Leicester City was a timeless tale last season. Their title victory gave hope to every underdog in every competition across the globe. 5000-to-1 shots took on the biggest spenders in the game and came out on top. Despite many hopes and prayers, it is probably not something we are going to see again in England… Continue reading Should Leicester City Go All In On Champions League?
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Nicolas Lodeiro Will Save the Seattle Sounders’ Season
It’s not a secret the Seattle Sounders have been a disaster this season. Clint Dempsey’s team sits ninth in the Western Conference with 27 points after 23 matches. They are five points behind the red zone, and to make things even more complicated, they have an interim manager following the firing of Sigi Schmid a few… Continue reading Nicolas Lodeiro Will Save the Seattle Sounders’ Season
Hull Irreparably Damaged
The Premier League season is just days away. After Leicester City’s meteoric rise last year, the phrase anybody can win has taken new meaning. Teams have spent more than ever. Many a world star have found their way to England. Morale is at an all time high among Premier League clubs. Then there is poor… Continue reading Hull Irreparably Damaged
The MLS Golden Boot Race Is Finally Heating Up
The race for the MLS Golden Boot is finally heating up, and several names are battling for the top spot. Even though for the majority of the season it seemed as if David Villa was going to cruise his way to become the league’s top scorer, the Spanish forward has seen a dip in his… Continue reading The MLS Golden Boot Race Is Finally Heating Up
Leroy Sane Will Be What Sterling Wasn’t
Manchester City doesn’t care about price tags. An exorbitant transfer fee is a means to an end for the club. But that doesn’t mean that they are entirely an organization about the now. City have spent more and more recently with an eye towards the future. Last year that strategy netted them Kevin De Bruyne… Continue reading Leroy Sane Will Be What Sterling Wasn’t
Toronto Is On Fire: Giovinco , the Atomic Ant, Is Back
Sebastian Giovinco is one of the best players in MLS. He deservedly won the Landon Donovan MVP Award in 2015, and several experts tabbed him as the main candidate to repeat in 2016. He got off to a slow start, however, and he was suddenly seen as nothing more than a one-hit wonder. The Italian forward even… Continue reading Toronto Is On Fire: Giovinco , the Atomic Ant, Is Back
Will Juventus Ever Break Through?
Juventus completed the signing of Gonzalo Higuain from Napoli SSC on Tuesday in a deal that ranks as the third most expensive transfer of all time (at least until the reacquisition of Juventus’ own Paul Pogba by Manchester United is complete). The Higuain transfer brings the Old Lady’s summer spending over €140 million. Regardless of whether… Continue reading Will Juventus Ever Break Through?
Why MLS All-Stars Shouldn’t Be Afraid About Facing Arsenal
Yes, everybody knows Arsenal is one of the best teams in the English Premier League. They’re probably one of the best sides in Europe. Several fans were already waiting for the worse when The Gunners were announced as the MLS All-Stars opponent next Thursday. They will be a tough team to beat, but it’s foolish to… Continue reading Why MLS All-Stars Shouldn’t Be Afraid About Facing Arsenal
Can Sam Allardyce Save England?
Every sport has their team that gets more than their fair share of grief. In international football, that team is England. The Premier League draws more eyes than ever, which in turn heaps even more pressure on their national side. But with each passing major tournament, the disappointing results continue to mount for the Three… Continue reading Can Sam Allardyce Save England?
Paul Pogba is Exactly what Manchester United Needs
Manchester United needs to win, and they need to do it now. The post-Ferguson era didn’t work as expected, and following the success that teams such as Chelsea and Manchester City have experienced of late, the Old Trafford side needs to get back to the top of the Premier League standings. The management started their… Continue reading Paul Pogba is Exactly what Manchester United Needs