So Kevin Nolan is on his way from Newcastle United to Upton Park. Surprisingly, the Newcastle skipper rejected a new contract at St James’ Park in favour of a move down a division to the Hammers. At first glance, this is not good news for Newcastle. A solid first season back in the top flight […]

Liverpool and Adidas have officially unveiled Liverpool's third shirt for the 2011-12 Premier League season. Pictured above, Liverpool's third jersey is white with black and cyan blue trim. The sleeves of the shirt feature the iconic three stripes from Adidas (which are blue, in this case), while the collar is black with a cyan blue […]

In light of the recent McLeish-Villa-Birmingham saga, let’s take a look at other managers who have crossed local lines to manage hated rivals. The king of this category has to be Ron Saunders. Not only did he manage Aston Villa and Birmingham City, but also West Bromwich Albion. Saunders led Villa to promotion in 1974. […]

As recently reported, FSC FOX Soccer is going through an exciting rebrand in time for the new EPL season. As exciting as that sounds, FOX is missing a chance to generate buzz right now with the Gold Cup. The Gold Cup, now in its knockout stages, will have possibly two weekend games for the US […]

What a great night of action in the first round of the Lamar Hunt US Open Cup as the lower levels showed what they are made of. Some sides got their first action in this domestic club competition and dominated their opponents, but the one match that was very exciting to follow was in Western […]

The place is foreign but familiar. Alien yet indigenous. He had been here before – in dreams and on TV – but this time it's different. As London's Royal Philharmonic Orchestra blares over the speaker system, the gravity of the occasion materializes and suddenly White Hart Lane feels eons away. The men in the legendary […]

The US Men's National Team knew they needed a quality performance against a lesser side on Tuesday night. They dominated the match, but only managed a 1-0 victory over Guadeloupe, after squandering countless chances to put the match out of reach. Livestrong Sporting Park in Kansas City was filled to capacity, and the gathered watched […]

Harry Redknapp has promised more signings in order to strengthen and add more flexibility to the Tottenham squad as they attempt to reclaim their spot in the Champions League next season. In looking at the Tottenham squad they are truly blessed to have so many talented individuals, but one of the most frustrating things is […]

Ryan Giggs is a consummate professional whose desire to win has never faltered despite the longevity of his career. He is one of the strongest symbols of Manchester United and the greatest player from the reign of Sir Alex Ferguson. He is loved by his fans and well-respected by his opponents all over Europe. When […]

A photo has been leaked showing Aston Villa's away shirt for the 2011-12 Premier League season. The new design features a two-tone gray shirt with a checkerboard design on the front (and presumably on the back) as well as a claret collar. Designed and manufactured by Nike, the away shirt design is very similar to […]

The US men's national team faces a must-win game tonight against Guadeloupe in the 2011 Gold Cup. The game, which will kick off at 9pm ET on FOX Soccer and Telefutura, should be an entertaining one to watch. The US needs a win to guarantee at top-two place finish in the group stage of the […]

For soccer fans in the United States, it's the news that we've been waiting a long time to hear. And it's finally here. FOX Soccer will be enhancing its coverage of the Premier League beginning with the 2011-12 season kicking off on August 13 with a new name, new studio, improved graphics and overall improved presentation. […]

FC Tampa Bay today announced that it will host Bolton Wanderers on Thursday, July 14 at 7:30 p.m. at Al Lang Stadium. The friendly marks the first of a three-game preseason trip for the Trotters to the United States. FC Tampa Bay season ticket holders may purchase tickets through an exclusive pre-sale beginning at 9:00 […]

Depending where you live in this world, seeing a stranger wearing a jersey of a Premier League club could be a rare treat or an almost everyday occurrence. For me, living in a suburb in South Florida, I typically see a stranger wearing a soccer shirt every few weeks. The last one I saw was […]

The EA Sports FIFA series is one of the best selling games among the sports genre. For over a decade the game has brought the soccer playing experience to living rooms around the world. Each updated version introduces new aspects from playing style to graphics. But even with the most entertaining games, a series can […]