Plans are being finalized for the 2009 Premier League Asia Trophy. So far, Chelsea, West Ham United and Hull City have been invited to participate in the tournament which is likely to be held in China, in either Beijing or Shanghai. The 2007 edition of the tournament was hosted in Hong Kong where Portsmouth won […]

I admit it. I have a soft spot for underdogs. Three years ago, I was enamored by Wigan's brilliant beginning to the season where they surprised so many teams and fans by playing attacking football. Two years ago, it was Reading's turn to brighten up the Premier League. Last season there was no underdog, but […]

La Liga Talk interviewed former Rayo Vallecano and Valencia star Fernando Morena about world football. In this second part he talks about his career, his experience in Spain, and how Uruguayan football seems not to be taking off. [display_podcast]

The weekend was a disappointing one for me after seeing Mr. Gomes gifting yet another goal to consign my favorite Spurs to defeat against Fulham. Think Gomes is playing Santa a little too early?? There’s still a month left for Christmas. Well, he wasn’t the only Santa out there. Thomas Sorenson looked even more precarious […]

As Diego Maradona prepares to return to the forefront of international football it is quite fitting that he will make his managerial debut of the Argentine national squad in the cauldron of all English hatred, Hampden Park. Anyone that can somehow contribute to the demise of the England national football team is embraced with great […]

Beckham's international future is in doubt after England manager Fabio Capello confirmed his lack of competitive action was of primary concern and reasoning behind Beck's omission against Germany on Wednesday. One cap short of Bobby Moore's total of 108 the English midfielder hopes to prolong his international career until the 2010 World Cup. Beckham has recently […]

Kaka stalks Ibra – Milan beat Chievo with a penalty, but the foul was outside the area Baptista is a beast – Roma laugh as they put down Lazio Camoranesi: Mourinho only has Ibra Cassano, what a show, Mascara hits a hat-trick Lippi takes D'Agostino to Greece Tuttosport Camoranesi: I would be an […]

For years I have viewed Eddie Gaven as one of the most talented and potentially successful young players in US Youth National Team setup. Gaven appeared to be the perfect midfield compliment for the budding world superstar Freddy Adu. But something happened along the way to stardom for Gaven. It was called the Metrostars. Like […]

Alonso and Kuyt Key To Liverpool Success Despite sitting joint top of the Premier League after 13 games, Liverpool's summer recruit's, Albert Riera apart, have yet to justify Rafa Benitez's decision to bring them to the club. Robbie Keane has struggled to recapture his Tottenham form and has been guilty of some glaring misses, Philip […]

Another weekend of Premier League action and another cracking Dirk Kuyt goal. Now who would have predicted that this time last season? Certainly not me and with good reason because his goal tally in the league last season was just five, managing 11 in all competitions for the Reds. So far this time around the […]

So, how many people thought Hull City would be Premiership cannon fodder, this seasons Derby County, bravely battling against the odds in a futile struggle that would ultimately lead to relegation. If so, how many had actually seen Hull City play before they came up? Not many I bet. Fair enough, I'd only seen them […]

A few seasons ago, it used to be that you'd only see the electronic advertising at Old Trafford. But nowadays most Premier League grounds feature them along the edge of the pitch. What's your opinion about them? <a href="http://answers.polldaddy.com/poll/1115499/" >What's your opinion about the electronic signboard advertising during Premier League matches?</a> <br /> <span style="font-size:9px;"> […]

Depending where you live in this crazy world, it might be almost impossible to find soccer-related gifts in your local stores whether it's for you or your loved ones. But the Internet is a great aggregator, bringing you a treasure trove of choices. Here are ten recommended soccer items to add to your wish list […]

This may seem like a stark critical question but in these tough economic times this is exactly what investors must ask themselves. We’ve discussed in recent weeks the poor television ratings MLS has been receiving and the general lack of interest even among the football supporting public in the United States. Major League Soccer must […]

This may seem like a stark critical question but in these tough economic times this is exactly what investors must ask themselves. We've discussed in recent weeks the poor television ratings MLS has been receiving and the general lack of interest even among the football supporting public in the United States. Major League Soccer must […]