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/ 4522 days agoTottenham Manager Andre Villas-Boas Lashes Out at Reporter During Press Conference [VIDEO]
Andre Villas Boas went crazy lashed out during today's press conference after Spurs 2-2 draw with Manchester United. Watch as he singles out a reporter (Neil Ashton of the Daily Mail, as well as Martin Samuel of the same paper) for criticism at about the two minute mark of this video. Whether Ashton's reports some […]
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/ 4525 days agoMicah Richards, John Guidetti and the Death of Manchester City Holism
When Manchester City sacked Roberto Mancini after defeat in the 2013 FA Cup Final, the club spoke of instituting a “holistic” approach to management. On Mancini’s watch no former Elite Development Squad (EDS) player had been integrated into the first team at the Etihad Stadium. Despite the promise of many including John Guidetti, Denis Suarez, […]
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/ 4526 days agoManchester City Defensive Woes Continue
Manchester City's defensive record was the best in the Premier League each of the past three seasons. Under former Manager Roberto Mancini, the club may not have played the most attractive style of football but tactical shape and defensive organization were considered the keys to success. However this season under new Manager Manuel Pellegrini and […]
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/ 4526 days agoNewcastle United Could Challenge for Honours This Season
Newcastle United was in “crisis” we were told before the season began. That “crisis” intensified after a 4-0 opening weekend drubbing at Manchester City. As time goes on I realize it is critical not to make snap judgments about teams. This season’s Magpies squad fits squarely into that category. Alan Pardew’s position was undermined before […]
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/ 4527 days agoWes Brown Red Card Rescinded
The controversial red card issued to Wes Brown in Sunderland's 2-0 loss to Stoke City has been rescinded by an FA Panel. Black Cats Manager Gus Poyet said the following regarding the decision: "Of course it was hugely frustrating to have Wes sent off but we accept that officials are only human and, like everyone, […]
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/ 4528 days agoFernandinho Turning Into Manchester City Stalwart
This summer Manchester City took what many, including myself thought was a huge risk in buying Fernandinho who had played the last eight seasons in Ukraine for £30 million. The signing was not only City’s most expensive of the summer but the third most expensive in club history. This for a player who at 28 […]
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/ 4528 days agoCan Emmanuel Adebayor and a Formation Change Reignite Spurs Attack?
Spurs have scored only six open play goals in twelve Premier League matches and while the side has feasted on European opposition in the Europa League something is badly wrong domestically. Andre Villas-Boas spoke after Sunday’s humiliating defeat against Manchester City about possibly moving to a 4-4-2 formation to suit Emmanuel Adebayor. AVB prefers a […]
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/ 4529 days agoStephen Ross Cools On Owning Piece of Beckham Miami MLS Team, Says Sources: Monday Soccer Insider
I am hearing from multiple sources that Miami Dolphins owner Stephen Ross has cooled on owning a piece of MLS team in Miami. This may explain why most media reports indicate David Beckham has moved beyond Ross’ Dolphins Stadium complex for a temporary home. This should properly explain the recent hubbub of activity including LeBron […]
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/ 4529 days agoCrystal Palace's Decision to Acquire Tony Pulis As Manager is a Wise One
Tony Pulis has made a deserved return to Premier League football with Crystal Palace. Critics of the Welsh Manager are seemingly found at every corner in the British press. Yet his accomplishments with Stoke City, his previous Premier League job, have gone wildly under-appreciated. It seems when he was ousted this past summer from Stoke, […]
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/ 4529 days agoWayne Rooney Lashes Out at Martin Tyler and Graeme Souness
Manchester United's Wayne Rooney took to twitter to lash out at Martin Tyler and Graeme Souness regarding commentary made during the Red Devils 2-2 draw at Cardiff City on Sunday. Rooney even referred to the former Liverpool legend Souness as "Sourness." Just watched game back. I agree mine was bad tackle and ref dealt […]
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/ 4532 days agoForbes List Justifies High MLS Franchise Fees and Path of Lower Division Clubs to MLS
Forbes Magazine's valuation of MLS teams justifies the large price tag Orlando City and Manchester City/New York Yankees have paid for admission to what is rapidly becoming one of the world’s most exclusive footballing leagues from an ownership perspective. The recent surge in values of MLS clubs is good news for the long-term health of […]
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/ 4532 days agoSir Alex Ferguson and JFK: Honoring the Memory of John F. Kennedy, 50 Years After His Death
Fifty years ago today in Dallas, United States President John F. Kennedy was assassinated. While today the US media is in a frenzy about the tragic day, those who have recently read Sir Alex Ferguson’s recently released autobiography have learned that the study of JFK is one of Ferguson's passions outside football. Sir Alex Ferguson […]
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/ 4533 days agoJulio Cesar Would Be An Ideal Fit to Give Joe Hart Competition at Manchester City
Joe Hart’s heroics at Wembley on Tuesday against Germany intensified the debate currently grappling Manchester City supporters. Should the Manchester City net-minder be replaced permanently by a long-term transfer target or should he be temporarily replaced to simply get through 2013-14? Media reports have raised the possibility of Julio Cesar, a top keeper who has […]
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/ 4533 days agoWhy LeBron James' Interest In David Beckham's Miami MLS Team is a Smart Move
Last week I stated for Beckham’s Miami MLS dream to work he must cater to a largely Hispanic audience. But the potential addition of LeBron James to the ownership group changes this equation substantially. James has mainstream credibility among an American sporting audience, English language dominant sports journalists and mainstream media in the country. Last […]
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/ 4533 days agoOrlando City Interested In Signing Kaka As Designated Player, Says Report
For months, discussion has floated around Florida soccer circles that when Orlando City moves to MLS, Kaka will be their first Designated Player signing. With the official news of OCSC’s admission to MLS beginning in 2015, the discussion of Kaka moving to Orlando City SC has intensified according to BBC Sport. For Kaka, who is […]