Cross Continent Chaos - Picks From Across The Pond for March 23, 2018

Cross Continent Chaos – Picks From Across The Pond for March 23, 2018

3/22 Recap: Who says friendlies can’t be entertaining?  I was plenty entertained by the proceedings yesterday, even if one of my picks didn’t go as planned.  In retrospect, I probably should have gone with some sort of a prop in the U21 match as both teams played it close to the vest spare a ten-minute… Continue reading Cross Continent Chaos – Picks From Across The Pond for March 23, 2018

A Friendly Game of Footy – Picks From Across The Pond for March 22, 2018

3/21 Recap: My schizophrenic run through the lower rungs of European football continued yesterday.  I was expecting an under in the Wigan/Walsall contest, but the visitors killed that by themselves in a 3-0 win.  As for League Two, I got my needed dose of Akinfenwa and a Wycombe win in a thrilling back and forth… Continue reading A Friendly Game of Footy – Picks From Across The Pond for March 22, 2018

Saturday Hangover – Picks From Across The Pond for March 10, 2018

3/9 Recap: While I was watching yesterday’s games unfold, I came to a realization.  I harkened back to when I was doing my research and the lights that were clicking in my head.  Gee, that line on Bielefeld/Nurenberg looks really off.  How is Schalke not heavier favorites against a team they seemingly own?  My main… Continue reading Saturday Hangover – Picks From Across The Pond for March 10, 2018

Under The Radar Stars at UEFA U21 Championships

If you really pay attention, there is always a major tournament going on across the globe.  The footballing calendar never relents.  There is little respite for world class players.  They deal with grueling seasons for their clubs.  Instead of summers on holiday, internationals usually spend their time in training camps and tournament play.  There is… Continue reading Under The Radar Stars at UEFA U21 Championships

Domestic Cup Finals Provide Redemption Opportunities

The vast majority of European leagues have finished their schedules.  Champions have been crowned and teams have begun preparations for next year.  But there are several teams with one final chance at silverware.  Several domestic cup competitions conclude this weekend, allowing the participants a chance to put a positive spin on what may have been… Continue reading Domestic Cup Finals Provide Redemption Opportunities