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How Far Can Tottenham Go In the Champions League?

Tottenham Hotspur supporters have a lot to be proud of based on their team's performance Tuesday night against AC Milan after their crucial 1-0 victory at San Siro. But despite playing AC Milan off the park in the first half, and winning the psychological warfare in the second half as well as keeping Milan at […]

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Of Dislocated Elbows and Relocated Fullbacks: Major League Soccer Talk Podcast

U.S. international Heath Pearce is on the move, headed to Chivas USA to fill Jonathan Bornstein's shoes at fullback. Teal Bunbury's picked up an elbow injury in preseason work, while we have a new set of rumors surrounding a potential dimming start making his way to Major League Soccer. On this edition of the show, […]

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Gattuso Headbutts Joe Jordan, Tottenham Assistant Manager: Video

AC Milan's Gennaro Gattuso grabbed the throat of Tottenham assistant manager Joe Jordan and headbutted the Scotsman during Tuesday night's Champions League match at the San Siro. Gattuso became incensed during the match after Tottenham players and staff complained about an over-the-top tackle by former Arsenal midfielder Mathieu Flamini on Vedran Corluka. The referee gave […]

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Connor Wickham and England's 17 Year Old Wonderkids

This season has seen the emergence of three seventeen year old English youngsters who despite being in the embryonic stages of their careers are showing real promise. This trio who are barely old enough to drive have have caught the eye of fans and scouts alike with performances in three different divisions that display talent and maturity […]

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Forza Fútbol Podcast: Issues in La Liga and the Spanish Game

Last Thursday, I was invited by Armando and Elisa from Forza Fútbol to be on the site's podcast, and the discussion centered around several topics: the state of La Liga in terms of overseas marketing, the flourishing cantera youth academies throughout Spain, the controversies with the upcoming La Liga TV contract agreement, the matches from […]

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La Liga European UEFA Preview and U.S. T.V. Listings: Feb. 15 – Feb. 17

UEFA Champions League The tie of the round begins at the Emirates Stadium (Arsenal Stadium according to UEFA) as Arsenal and FC Barcelona meet in the knockout phase of the Champions League for the second consecutive year. When Arsenal failed to win their group, the Gunners always knew that there would be a chance that […]

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Walcott Can Provide Key To Unlock Barcelona

With four matches still to play in February, including the thrilling prospect of tomorrow’s Champions League last-16 tie against Barcelona, many speculated that Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger might begin to dig deeper into his squad players. However, during Saturday’s 2-0 victory over Wolverhampton Wanderers, the jewels in Arsenal’s crown, Robin van Persie and Cesc Fabregas, […]

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David Luiz Makes Full Debut for Chelsea: A Star Is Born

As the final whistle blew to signal the end of a thrilling match between Fulham and Chelsea, the Premier League had just welcomed its newest star, David Luiz. The impressive Brazilian on just his first start for Chelsea was, in all sense of the word, everywhere. Partnering John Terry in the centre of defence he […]

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Fulham 0-0 Chelsea: Quick Match Report

You like the title of this? I took a little respite from the match reports this weekend, but in catching up on Fulham's draw with neighbor Chelsea, I thought I'd remark that this had 4 or 5 of the most entertaining stoppage-time minutes I've seen this season. The most notable development in this match was […]

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Week in Review: February 8-13, 2011

Happy Valentine's Day everyone! With the Egyptian friendly canceled, it was a slow week in American soccer. MLS clubs are playing pre-season matches against youth clubs, colleges, and each other, and the season is less than one month away. Besides the schedule release last week, here are some other news items flying under the radar: […]

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La Liga Jornada 23 Review: Manolo Preciado and Sporting Gijón Shock Barcelona

There was a time on Saturday night when Lionel Messi actually became frustrated with himself and his teammates. There was a time on Saturday night when Xavi Hernández could not find the killer pass through the hard-working, organized defense. There was a time on Saturday night when Gerard Piqué was absolutely skinned alive by an […]

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Get A Free 7 Day Trial to FoxSoccer.tv

FoxSoccer.tv is offering a free 7-day trial of their service this week, just in time for the Round of 16 games in the Champions League as well as several important Premier League and FA Cup matches. FoxSoccer.tv is Fox's broadband subscription site that allows you to watch live games on your computer. Plus, if you […]

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Mike Summerbee Defends Man City's Derby Performance: Video

Manchester City legend Mike Summerbee got into a heated debate Saturday after his side lost 2-1 to Manchester United at Old Trafford. The discussion was aired on Sky Sports where Summerbee, sitting alongside Manchester United legend Dwight Yorke and Jamie Redknapp defended City's performance by arguing that they had more of the possession, created more […]

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Behind the Curtain at Fulham's Craven Cottage: Video

MOTD2: Fulham: Behind The Scenes from Bilet on Vimeo. Fulham's Craven Cottage is one of my favorite grounds in the Premier League. So much history and so much class. So it was a wonderful treat today to come across this behind-the-scenes video I uncovered which takes the BBC MOTD2 viewers into the places at Fulham […]

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Man United 2-1 Man City: Things To Ponder

Wayne Rooney did score a remarkable goal on Saturday, that overhead kick which in his own words, "usually goes over the bar". It made the score 2-1 and there were no more goals in this local derby. The win by Man United confirms them as most likely to win the English Premier League this season. […]