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/ 5168 days ago

Bold Prediction: Aston Villa Will Be Relegated This Season

Aston Villa has had a very lackluster season and it’s a season that in my mind is going to end in relegation. They are a side that is in serious trouble. After announcing near £54 million losses last month, the team now sit just 8 points outside of the relegation zone. For any team this […]

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/ 5168 days ago

Aston Villa Announces US 2012 Summer Tour to Philadelphia, Chicago and Portland

The summer of 2012 promises to be a very English summer in the United States. Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur have already officially announced friendlies in the US this summer. And now Aston Villa has joined the trio in announcing their summer Stateside tour. Plus, don't forget about Liverpool who will be touring America this July […]

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/ 5169 days ago

The Torture Of The Morning After

Beep...Beep...Beep...Beep...Beep...Beep. The morning breaks, and that scenario described by the recently departed Davy Jones in the song, "Daydream Believer," unravels. The feet are placed on the floor, maybe a stretch of the arms, and then it hits you. ", why do I feel like a zombie? Oh yeah...we.....lost...." This has been a periodic ritual […]

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The Revitalization of Tomas Rosicky

It’s no mere coincidence that the rejuvenation of Tomas Rosicky’s Arsenal career has come just as the Gunners are enjoying their best run of the season. In fact, Rosicky has arguably been one of the main reasons for Arsenal’s recent resurgence in the Premier League. During his time at Borussia Dortmund, Rosicky picked up the […]

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Reaction: El Salvador Sneaks 90+ Minute Goal to Eliminate US

Tonight the U.S. was dumped out of the 2012 Olympics in heart breaking fashion, giving up a very late goal in stoppage time that knotted the score at 3-3. The U.S. finished third in Group A and, as a result, does not advance to the semifinals. Earl Reed,Chris Webb, and I chatted about the result […]

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Chelsea to Play AC Milan and Seattle This Summer; More US Dates to Follow

Chelsea today officially announced the first two dates of their 2012 US summer tour, more than 3 weeks after we leaked the news courtesy of the Chelsea In America supporters group. The 2012 US summer tour kicks off with Chelsea playing Seattle Sounders on Wednesday, July 18 at CenturyLink Field. This will be Chelsea's third […]

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Maybe the Eastern Conference Isn't So Bad... Or Is It?

[NB 1 This is the first of what we hope will become a popular weekly column about MLS. There are many places you can go to get a rote review of the weekend, along with who won and lost. Our goal for this column is to put the entire weekend in perspective, as well as […]

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Champions League Quarter-Finals Preview: Barcelona, Real Madrid, Bayern Munich & Chelsea the Favorites

This season's version of Europe’s most prestigious club competition has thrown up surprises and shocks along the way, with a number of sides in the last eight exceeding expectations and defying Champions League odds (read: what is sports betting?).. However, the usual suspects and biggest teams in Europe remain, with four mouth-watering ties having their […]

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Inside The Magic of Panini Football Stickers [VIDEO]

With the 2011-12 soccer seasons getting closer to the final lap, anticipation is building for Euro 2012. Part of the ritual of each major tournament is the collecting of Panini sticker albums. As we get closer to the tournament, we'll find out whether the stickers will be available in the United States. But in […]

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Is Cristiano Ronaldo the Greatest Ever Footballer Who Left the Premier League?

It isn't that often that I miss a Premier League footballer who decides to ply his trade overseas. But if I had to name one, it would be former Manchester United star Cristiano Ronaldo. Now playing his football at Real Madrid, Ronaldo reached a unique milestone Saturday night after he scored his 100th and 101st […]

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/ 5170 days ago

An Early Look at the Contenders for the Premier League Manager of the Season Award

The Premier League Manager of the Season award is always a contentious one. Whilst usually dominated by the manager of the league champions, there are often several contenders. Overachievers competing for Europe? The newly promoted side comfortable in mid table? Many managers situations can be looked upon favourably by fans and media alike. This season […]

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Feuerstein's Fire #95 & CONCACAF Champions League Semi-Final 1st Leg Review

Monday, March 26th 8PM EDT – 5PM PDT USL Pro Preview Show Cliff Alejos: Orlando City supporter Mikey Buytus: Charelston Battery supporter Brian Keyser: Harrisburg City Islanders PA Announcer Tom Grady: Wilmington Star reporter on the Wilmington Hammerheads Red Bulls Hour: Reviewing the home opener against the Rapids Wednesday, March 28th 10PM EDT – 7PM […]

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New York Red Bulls 4-1 Colorado Rapids: Kenny Cooper and Thierry Henry On Song

Over 21,000 fans attended Red Bull Arena Sunday afternoon to see the New York Red Bulls ends their two game losing streak after a four goals to one victory over Colorado Rapids. It all started early when Thierry Henry got a gift in the 3rd minute. Joel Lindpere put pressure on Ross LaBauex, who held […]

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/ 5171 days ago

Old Firm Derby and West Brom vs Newcastle United: Open Thread

It's not often that we talk about Scottish Premier League football, but we're faced with three realities. One, the Old Firm Derby is on today (8am ET). Two, FOX Soccer is televising the game live. And three, there is only one Premier League match on today, so there isn't a lot to talk about. West […]

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Canada Shocks Yanks 2-0 in Olympic Qualifier

(Note: we were unable to do a post-game chat for this game at the last minute; however, please join us Monday for the critical last group stage match and post-game analysis) All of the warm fuzzies after Thursday's thrashing of Cuba have vanished. The Yanks suffered a major upset this evening, falling to their rivals […]