The human mind is drawn to dichotomies. Apples and oranges; night and day; Yankees vs. Red Sox. In MLS, few single local rivalries reach the fever pitch of other, longer standing grudge matches in American sports (with the probable exception of Seattle and Portland; any rivalry that elicits chants of “We eat children!” can’t be… Continue reading MLS Conferences: How Much Better is the West?
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International Break: Breakdown for the MLS
With the MLS season just getting started and the end of the English Premier League season approaching, stars around the world will be taking leave from their club teams to join their national sides. Most European countries will be focused on qualifying for the newly-expanded European Cup (taking place in 2016, mark your calendars), while… Continue reading International Break: Breakdown for the MLS
Predictions for Minnesota United FC in MLS
Major League Soccer announced on Wednesday that Minnesota United will become the league’s 23rd franchise three years from now, beginning play in the 2018 season. The already vibrant community of Twin Cities soccer fans will be thrilled by this news, especially those within the city limits; Minnesota United, who currently play out at a sports… Continue reading Predictions for Minnesota United FC in MLS
Explaining The New England Revolution’s Slow Start
After losing in the MLS Cup final in extra time to the Los Angeles Galaxy, the New England Revolution are again expected to be a force this season. Through three games, though, they have been anything but. The Revs have earned just one point in three matches, which somehow doesn’t explain just how much they’ve… Continue reading Explaining The New England Revolution’s Slow Start
How Luis Suarez, Destroyer Of Worlds, Shined In El Classico
For as long as he’s been on soccer’s biggest stages, Luis Suarez has been the center of attention for better or worse. On Sunday, he claimed the spotlight in the biggest match in club soccer, scoring the winning goal in El Clasico as Barcelona earned a 2-1 victory over Real Madrid. The win gave Barca… Continue reading How Luis Suarez, Destroyer Of Worlds, Shined In El Classico
Theo Walcott’s New Contract: Out of Form But In The Fold
Theo Walcott turned 26 last week, and Arsenal honored the pacy winger’s birthday by opening new contract negotiations. While Arsene Wenger enjoys a party as much as the next bloke (um, well, actually, he’s a bit more morose than most), the club isn’t offering Walcott this deal as a birthday present; obviously much more is… Continue reading Theo Walcott’s New Contract: Out of Form But In The Fold
Roma Finally Get a W, Lazio Seize Third Place: Serie A Review for Mar 21-22
Juventus continue their dominance with a wonderful show by Carlos Tevez at home as the battle for second and third place heat up throughout the league. Lazio, Roma, Sampdoria all win as Napoli fall further and Fiorentina fail to capitalize. Let’s get to the games: Embed from Getty Images Chievo 1 (7-8-12) Palermo 0 (8-11-8)… Continue reading Roma Finally Get a W, Lazio Seize Third Place: Serie A Review for Mar 21-22
Barcelona Shines When It Counts: La Liga Review for Mar 20-22
The entire soccer world had it’s eyes on the match between Barcelona and Real Madrid this weekend and it did not disappoint. A hard-fought match took place at the Camp Nou, and while both teams were probably not at their best, the action and drama was still rampant. Barcelona won the game to take a… Continue reading Barcelona Shines When It Counts: La Liga Review for Mar 20-22
FC Dallas Continue To Impress: MLS Review March 21 – 22
If last week’s action saw new boys Orland and NYC light up the highlight reel, this weekend saw their stars fade, while two of the league’s veteran teams continued to excel. One, the Vancouver Whitecaps, excelled at the expense of Orland City, as their new signing Octavio Rivero continued his blistering, goal-per-game start to the… Continue reading FC Dallas Continue To Impress: MLS Review March 21 – 22
Gerrard’s Red Costs Reds: BPL Review For March 21-22
There weren’t many surprises in this weekend’s Barclays Premier League action, with favorites by and large sweeping the matches. But thanks to some mistaken identity and a red card to a legend, there was still plenty of excitement to go around. Let’s get to the games: Embed from Getty Images Manchester City 3 (18-7-5) West… Continue reading Gerrard’s Red Costs Reds: BPL Review For March 21-22