.v. Melbourne Victory, Suncorp Stadium, 21 November 2009.SoccerBlog.com found this 15 hours ago on youtube.com Find more top football news, videos, and blogs on FootballBlips: Other, Henrique

  • Football in America – the work of development goes on

    22 Nov 2009 | 1:49 am
    Halfway through a 50-year project to raise football's profile in America – and on the day David Beckham plays in the MLS Cup final – the men in charge are delighted The American investors who are investing abroad should invest here." So said Sepp Blatter last summer when the Fifa president visited the United States and saw the game being played by hundreds of boys and girls in Chicago parks. This, of course, is the received view of the game in the States. That "soccer" boasts high participation ...101 Great Goals - latest football videos and ... found this 16 hours ago on…

  • Chelsea 4-0 Wolves - Highlights (video)

    21 Nov 2009 | 1:00 pm
    Calcioplus found this 29 hours ago on rd3.videos.sapo.pt Find more top football news, videos, and blogs on FootballBlips: Premiership, Chelsea

  • Hull City 3-3 West Ham - Highlights (video)

    21 Nov 2009 | 12:16 pm
    Soccer Slave found this 29 hours ago on rd3.videos.sapo.pt Find more top football news, videos, and blogs on FootballBlips: Premiership, West Ham United, Hull City
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    Soccerama - Bloggin' La Vida Soccer

  • Disgusting! France vs. Ireland World Cup Qualifier

    Soccerama
    - Soccer-Football is dead. Rest in peace! Dear Soccer-Football Lovers, After having seen dozens of episodes in which the laws of the game were outrageously offended, I kept the hope that at least the top players in the world would have kept a little respect alive for the beautiful game. But after having seen one of my favorite players ever, Thierry Henry, handling the ball 2 times, TWO TIMES, like he was playing in a basketball game, adjusting the ball in front of him like after that he could have shot at the basket instead of a goal net, I reached my highest point of disgust! I perfectly…

  • Enke - The Dark side of Livin' la Vida Soccer

    Soccerama
    The suicide death of Robert Enke left soccer fans worldwide stunned. It sent Germany into mourning and left the national team without its top goalkeeper for next year's World Cup. But is this such a novelty... Not only are athletes at risk for psychiatric illness, but they are at risk of suicide. In an effort to learn more about suicide in athletes and those connected to the sports arena, a review of the medical literature from 1960 to 2000 was conducted through Medline, and a review of the periodical literature from 1980 to 2000 was conducted through Infotrac. These reviews revealed 71 cases…

  • The Beckham Rule in Spain - Professional Sports and Taxes

    Soccerama
    Spain is in a tizzy. Is it time to change the Beckham Rule? What is the 'Beckham Rule'? Article 93 of Rule 35 was signed into law the 28the of November of 2006 in Spain. This Rule allows foreign workers to pay taxes at a rate lower than do nationals. The intent of this Act was to allow Spanish companies to hire qualified personnel from other countries at a significant lower rate due to the lower tax rate, the cost which would actually be borne by the State. One of the major benefits it was felt would be the ability to hire more brains such as scientists which were needed at Spanish companies,…

  • US Club Soccer announces sponsorship with Cuties California Mandarins

    Soccerama
    Cuties California Mandarins becomes Official Snack of US Club Soccer US Club Soccer Web site | Cuties Citrus Web site CHARLESTON, S.C. (Oct. 30, 2009) – US Club Soccer has reached a sponsorship agreement in which Cuties California Mandarins has become the “Official Snack of US Club Soccer.” As a result of the partnership, Cuties California Mandarins will have an on-site presence at a variety of events, including the following: * Oct. 31, 2009 | League play at Meyer Park in Spring, Texas * Nov. 1, 2009 | Player Development Friendlies at Bear Branch Park in The Woodlands, Texas * Nov.

  • Coach Gianni - Honoring the Spirit of the Game in Soccer/Football

    Soccerama
    Without false modesty, I can say I was a good soccer-football player. Not unique or outstanding, just good. But, in one aspect I was unique: in 30 years, from 5 to 35 years old, not only was I NEVER expelled from the field, I NEVER had a yellow card and I played center forward in Italy! If you know what it means to play in that position in Italy, you’ll understand my accomplishment. I accepted every provocation verbal and physical that a defender could say or do to a center forward. And knowing that I would have scored anyway, I often had the ‘joy’ to be marked man (not zone!), by 2…
 
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    Decipher Soccer

  • Pick your 20 Man Premier League Squad

    Ian John
    22 Nov 2009 | 7:41 am
    Here’s a little game for you to consider as you while away the hours at work on Monday morning. Imagine a scenario where the Premier League has decided to introduce a new team. Team 21. Based in Ireland or Scotland. Now imagine that to make it fair on this team the powers that be have [...]

  • Hooray! The EPL returns in style!

    Ian John
    21 Nov 2009 | 2:53 am
    After a two week hiatus for international squabbling over football events, punctuated only by the frankly laughable Roy Keane deciding to go against the grain to take another dig at the Irish F.A, Premier League football makes a welcome return this weekend and first up is arguably the biggest game of the weekend when Manchester [...]

  • Getting kitted out for Christmas!

    Ian John
    20 Nov 2009 | 9:20 am
    Christmas is coming soon and top of many peoples Christmas lists will be a new football kit. God knows there are enough to choose from, but which ones are the most stylish? Currently in the Premier League I think all of the top teams kits are rather bland. Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool and Manchester United’s kit [...]

  • Thierry Henry. Cheat?

    Ian John
    19 Nov 2009 | 5:38 am
    Yes. He is. It would be a rather short article really to simply state this obvious fact but after last night’s shenanigans in Paris the only logical conclusion that you can draw is that Thierry Henry is a cheat. And a successful one too. It isn’t the first time that the Frenchman has been involved in controversy and [...]

  • The Final Six for South Africa 2010 will be decided tonight

    Ian John
    18 Nov 2009 | 4:30 am
    Last weekend saw the first leg of the European and South/Central American play off games contested, along with the final group Games in the African section, to decide the final qualifiers for the 2010 World Cup Finals. Congratulations to Cameroon, Nigeria who clinched two of the final three places available for African teams at the [...]
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    GoSounders

  • MLS Cup: Who do you want to win?

    Mike
    22 Nov 2009 | 9:29 am
    Note: There is a poll embedded within this post, please visit the site to participate in this post's poll.

  • Schmid Hospitalized with Pneumonia

    Mike
    21 Nov 2009 | 3:23 pm
    Sounders FC head boss Sigi Schmid was admitted to Overlake Hospital on Thursday night after experiencing difficulty breathing. He was diagnosed with pneumonia. His condition was stabilized and he is now improving, although he remained hospitalized through Saturday.

  • Get Your MLS Gear

    Mike
    21 Nov 2009 | 9:03 am
    You can pick up tickets to Sunday’s MLS Cup Final here. Now you can also get some MLS Cup gear from our partner SeattleTeams.com. If you act today, shipping is FREE.

  • Space Needle Goes MLS Cup

    Mike
    19 Nov 2009 | 5:28 pm
    In an effort to celebrate the MLS Cup in Seattle this weekend, check out the top of the Space Needle! Make sure to buy your tickets for the match. [Show as slideshow]

  • Expansion Draft Rules

    Mike
    19 Nov 2009 | 8:53 am
    The Philadelphia Union will take the field on March 25, 2010 here in Seattle against Sounders FC. The Club’s Expansion Draft will take place on Wednesday, November 25th. Here are the rules as released by MLS… Senior Roster Teams may protect 11 players between their Senior and their Developmental Roster. If the Player’s contract expires at the end of 2009, he will still be considered part of the Team’s Senior Roster. If a Team protects a player, it is not obligated to exercise the player’s option.  It may renegotiate a new budget number for the player as in previous years.
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    Seattle Soccer Examiner

  • Download your 2009 MLS Cup Game Guide

    22 Nov 2009 | 8:53 am
    MLSnet.com Cup graphic. Match kicks off at 5:30 Seattle time at Qwest Field. Get ready for tonight's big match, the 2009 Major League Soccer Cup Final between the Los Angeles Galaxy and Real Salt Lake, by downloading the official game guide! >>...

  • MLS supporters gather in Seattle on eve of Cup Final

    22 Nov 2009 | 8:12 am
    Supporters from all 16 Major League Soccer Clubs were on hand Saturday in Seattle for the annual summit with league officials. (MLS Photo) Andrew Winner reports from MLSnet.com:  SEATTLE -- Every MLS club was represented at Saturday's MLS Sup...

  • State titles awarded in girls soccer, community colleges reach final matches

    21 Nov 2009 | 8:20 pm
    While the big buzz in Seattle is all about MLS Cup 2009, we've also got big news to report on the local soccer scene. State titles were claimed today in girls high school soccer. Down at Starfire the community college championships are down to tomorr...

  • Seattle - Soccer City USA

    21 Nov 2009 | 4:30 pm
    The Space Needle is ready for MLS Cup 2009 on Sunday at Seattle's Qwest Field. (AP photo by Elaine Thompson.) Three articles have been published today that add to the growing list of stories about Seattle's love for the sport of soccer and its Sound...

  • Photos: MLS Cup invades Pike Place Market

    21 Nov 2009 | 6:47 am
    Major League Soccer held another press conference yesterday in Seattle, and it was followed by photo opportunities at Pike Place Market. Our Rick Morrison was there and captured this photo and the other six posted below. (Rick Morrison)   ...
 
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    World Soccer Daily

  • Putting in Added time with Pat Dolan…

    Rafa
    20 Nov 2009 | 1:49 pm
    The boys stay after to grab our listeners an exceptionally candid interview with Pat Dolan of Setanta Sports.  Pat gives WFD a truly Irish perspective on the entire Theirry Henry hand ball debate.  This is Premium Content that can only be found here at World Football Daily.  Enjoy the weekend. Spoken like a true Irishman.

  • Friday’s Show, November 20th, 2009

    Rafa
    20 Nov 2009 | 11:38 am
    Where the Magic happens... Today show is a great way to end the week.  Straight away, we are joined by Misha Sher who sits down to discuss all the current affairs in the world of football.  We go in depth as to what are the monetary damages that Ireland will face by not getting into the world Cup.  After Misha, we are joined by the Arseblogger himself.  Arseblogger joins the boys to talk about Henry and he even plays a little IKTS with the boys. Dining with Sir Alex is nothing new for Misha

  • Correspondent much?

    ck
    20 Nov 2009 | 10:51 am
    . . . want to? We are still looking for correspondents for the following countries World Cup preparations: Algeria, Cameroon, Chile,England, Greece, Honduras, Ivory Coast, New Zealand, Nigeria, Paraguay, Portugal, Slovakia, South Africa, United States and Uruguay (come on los Uruguayos!). If you are a listener with expertise in one of these National Teams, please stake your claim today.

  • Thursday’s Show, November 19th, 2009

    Rafa
    19 Nov 2009 | 10:28 am
    A fantastic start up in Seattle What a show today.  With so much to talk about with regards to the “hand of frog” and the persecution of the Irish national football team, we make sure to cover it all here on World Football Daily.    Do you have an opinion on this or maybe you want to bring up what Hiddink might be doing this summer as Russia are sent home. Lots of premium interviews to follow the show.  You will be hear the interviews of Coach Jason Kreis, Coach Dominic Kinnear, and Galaxy player Eddie Lewis.  On the show today, we will have Coach Sigi Schmid of Seattle…

  • Let FIFA know that you demand a replay!

    ck
    19 Nov 2009 | 10:14 am
    If you think that Henry’s handball was beyond the pale, let FIFA know that you insist upon a replay.
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    Football FanCast

  • Lineker exposes what most Liverpool fans know

    Jerome Johnstone
    22 Nov 2009 | 11:52 am
    Football FanCast columnist Jerome Johnstone would like to see Rafa look to scrap the zonal marking system. Alan Hansen was quick to criticise Gary Lineker’s punditry last night, however the Match of the Day anchorman was right on the money with his weekly column when he talked of the benefits of playing against a zonal marking system and how easy and reassuring it is for any striker. Lineker has experienced playing against ...

  • Tottenham Hotspur 9-1 Wigan Athletic: Jermain Defoe scores five

    FFC News Desk
    22 Nov 2009 | 11:36 am
    Tottenham ran riot at a rain soaked White Hart Lane this afternoon, with a 9-1 victory against Wigan Athletic. The win took Tottenham back in the Champions League places, but it was the manner of it that will have shocked most neutrals today. Jermain Defoe scored 5 goals in ...

  • Downing makes Villa debut

    FFC News Desk
    22 Nov 2009 | 7:04 am
    Aston Villa boss Martin O'Neill was delighted to see summer signing Stewart Downing finally make his debut for the club in the 1-1 draw at Burnley. The 25-year-old England winger has spent the first few months of his Villa career recovering from a foot injury, but was fit ...

  • Clarets display pleases Coyle

    FFC News Desk
    22 Nov 2009 | 5:45 am
    Burnley manager Owen Coyle was full of praise for his players after the Clarets drew 1-1 with Aston Villa at Turf Moor. Coyle's side came within four minutes of another fine victory on home soil, but were denied when Emile Heskey headed home for the visitors. Afterwards, Coyle told the club's official website:"I thought we were truly outstanding in the first half. ...

  • Wenger retains belief in Vela

    FFC News Desk
    22 Nov 2009 | 5:45 am
    Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger remains confident that Mexico striker Carlos Vela will eventually prove to be a big star for the Gunners. The 20-year-old has scored seven goals in 33 appearances for Arsenal to date and has not started a game this season, but Wenger still retains faith that Vela will improve in the coming years. He told The People:"We've ...
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    Kickette

  • Lazy Links & Randoms

    Kickette Admin
    19 Nov 2009 | 8:40 am
    Victoria Beckham, her short trousers and fabu shoes, go for a stroll in London. – Cristophe Metzelder, his (ex) Julia Godicke and their daughter spotted at the airport. – Sacha Kljestan (of USMNT and Chivas fame) has a girlfriend in the semi-finals for the Victoria’s Secret angel’s competition. He’s doing overtime promoting her. Bless. – Gerard Pique. Because, well, why not. – A very amusing interview with Rio Ferdinand and Wes Brown. [via The Spoiler] – Is Sergio “Kun” Aguero coming to the Premier League? We’d love to see him…

  • WC Qualifiers: A Study of Faces

    Kickette Admin
    19 Nov 2009 | 8:17 am
    Let’s take a moment to reflect on the many different faces we’ve seen recently in World Cup qualifying action. There’s the good-old fashioned happy face, as seen (above), by Algerian keeper, Faouzi Chaouchi. – The “don’t want you to see the tears” Face (Ukraine’s Shevchenko) – The “I could give a shite if you see me cry, I’m a man and I have feelings” Face (Egypt’s al-Hadary) – The “bish, I’ll cut you” Face (Anyukov, Russia) – The “aggro-happy” Face (Pepe, Portugal) –…

  • Product Shill: Portugal For Nike Pro Combat

    Kickette Admin
    19 Nov 2009 | 6:50 am
    Have to say, we’re feeling a little let down by the high potential for short-tentability but low production of actual short-tents in these get-ups. Wonder if the airbrushers were out in force again? One can hope. [Via ONTD]

  • Night Out: ‘Ballers Love Beyonce

    Kickette Admin
    19 Nov 2009 | 5:48 am
    Man City’s Joleon Lescott and his chica headed out to catch the Beyonce show at the Manchester Evening News Arena. Also in attendance were Wayne, his brother, and wifey Coleen Rooney, Steven Gerrard and family and Lisa Carrick. We’re all over Coleen’s fringe and so over Joleon’s denim.

  • WC Qualifiers: The Thierry Henry Show

    Kickette Admin
    19 Nov 2009 | 4:48 am
    Image via Reuters So, guess we’d better talk about this whole Thierry Henry situation then. We watched the France v Ireland game live last night, and thoroughly enjoyed the always sexy Irish and their fighting spirit as well as the very pretty French team in their brilliantly tight kits. Of course, now our happy memories of both are squashed by the furore over Thierry Henry’s handball. It’s a craptastic way to win and lose a massive game, that’s for sure. A variety of opinions for you to consider (we’re struggling to find any that take up much by way of defense…
 
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    Boxofficefootball

  • Defoe boot change blows Wigan away

    Jermain Defoe was on fire today as spurs blew wigan away with a stunning 9-1  win at home.Defoe scored five second-half goals as Spurs routed woeful Wigan.In the second half he was told to change his green boots to silver pinkish ones which resulted in him scoring 5 second half ...

  • AC Milan 4 - 3 Cagliari Highlights

    It rained goals in milan tonight as Clarence Seedorf, Marco Borriello, Alexandre Pato and Ronaldinho gave Milan a 4-3 win over Cagliari in a hugely entertaining Serie A clash at the San Siro.Clarence Seedorf got the goal-fest up and running inside five minutes, but saw his effort cancelled out by ...

  • David Beckham admits I wear my wifes underware

    Here is old goldenballs live on usa radio quoting all his past saying from his wife are all true.Dan Patrick talks live on the phone with David Beckham and starts off with the hand ball of henry then twists perfect into future and past quotes from his wife.Becks admits “It ...

  • Real Madrid 1 - 0 Racing Santander

    Higuain scored the only goal of the game tonight in the 22nd minute as Madrid made it 28 points from a possible 33 from their 11 games so far. It was not the most convincing of performances by Madrid, but the three points will be what concerns coach Manuel Pellegrini most ...

  • Boxoffice Premiership Highlights 21st November

    Liverpool and manchester city draw in a open match at anfield as Chelsea March on, sunderland shook arsenal, while burnley and villa both draw in their home games today.           Liverpool 2 Man City 2 Liverpool and Manchester City shared a thrilling 2-2 draw in their Premier League clash with all four goals ...
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    World Football Commentaries by Steve Amoia

  • Week/Giornata 13 of the Italian Serie A

    Steve Amoia
    20 Nov 2009 | 9:02 pm
    Image courtesy of the Italian Lega Calcio."I could never die on a Sunday. Then I would miss my Italian football."--- Italian ProverbThe Serie A began in 1929. Only Internazionale Milano has played every season in the top flight. To learn more about Italian soccer history, please click the image to visit my Italian Calcio and History of the Azzurri page.Wesley Sneijder has been a revelation for

  • Fair Play, Law 5, and Thierry Henry

    Steve Amoia
    19 Nov 2009 | 3:01 am
    "I will be honest. It was a handball."According to the Castrol Index, Thierry Henry was the highest rated player in world football during 2009. The elegant, sublime, and prolific French striker has played and entertained at the highest levels for many years.After watching Irish hearts around the world crushed last night in Paris, several issues need to be addressed.1. Thierry Henry, according to

  • Lion House Lodge in Johannesburg, South Africa by Kenneth Walker

    Steve Amoia
    18 Nov 2009 | 9:02 pm
    Images courtesy of Kenneth Walker.Editor's NoteI would like to thank Mr. Walker for his kind contribution to the readers of World Football Commentaries.There are five cottages on the property. They come equipped withtelevisions, kitchens, lounges and comfortable bedrooms and private,

  • Italia 1 x Sweden 0: Friendly from Cesena: "There are 16 to 17 players that are guaranteed a place at the World Cup."

    Steve Amoia
    18 Nov 2009 | 3:10 am
    Azzurri captain, Fabio Cannavaro."There is a reason we have four stars on our shirt, andSpain has none."Image courtesy of Paul Blank and http://www.postproduktie.nl/.This will be the last friendly in a long year for the Azzurri. It began with a luxury friendly against Brasil in London, was followed by World Cup qualification matches, and endured a miserable summer spell at the 2009

  • Product Review: Juventus Full Zip Jacket by Nike for SoccerPro.com

    Steve Amoia
    17 Nov 2009 | 9:02 pm
    Image courtesy of SoccerPro.com. The Juventus Full Zip Jacket by Nike is part of an extensive collection of soccer apparel at US based online retailer, SoccerPro.com. This black and white jacket proudly displays the traditional "bianconero" colors of Juventus, and is a great complement to an official Juventus jersey. The Juventus team emblem, along with a golden "J," are featured on the left
 
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    11Reds : The Unofficial Manchester United Blog

  • Scholes to get a new contract as a birthday blast

    Red Devil
    17 Nov 2009 | 8:45 am
    Scholes turned 35 yesterday (16th November, 2009) and Manchester United are to offer him another one-year deal with his current contract set to expire at the end of the season.The former England midfielder has played 10 games for United in the Premier League and Champions League this season, chipping in with two goals and an assist. Scholesy boy has been one of the best players (though I wonder when he would learn to tackle!) for us, and with a fine start to the season life could not be better for him. Here is a video that celebrates the legend at United. You can also watch this video on…

  • Fergie and the Media Rule-book

    Red Devil
    16 Nov 2009 | 1:40 am
    For years, ever since 2004 when Panaorma ran a series in which it tarnished Jason, Fergie Jr. with using his fathers reputation to get transfer deals, Sir Alex Ferguson has very cleverly boycotted BBC. He used to send Quieroz or Phelan lately to BBC while the juice would go to Sky which Fergie preferred. However, with the new set of Premier League it now becomes mandatory for Fergie to give his interview as the manager of the club to all the media rights holders and that means both BBC and Sky. While, it appears great news for media transparency and equal celebration of media rights, there is…

  • Nani and Cole transfer rumours

    Red Devil
    14 Nov 2009 | 8:03 am
    With the week being of for World Cup 2010 Qualifiers, it means that the rumour mills are working out to make a groundwork for the approaching transfer window this break. Let me try to cover the basic stories as my own groundwork here at 11Reds for the coming times. In relation with ManUtd, the rumours of strong interest and validity (that rules out the stupid Barcelona rumour for Wayne Rooney) we have two of them. Players in question being Nani and Carlton Cole. With the latest Nani outburst (as the press loves to call it) about Fergie, the rumours that Juventus and AC Milan are interested in…

  • Video: Tiesto and Smirnoff celebrate the spirit of Manchester United

    Red Devil
    13 Nov 2009 | 8:00 am
    DJ Tiësto and SMIRNOFF® vodka, the world’s No.1 spirit brand, have decided to honour Manchester United’s double winning 2008-2009 season with the release of a limited edition dance anthem remix. Here is to good times at Manchester United. Cheers! Complete music video after the jump. In being crowned EPL and Carling Cup champions, our last season was exceptional even by our own lofty standards. It is fitting then that SMIRNOFF and superstar DJ, Tiësto, have chosen to honour our achievements by remixing one of the world’s most popular dance classics, “Good Life” by Kevin…

  • New treatment for Rio Ferdinand

    Red Devil
    13 Nov 2009 | 4:42 am
    Looks like Rio Ferdinand’s injury problems seem to be only getting bigger and more serious with time. What started off as a calf injury was linked to his back problems as revealed by Sir Alex Ferguson, however, it is learnt that Manchester United and Rio might be on a way to try out a new treatment for reducing the time Rio spends off the field owing to the injury. According to the Guardian the latest trial of treatment carries no guarantee and it could still be a number of weeks before he is able to return to normal training sessions. However, the club’s main concern is the fact…
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