Christopher Harris

Christopher Harris

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Since launching World Soccer Talk in 2005, Harris has played an influential role in shaping how broadcasters deliver the sport by providing in-depth analysis and reviews of the soccer TV coverage. He has interviewed virtually all media executives at the different media giants to stay apprised of changes in OTT and broadcast television while also keeping up with the latest reports and breaking news about key soccer rights acquisitions and the media landscape. Christopher is a member of the North American Soccer Reporters (NASR). He's the recipient of 18 WebAwards from the Web Marketing Association. Prior to World Soccer Talk, Chris wrote for the South Florida Sun-Sentinel as well as The Palm Beach Post and Palm Beach Illustrated.

latest articles by Christopher Harris

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/ 4724 days ago

Friday Football Special: Wayne Rooney Tries To Get A New Nan(ny) And More Laughs [VIDEO]

As an all-German Champions League final approaches, Agent Bond drives another hard bargain with his devastating charm, we take a look at how managers look at each other, a football remains respectful and there's a song about the prospect of a summer without the beautiful game. Plus there's Wayne Rooney who's trying to get a […]

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/ 4724 days ago

Napoli to Appoint Rafa Benitez As Their New Manager Says Club President

Napoli President Aurelio De Laurentiis has confirmed that Rafael Benitez is on the verge of becoming the club's new manager. According to reports in the Italian media, De Laurentiis told reporters, "I've given myself a birthday gift, I've signed Benitez. I'll make it official in the next few days as Benitez needs to end things with […]

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/ 4724 days ago

Bad Day For Spurs: Joao Moutinho Joins Monaco, While Andros Townsend Charged With Betting

It's been a bad day for Tottenham Hotspur. FC Porto have announced that they've sold midfielder Joao Moutinho to Monaco for a transfer fee of £21 million. The White Hart Lane club were reportedly within minutes of signing Moutinho last summer, but failed to beat the deadline to bring the highly-sought after footballer to England. […]

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/ 4724 days ago

Manchester United Confirm Departure of Backroom Staff; Mike Phelan and Eric Steele Gone

Manchester United have today confirmed the departure of assistant manager Mike Phelan and goalkeeping coach Eric Steele. "I would like to put on record the club's thanks for everything Mike and Eric have done," said Manchester United manager David Moyes. "I will be looking to appoint my own members of coaching staff at some point […]

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/ 4724 days ago

Will He Or Won't He? The Special1 TV Press Conference [VIDEO]

The latest episode of Special 1 TV is now ready for viewing. This week, Special 1 TV hosts a press conference to try to put an end to the rumors regarding some of the biggest names in Europe. The mystery continues!

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/ 4724 days ago

Enter to Win A Contest To Have Your Own Soccer T-Shirt Featured On Who Are Ya Designs

Few things go better with soccer than a cleverly designed T-shirt. That’s why EPL Talk has partnered up with Who Are Ya Designs to offer three fabulous prizes to EPL Talk readers. In this one-of-a-kind contest, you — the soccer fan — are tasked with coming up with an idea for a fun and creative […]

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/ 4724 days ago

Gibraltar Have Been Confirmed As 54th Member Nation of UEFA: The Daily EPL

Against the wishes of Spain, Gibraltar today have been confirmed as the 54th member nation of UEFA. Gibraltar is a British overseas territory located on the tip of Spain. The population of 30,000 residents have twice rejected proposals for Spanish sovereignty, and remain closely tied with Great Britain. What this means for the other UEFA […]

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/ 4724 days ago

Manchester City Tell Pellegrini To 'Win Five Trophies in Five Years': The Nightly EPL

No matter how good Manuel Pellegrini is as a manager, Manchester City are setting him up for failure before he's even been hired as the new boss. Today while on tour in the United States, Manchester City chief executive Ferran Soriano said this: "I think that next season is going to be much better. I […]

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/ 4725 days ago

Chelsea vs Manchester City Exhibition Game in St Louis: Open Thread

Tonight marks the first of many Premier League matches on US soil this summer. Chelsea plays Manchester City in St Louis tonight with the game kicking off at 8:20pm ET on ESPN2 and ESPN3.com (for viewers in the United States). If you live in the United Kingdom, the game will be shown live on ESPN. […]

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/ 4725 days ago

Chelsea vs Manchester City in St Louis: Roll Call For Tonight's Match

The excitement is building for tonight's post-season exhibition game between Chelsea and Manchester City, which will be played in St Louis. Players from both teams have been training in the States this week, with the Europa League champions Chelsea ready to play against Manchester City, the team that has been stealing all the headlines this […]

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/ 4725 days ago

Rio Ferdinand Signs One-Year Contract Extension at Manchester United: The Daily EPL

Rio Ferdinand has signed a one-year deal at Manchester United to keep him at the club through until the end of the 2013-14 season. The 34-year-old defender, who announced his retirement from the England national team last week, said “It has been an incredible journey and I am glad it will continue. I can now fully concentrate […]

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/ 4725 days ago

Tottenham Target Leandro Damião and Roberto Soldado For Next Season: The Nightly EPL

On the eve of Tottenham Hotspur's post-season friendly against Jamaica in The Bahamas, Spurs hope to renew their efforts to sign Brazil's Leandro Damiao as well as Spanish international Roberto Soldado. At the same time, Tottenham are expected to lose William Gallas (on a free transfer), Scott Parker, Tom Huddlestone and Emmanuel Adebayor according to […]

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/ 4725 days ago

Manchester United Footballer Brian Greenhoff Dies, Aged 60 [VIDEO]

Manchester United and England footballer Brian Greenhoff died today, aged 60. Greenhoff made 221 appearances for Manchester United from 1970-79 as a midfielder and centre-back. He was capped 18 times for England, and helped United win the 1977 FA Cup. After leaving United, Greenhoff played for Leeds United from 1979-82. I vividly remember watching Greenhoff […]
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/ 4726 days ago

Paris Saint-Germain Offer to Match Wayne Rooney's Wages

Paris Saint-Germain have offered to meet Wayne Rooney's wages in an effort to convince Manchester United to part with the striker. It's understood that PSG are willing to pay Rooney's £300,000 per week wages. The French club are interested in pairing Rooney with Zlatan Ibrahimovic. Rooney is still reportedly disgruntled at the club, and the promise […]

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/ 4726 days ago

'I Want My EPL': How to Make Sure You Don't Miss Any EPL Matches On NBC

With less than 90 days to go before NBC Sports begins televising the Premier League on US television, the number of TV providers who will providing access to every single Premier League match next season still only numbers five. They are Comcast xFinity TV, DISH Network, Verizon FIOS, Suddenlink and Cablevision — all of whom […]