Four games left. With Gerrard wanting to finish his Liverpool career on a high, hopefully the Reds can pull something together for the old man before we send him off to LA LA land. It was a rough game vs. Hull, but for Stevie G we need to start putting some balls in the net.… Continue reading Do it for Gerrard – The Reds Roundup for April 30, 2015
Category: Soccer
Chelsea ‘Parks the Bus’… Right into the Title Spot
After Chelsea’s nil-nil tie against Arsenal this past weekend, the Blues have essentially secured the Premier League title. Jose Mourinho’s side need just six points in the last five games of the schedule to become EPL champions. However, it hasn’t been Chelsea’s impressive march toward the title that fans and media have been talking about,… Continue reading Chelsea ‘Parks the Bus’… Right into the Title Spot
Juventus Fall: Serie A Recap for Apr 25-26
Juventus’ celebration is on hold as they lose in their derby match to Torino. Elsewhere, Lazio get a draw and Roma continue to struggle. Let’s get to the games: Embed from Getty Images Udinese 2 (8-11-12) AC Milan 1 (10-13-8) Full Time Milan’s hopes of playing in Europe next season were hurt by a stunning… Continue reading Juventus Fall: Serie A Recap for Apr 25-26
Arsenal Fail to Take Advantage: Premier League Recap for Apr 25-26
With a draw, Arsenal fail to move up in the table, and all but assure that Chelsea will be crowned champions – needing only 6 points from their final 5 games to claim the trophy. Elsewhere, Manchester United’s loss to Everton leaves them in 4th place, with Liverpool and Tottenham both 7 points back. Let’s… Continue reading Arsenal Fail to Take Advantage: Premier League Recap for Apr 25-26
What Makes Atletico Madrid’s Strike Force So Dangerous?
When people talk about La Liga’s best attacking units, it is understandable that the star studded front lines of Real Madrid and Barcelona immediately come to mind. But, while they don’t boast the star power that goes with having a Lionel Messi or Cristiano Ronaldo up front, Atletico Madrid have an elite level strike force… Continue reading What Makes Atletico Madrid’s Strike Force So Dangerous?
What Has Gone Wrong at Roma
With seven games to go in the 2014-15 Serie A season Roma are tied for second place with heated city rivals Lazio. At first glance. second place in the fourth best league according to the ever confusing UEFA coefficient doesn’t seem to be too bad. Further investigation however shows that Roma are fully 15 points… Continue reading What Has Gone Wrong at Roma
New York Red Bulls: Top of the East (!!..!?)
February, 2015: Thierry Henry is gone. With Raul and the Cosmos, David Villa and NYCFC now on the scene, the Red Bulls’ monopoly on the New York market is done and dusted. And, to boot, the front office decided, to many fans’ chagrin, to fire long-time coach Mike Petke. So, it would seem, the season… Continue reading New York Red Bulls: Top of the East (!!..!?)
Yaya Toure Has Harmed Manchester City This Season
Near the end of 2014, Manchester City lost Yaya Toure for his biannual trip to participate in the African Cup of Nations as a member of Ivory Coast’s national team. As expected, City struggled during that time, but Toure’s return hasn’t brought better results. So why hasn’t the return of City’s engine in the midfield… Continue reading Yaya Toure Has Harmed Manchester City This Season
Gerrard Ends Liverpool Career Without a Trophy. And Is a Top 4 Finish a Realistic Possibility? The Reds Roundup for April 23, 2015
While Steven Gerrard will be heading off to La La Land without a trophy, there is still the slight chance of a top 4 finish left to play for. The Reds basically need to win out to overtake City, but with the crushing defeat to Villa on their minds, can they get their head in… Continue reading Gerrard Ends Liverpool Career Without a Trophy. And Is a Top 4 Finish a Realistic Possibility? The Reds Roundup for April 23, 2015
How Spain’s Top Three Will Balance La Liga And Champions League Play
Faced with La Liga matches on Saturday in between two midweek Champions League quarterfinal fixtures, many wondered how Real Madrid, Barcelona, and Atletico Madrid would manage their squads to balance the two competitions. After Saturday’s matches, it was clear that all three sides wanted to keep their best players out there in both competitions, and… Continue reading How Spain’s Top Three Will Balance La Liga And Champions League Play