UEFA Champions League, Tuesday Matchday 6: Open Thread

Saturday’s live broadcast of the 2013 MLS Cup on ESPN had an average viewing audience of 505,000, which is the least-viewed MLS Cup ever on English-language television. The previous record low was the 748,000 viewers who watched the 2010 MLS … Continue reading →

Manchester United’s recent run of poor performances has only increased the pressure on David Moyes.  A home loss to Everton should have galvanized United to respond against Newcastle, especially given that it was yet another home fixture. Come kickoff on … Continue reading →

With the US being drawn into the group of death for next summer’s World Cup, I understand many people’s view that they will not make it out of the group.  Being drawn into the group of death may actually come … Continue reading →

In the final week of the group stages of the 2013/14 UEFA Champions League and Europa League matches, here’s the TV and Internet schedule for all matches that are being shown live to viewers in the United States. All times … Continue reading →

Former Stoke City trainee George Blackstock has filed a civil case against Stoke City, seeking damages after he claims that he suffered post traumatic stress due to initiations that were carried out by the club under the management of Stoke … Continue reading →

We are fast approaching Christmas and the Sky Bet Championship is really taking shape. Like every other season, the Championship has already thrown up some real surprises. Here are the five things that have made it an eye-opening first half … Continue reading →

Sir Alex Ferguson was “hit” yesterday by former club captain Roy Keane’s claims that he will continue to meddle in Manchester United’s affairs. In his recently released autobiography, Sir Alex addressed Keane’s psychology. “Roy’s an intelligent guy. I saw him … Continue reading →

There were significantly more controversial decisions this weekend, compared to last week, so here are my opinions on some of the key decisions. In Tottenham‘s 2-1 victory at the Stadium of Light, Spurs midfielder Sandro looked to have handled the ball … Continue reading →

Sometimes you just can’t explain sports. Eight years ago, Liverpool ended up finishing second in their Champions League group and fifth in the Premier League table, but ended the season as champions of Europe. The English club edged out Olympiacos … Continue reading →

A photograph of Argentina’s away shirt for the 2014 FIFA World Cup has been leaked on the Internet. The design of Argentina’s new away shirt features the familiar navy blue and white at the very top of the shirt, but … Continue reading →

Have a drink today every time a pundit or commentator mentions the 2003 match between Swansea and Hull City where the Welsh club was one match away from being relegated to non-league football (and possibly going out of existence altogether). … Continue reading →

A photograph of Germany’s away/change for FIFA World Cup 2014 has been leaked on the Internet. The red and black hooped shirt is designed and manufactured by adidas, and features a distinctive design that’s accentuated by the three white adidas … Continue reading →

Sir Alex Ferguson has a massive ego and is still trying to control Manchester United, says former United midfielder Roy Keane. Keano appears in a brand-new ITV4 documentary that is scheduled to air later today in the UK entitled Keane and … Continue reading →