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I'm a converted Everton supporter that used to be a Man City supporter. City USED to be the kind of club that Everton currently is...then the circus started. Everton does their business and their football the right way. You have to respect it.
Howard, Everton open season by blanking Manchester United
Everton have been notoriously slow to find their footing at the start of the past few Premiership seasons, but the Toffees got off to a flying start to the new campaign on Monday. Everton upset and blanked Manchester United, 1-0, in their season opener at Goodison Park, winning courtesy of a M...
I won't ever get tired of watching Heather Soltis talk to me like that.
Studio 90: USWNT look ahead to Colombia
We should all know by now that "______ is not for sale" means nothing. That's just one of many tactics clubs use to get the best possible bid for a player.
At this point it would be kinda awkward if Dempsey stayed at Fulham. He's made it obvious he doesn't really want to play there anymore.
Wednesday Kickoff: Fulham fend off Dempsey suitors, De Jong moves & more
Clint Dempsey Watch has taken another unusual turn. Despite a since-taken-down report on Fenway Sports Group's website Wednesday claiming that Liverpool had signed Dempsey, Fulham have reportedly insisted that not only is Dempsey still a member of the Cottagers, but that they have not receiv...
There's no way he won't at least be linked to a few MLS sides. He's exactly the kind of player American clubs lust after- a fading star that still has name recognition.
South American Soccer: Riquelme leaving Boca
BY DAVE MARTINEZ Juan Roman Riquelme always said he would like to retire in a Boca Juniors jersey, but last night's 3-1 aggregate defeat in the Copa Libertadores final against Brazilian side Corinthians was surely not the way he wanted to go. Shortly after Boca's ouster, the 34-year-old attack...
I'm a huge Barca and Messi fan, and I absolutely loathe Ronaldo, but I have to sympathize with him just a little. He gets compared to Messi every day everywhere he goes. That must get old and I don't blame him for being sick of it.
Thursday Kickoff: Spurs eyeing Moyes, Ronaldo rips Messi, and more
With the surprising departure of Harry Redknapp shaking things up in the English Premier League, a clear front-runner has emerged to replace Redknapp and it's none other than Everton manager David Moyes. One of the most well-respected managers in Europe for his consistent ability to produce ...
I'm not saying Landon's national team days are over, but I feel like maybe he needs a sabbatical from national duty. His head just isn't right.
I'd like to see Torres in the midfield with Bradley and Jones. How is it that we all can see that the midfield needs more creativity, but Klinsmann can't?
I'd also like to see Adu called in for the next round of qualifiers. He always seems to step up his game and make a difference when playing for the U.S.
U.S. settles for 1-1 draw at Guatemala
By THOMAS FLOYD Before Tuesday's trip to Guatemala City, a 1-1 draw might have seemed like an acceptable outcome for the U.S. national team. The Americans, after all, knew they would be facing a hostile environment and desperate opponent. But as it turned out, the result left much to be desire...
Screwed by a bad call in Central America...imagine that. Should've been an advantage and Altidore scores all day.
U.S. settles for 1-1 draw at Guatemala
By THOMAS FLOYD Before Tuesday's trip to Guatemala City, a 1-1 draw might have seemed like an acceptable outcome for the U.S. national team. The Americans, after all, knew they would be facing a hostile environment and desperate opponent. But as it turned out, the result left much to be desire...
He likes the fire? Who told him he was in Chicago?
Pearce talks trade, future with Red Bulls
By DAVE MARTINEZ As surprised as people were about the Red Bulls trading Juan Agudelo for Heath Pearce, perhaps nobody was as taken aback as the former Chivas USA defender himself. “If it was sudden from your perspective, it was more sudden from mine,” Pearce told reporters after his first ...
Heather just made my pants a little tighter.
Studio 90: USMNT begins training camp
He obviously heard Winter wasn't working out in Toronto and wanted to be first in line for the open position.
Guardiola steps down as Barcelona coach
The most successful manager in the storied history of FC Barcelona is walking away. Pep Guardiola announced that he will be stepping down as Barcelona coach after the end of this season instead of renewing his rolling one-year contract with the club, one which he led to 13 trophies in four ...
Two different people on these comments typed "new" when they meant "knew".......WOW.
USWNT 2, New Zealand 1: Match Highlights
Photo by John Todd/ISIphotos.com After coming off a dominant run through CONCACAF Olympic qualifying, the U.S. women's national team had its hands full Saturday night with New Zealand before rising star Alex Morgan came to the rescue. Morgan scored in the 88th minute and again in stoppage tim...
I'd erect one for Dempsey any day.
Red-hot Dempsey scores again
Clint Dempsey did it again. Dempsey scored another goal for Fulham, tallying the opener in the Cottagers' 1-1 draw with West Brom on Wednesday. Costa Rican international Bryan Ruiz slipped Dempsey a pass inside the area, and the American turned and finished with a right-footed strike in the ...
^Comment winner^
VfB Stuttgart eyeing Chandler
Photo by Florian Eisele/ISIphotos.com Timmy Chandler has enjoyed a solid start to the Bundesliga season for FC Nurnberg, and at least one other club has taken notice. According to German publication Bild, VfB Stuttgart has set its sights on Chandler as a potential replacement for expensive ful...
Yes yes Donovan good, Marquez bad.
About Van Persie, Watching the game yesterday I immediately thought that celebration was odd and no doubt looked like a Nazi salute. I believe him when he says that's not what it was, but why the hell would he even do that? If it's not a Nazi salute then it's just a ridiculous celebration. Come up with something else, Adolf.
Monday Kickoff: Donovan blasts Red Bulls, Hazard to leave Lille and more
By CALEB SONNELAND The New York Red Bulls are "cheaper" than any team that Landon Donovan has ever played against in MLS. The USMNT attacker laid seige to Hans Backe's Red Bulls following the post-game fracas that ensued after Rafa Marquez took the ball and flung it at Donovan which resulted...
Best video I've seen on SBI. Ever.
Must-See FIFA Video Tribute: Emile Heskey
If you're a fan of FIFA 12, and have ever stood in awe of Emile Heskey's ability as a soccer player, get ready to laugh (hat tip to the Daily Mirror): What player would you like to see a tribute like this done for? Anyone in MLS come to mind? Share your suggestions below.
I still remember his performance against Spain in the Confederations Cup. It doesn't matter how old he is if he can get back to that level he deserves to be back with the nat'l team. I have a college mate from Lisbon who grew up supporting Sporting, and according to him Gooch has shown well so far.
Onyewu scores game-winning goal for Sporting Lisbon
U.S. national team centerback Oguchi Onyewu is slowly, but surely, working his way back to the level he once enjoyed as the best defender in the U.S. national team pool. First, Onyewu enjoyed his first start with new club Sporting Lisbon, and on Monday he delivered his first goal, a game-win...
Sometimes it annoys that we as Americans feel the need to imitate the British way of talking about the "footy," but when 95% of reports and stories we read are from the British press, it becomes almost natural for us to provide our own commentary in the same way. The only one that still irritates me is when I hear corn-fed, hot dog eating Americans use the term "gutted"--as in "Wayne Rooney surely must be 'gutted' about his unfortunate Shrek-like appearance." No American uses the word gutted in that way. There is nothing wrong with our uniquely American slang. We don't need to imitate Europeans just because soccer is "their" game. And also, what's so wrong with calling it soccer? The Italians call it Calcio and I don't hear anyone getting on their case about that.
Mid-Day Ticker: Tottenham to land Adebayor, Revs sign Zerka and more
By FRANCO PANIZO Tottenham Hotspur is on the brink of bolstering its attack, as the club is ready to bring in Emmanuel Adebayor on loan. Tottenham is nearing a deal to sign Adebayor on a season-long loan from Manchester City, but it is still in the process of figuring out how much it will pay ...
Dempsey is the closest I've ever come to a man crush, but his wife ain't shabby. I'm jealous of both of them.
Americans Abroad: Europa League Rewind
By FRANCO PANIZO On a day when a host of Americans Abroad had first-leg games in the playoff round of the UEFA Europa League, Clint Dempsey had the best performance with a 90-minute outing in which he bagged a brace. Dempsey scored the last two goals in Fulham's 3-0 victory against Dnipro, lik...
I've never thought Brek Shea was all that great, but he definitely proved me wrong tonight. I hope he continues to improve. Torres did much better when he moved to the middle and I still believe he can become the new Claudio Reyna. I can't wait to see what our midfield is going to look like when Dempsey, Donovan, Holden, and Torres can play together(hopefully).
I think Adu could've added something special to the game tonight as well.
Rogers' goal gives USA draw against Mexico in Klinsmann's debut
photo by Howard C. Smith/ISIphotos.com By FRANCO PANIZO Jurgen Klinsmann's coaching debut with the U.S. men's national team didn't start out too well, but it finished on a high note. The United States tied Mexico 1-1 in Klinsmann's U.S. debut as Robbie Rogers scored a minute into his substitut...
Norwegian and Danish are very similar to each other, so he probably does well with Danish. But also most Scandinavians speak English pretty well too. I'm sure communicating with his teammates is not a problem.
Americans Abroad: A Look Ahead
By FRANCO PANIZO Jozy Altidore's club troubles are well documented, but the opportunity to put it all past him begins this weekend. Altidore kicks off his first season with AZ Alkmaar on Sunday, and he does so with a grueling test against heavyweight PSV Eindhoven. Having recently recovered f...
This is a good move for Spector. He'll get plenty of minutes because of his versatility. The championship is a good league where he can continue to develop and gain confidence.
Report: Spector on verge of deal with Birmingham City
Photo by Andrew Katsampes/ISIphotos.com Jonathan Spector is one of the U.S. men's national team players that Jurgen Klinsmann will be evaluating during his opening weeks as national team coach, and it appears that he'll have a platform for which to showcase his skills. Spector, a free agent, i...
Don't forget 6:00am water aerobics on Mon/Wed/Fri.
Red Bulls sign GK Rost to DP deal
It's no secret that the New York Red Bulls need goalkeeping help, and that help is on the way. The Red Bulls have signed former Hamburg SV goalkeeper Frank Rost as the club's third Designated Player, the team announced on Wednesday. Rost is expected to be available for the club's next game, ...
Looking forward to seeing Clichy in a City shirt. Definitely not looking forward to seeing Tevez without a City shirt.
Tuesday Kickoff: Corinthians eyes Tevez, Red Bulls' Open Cup plan and more
Carlos Tevez could be returning to Corinthians. According to reports out of England, the Brazilian power has made Manchester City a £35 million offer for the Argentine forward, who played there from 2004-2006 prior to joining the Premier League. Tevez' departure from Manchester City seems to...
Gervinho is a great player, but every time I see him all I can think is, "Dude, please just shave your head!" Dreads with a massive receding hair line makes him look like a clown.
Spurs should sell Modric, buy Scott Parker, and have some cash left over to get a class striker.
Mid-Day Ticker: Arsenal agree Gervinho fee, Chelsea still after Modric, & more
By CALEB SONNELAND Things seem to be looking up for Arsenal fans. With the club poised to snatch up Ivory Coast winger/striker Gervinho from Ligue 1's Lille in the following few days, Gunners fans finally have something to smile about. The attacker notched a solid 15 goals in Lille's champio...
Has anyone else noticed that Rosana looks exactly like Ronaldinho? I feel so sorry for her.
USA women rally to beat Brazil in penalties
Photo by ISIPhotos.com Down a goal and a player well into extra time, the U.S. women's national team looked ready to see their 2011 World Cup end earlier than expected. That was before Abby Wambach stepped up and delivered a historic equalizer, and Hope Solo made a vital penalty shootout save...
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