The rise, fall and resurrection of Deportivo La Coruna
Down by two goals midway through the second half at the Camp Nou, most teams would have packed it in. Some may have kept attacking only to be obliterated …
Author: Terrance F. Ross
Your must-knows about La Liga at the one-third mark
The first third of La Liga’s season has been a topsy-turvy ride, though you wouldn’t necessarily know if by looking at the top of the table. At the summit, …
Gary Neville will be tested by Valencia’s pressure cooker
When questioned about his inexperience today, new Valencia manager Gary Neville was acutely aware of the uncertainty surrounding his hire. Neville was asked, “What would Neville the pundit think …
50 El Clásico things you can tweet to look smart
This weekend the most popular, and perhaps most important, match in world soccer will take place: El Clasico. The matchup itself needs no introduction, pitting two of the biggest …
Rafa Benitez the perfect fit for Real Madrid’s circus
On their back of Real Madrid’s largely uninspiring 1-0 UEFA Champions League victory over Paris Saint-Germain, the age-old debate between style or substance again emerged as a major point of …
Giovinco is on track to be the most important player in MLS
This MLS season has been accompanied by a lot of talk about the state of the league, what it should be, what it isn’t and where it’s going. Think …
Keylor Navas has been ‘Lord and Saver’ for Real Madrid
A few months ago, I surmised that, despite the enduring drama of deadline day, Keylor Navas’ demeanor would allow him to thrive. Admittedly I felt quite proud of myself …
Why David Moyes’ time is about to run out at Real Sociedad
If there’s any proof that speculation surrounding David Moyes’ potential unemployment is justified, it likely revolves around the numerous votes of confidence he’s received in recent days. It’s a …
The Netherlands’ fall was predictable, and one man deserves more blame than most
The worst thing about Holland’s failure to qualify for the European Championships is the general apathy surrounding the entire debacle. We’ve seen teams fight for their survival before, and …
How Wales became feel-good story of Euro 2016 qualifying
The last time a Welsh side qualified for a major international tournament, a 17-year old Pele would be their undoing, with a goal from the Brazilian legend knocking Wales …
