On the afternoon of July 17, 2011, I was huddled among friendly star-spangled strangers in a soccer bar in Cambridge, MA, alternating between gnashing my teeth, and chewing on my USA scarf like a piece of long, blue cotton taffy. I was playing (martyr-)witness to an amazing match between the U.S. Women’s National Team (USWNT)… Continue reading Women’s World Cup: USA’s War on Turf
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Gerrard’s final game as a Red and what’s up with Sterling’s crazy agent? The Reds Roundup for May 21, 2015
Embed from Getty Images Let’s Focus on What’s Next: We’re going to ignore last week’s Liverpool game as the focus from this point out has to be on the future. Not just the future of Raheem Sterling (it doesn’t look good) but the future of the club. In regards to Sterling, Rodgers said that they’re not… Continue reading Gerrard’s final game as a Red and what’s up with Sterling’s crazy agent? The Reds Roundup for May 21, 2015
Gunners Secure Third: Premier League Recap for May 16-18
With the title sealed up, Chelsea seemed to take the week off, and a red card to Cesc Fabregas meant West Brom could pile on the goals. Elsewhere, Manchester United could only pull out a draw against Arsenal at home which likely locks them into the fourth spot meaning early-season qualification will be required to get… Continue reading Gunners Secure Third: Premier League Recap for May 16-18
Orlando City Run Over the Galaxy: MLS Recap for May 15-17
The weekend started with a thrilling comeback from NYC FC and ended with a blowout from Orlando City and a big first win from Philadelphia. As teams start to find their pace, we’re starting to define who the top teams will be this season. Let’s get to the games: Full Time UNDP New York City… Continue reading Orlando City Run Over the Galaxy: MLS Recap for May 15-17
Barcelona Clinches the Title: La Liga Recap for May 17
With a win at the Calderon, Barcelona wrapped up the 2014-2015 La Liga title with one week to go in the season. Next week’s matches will go a long way to deciding who is relegated, but for now the celebration is on. Elsewhere, Espanyol lost ground in their race for European competition next year with… Continue reading Barcelona Clinches the Title: La Liga Recap for May 17
MLS Conferences: A False Dichotomy
That the MLS does things differently from its European counterparts is clear. Whereas in most European leagues, teams at the bottom of the table are relegated, making room for the top teams in lower divisions to be promoted, the MLS has no promotion system, and only accepts new teams through ‘expansion,’ similar to the NFL… Continue reading MLS Conferences: A False Dichotomy
Gerrard’s Final Home Stand – The Reds Roundup for May 14, 2015
It’s back to the Euro League for Liverpool as a 1-1 tie was not enough to keep them in the hunt for the fourth Champions League spot. Gerrard heads into his final home game with the Reds as Rodgers starts to contemplate how the team could line-up next season. Embed from Getty Images Just got… Continue reading Gerrard’s Final Home Stand – The Reds Roundup for May 14, 2015
United Will Play in Europe: Premier League Recap for May 9-11
After their worst campaign in years, Manchester United have rebounded and will be playing in the Champions League next year. Elsewhere, the fight for the Europa League is almost settled, and we have two of the three teams that will be relegated. Let’s get to the games: Embed from Getty Images Full Time NBCS Everton… Continue reading United Will Play in Europe: Premier League Recap for May 9-11
Why the Europa League is a Disaster for Liverpool FC
A 1-1 draw with a Chelsea side who made this years race for the Premier League title a non-event since about the beginning of March may not look bad for Liverpool in isolation. The draw however all but ended the Reds faint hopes of Champions League qualification for the 2015-16 season as they now need… Continue reading Why the Europa League is a Disaster for Liverpool FC
Barcelona Take a Four Point Lead: La Liga Recap for May 8-11
Barcelona got the win over Real Sociedad, but with Real Madrid’s draw at home, they are now 4 points clear with two to play. With the high possibility of a strike this weekend, the four points could become hugely important to the title. Let’s get to the games: Full Time Eibar (8-7-17) 0 Espanyol (11-9-12)… Continue reading Barcelona Take a Four Point Lead: La Liga Recap for May 8-11