3/25 Recap: Since the second edition of Picks From Across The Pond, Spain has been a minefield for me. Whether it be the Primera or Segunda Divisions, there hasn’t been anything but disappointment. Meanwhile, the lower tiers of England continued to prove fruitful escapades. Long live Luton. The Hatters gave me my third straight perfect… Continue reading Won’t Get Fooled Again – Picks From Across The Pond for March 26, 2018
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UCL Re-Do – Picks From Across The Pond for March 7, 2018
3/6 Recap: So let’s just say the first set of UCL second legs didn’t go so hot for me. The return of the Champions League brought my “account” into the negatives as both PSG and Liverpool could not deliver. Liverpool was already up 5-0 in the tie, so they get a pass for pumping the… Continue reading UCL Re-Do – Picks From Across The Pond for March 7, 2018
The Rise Of Harry Kane As A World-Class Striker
Few players in the world have been more prolific than Harry Kane in 2017. The Tottenham Hotspur star has transformed himself into one of the best strikers in the English Premier League during the current season. But not only that. Kane finished the calendar year in 2017 with an astonishing tally of 56 goals in… Continue reading The Rise Of Harry Kane As A World-Class Striker
Deadline Day Winners and Losers
Transfer deadline day is a cavalcade of rumors unparalleled in the world of sports. Teams across the world at this juncture are usually in two camps. Most doing big business on the day are in a fevered panic trying to strengthen their squad. A select few use this smoke screen to get some cheeky upgrades… Continue reading Deadline Day Winners and Losers
Will Neymar Put PSG Over The Top?
Neymar is arguably the third best player in the world. There’s Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, and then him. His exploits make him a cult figure for both Brazil and Barcelona. Every time he steps on the pitch, there is a chance something magical is about to occur. Yet each summer we keep having the same… Continue reading Will Neymar Put PSG Over The Top?
Where Could Cristiano Ronaldo Land?
Real Madrid is the first team to repeat in the Champions League era. They won an unprecedented 12th crown with a second half decimation of Juventus. It was their third title in four years. Los Blancos were also able to hold off Barcelona for the La Liga title as well. It’s been a banner year… Continue reading Where Could Cristiano Ronaldo Land?
Bayern Munich Need A Big Summer
Bayern Munich is unquestionably one of the biggest clubs in European football. The Bavarian giants have dominated the German Bundesliga. They get whatever German international they want when they want. However, in recent years Bayern has struggled for success in Europe. By struggle, of course, I mean that they’ve made three Champions League semi-finals and… Continue reading Bayern Munich Need A Big Summer
The New Era Of The Old Firm
Derbies in football have started to become marketing tools rather than rivalries. Put any word before derby on a telecast and you have yourself a selling point for the viewer. Whether it be geographical or between league heavyweights, a derby weekend helps puts butts in the seats and eyes towards screens. But there are some… Continue reading The New Era Of The Old Firm
Summer Transfer Window Is Wide Open
July 1st marks the start of free agency in the United States for the NBA and NHL. In addition, baseball’s trade deadline is just a month away. Across the pond, it marks the start of their own hectic player movement period. The summer transfer window has opened across Europe and the moves have already started… Continue reading Summer Transfer Window Is Wide Open
6 Must Watch Matches For The Euros
The group stage of the Copa America Centenario is winding down, but lucky for us football fans another tournament is about to get underway. The European Championships start Friday afternoon in France. The tournament has expanded this year, with 24 teams vying for Euros glory. It all begins with the hosts getting the opening night… Continue reading 6 Must Watch Matches For The Euros