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Some Positive Signs For Whitecaps In 2-1 Loss To Houston

If the Vancouver Whitecaps learned anything about themselves following their 2-1 loss against the Houston Dynamo at BBVA Compass Stadium, it’s that they’ll enjoy more victories away from B.C. Place this season. In 2012, the Whitecaps improved significantly, managing a fifth place finish in the Western Conference, but there was still a lingering problem from […]

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Pilot Episode of My Beautiful Game Soccer Documentary [VIDEO]

You can probably count the number of hours before FOX Soccer or the Premier League asks for this video to be removed due to copyright infringements, so watch it while you can. It's the pilot episode of what eventually became My Beautiful Game. The original name for the documentary was 'The Greatest Goal I Ever […]

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Pragmatism Or Luck In USMNT's 0-0 Draw With Mexico?

We've seen this script many times so far in the United States Mens National Team's attempts to get results on foreign soil in 2014 World Cup Qualifying. -US plays football for a decent portion of the first half, -US holds its own (with an optional goal to lift the spirits of American fans and players […]

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Why International Soccer Needs a Revamp To Stay Relevant

Theoretically, international soccer is the absolute pinnacle of any player’s career — proudly representing your homeland, fighting tooth and nail to get a result against other teams with comparable national pride. The thought of representing your nation at a major finals should fill your very being with immense gratification, and give any individual excitement jitters […]

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Luis Suárez Could Face FIFA Ban After Appearing to Punch Chile Defender: The Daily EPL

The international break is over! Huzzah! In today's news, Luis Suarez has gotten into trouble again. This time it's for punching an opposition footballer in the face during a World Cup qualifier match for Uruguay against Chile. The incident was captured on camera as Suarez punched Gonzalo Jara in the face. It's possible that FIFA […]

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Mexico vs United States, World Cup Qualifier: Open Thread

One of the biggest clashes in world soccer happens tonight when the United States plays against Mexico in the fortress known as Azteca Stadium in Mexico City. Mexico, who have drawn their first two matches of World Cup qualifying, will be desperate for a win tonight against their arch-enemy. The United States will be hoping […]
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Montenegro vs England, World Cup Qualifier: Open Thread

England faces a tough match this evening with a World Cup qualifier match against Montenegro in Podgorica. Roy Hodgson has made six changes to his England side. It's a strong lineup today for England, so they can't have any excuses against a tricky Montenegro side who will be buoyed by a vocal home support. England starting […]

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Reading FC Appoint Nigel Adkins As New Manager: The Daily EPL

Reading Football Club have announced that Nigel Adkins is their new manager. The former Southampton manager replaces Brian McDermott as the boss of The Royals. Adkins signed a three-year contract. His first match in charge of Reading is this Saturday against Arsenal. Talk about trial by fire! What are your thoughts about Adkins becoming Reading […]

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Rebecca Lowe joins NBC Sports to present Premier League soccer to USA beginning this August

Rebecca Lowe will join NBC Sports this summer to present the Premier League to US viewers, according to Richard Deitsch of Sports Illustrated. Lowe is the first publicly announced member of the NBC Sports team that will bring the Premier League into the homes of soccer fans nationwide beginning August, 2013 when NBC takes over […]

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From Man Utd at £1bn to Wigan at £43m: What’s Your Club Really Worth?: The Nightly EPL

Financial scholar Tom Markham has released a new academic report that zeros in on what each club's value is in the Premier League. Not surprisingly, Manchester United sit atop the Premier League club valuation chart. But there are several surprises that jump out such as Tottenham Hotspur having a greater value than Manchester City. And […]

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Newcastle United May Tour United States This Summer

Newcastle United may return to the United States this summer for another series of friendlies against American teams. “We’re looking at various scenarios,” said Newcastle manager Alan Pardew. “Obviously, we had the disappointment of South Africa getting canceled on us last year.vThat’s a process we don’t want to repeat. We got really let down in […]

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USA Bound: Chelsea & Manchester City to Play 2 Friendlies Against Each Other in May: The Daily EPL

Although not officially confirmed, it looks very likely that Chelsea and Manchester City will be heading to the United States in May to play two high-profile friendlies against each other. One will be in New York City, while the other one will be played in either St. Louis or Florida. The two friendlies look set […]

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USA Bound: Chelsea & Manchester City to Play 2 Friendlies Against Each Other in May: The Daily EPL

Although not officially confirmed, it looks very likely that Chelsea and Manchester City will be heading to the United States in May to play two high-profile friendlies against each other. One will be in New York City, while the other one will be played in either St. Louis or Florida. The two friendlies look set […]
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New Close-Ups of England's Away Shirt From Nike for 150 Year Anniversary [PHOTO]

New close-ups of England's away shirt for 2013 have been leaked on the Internet. Designed by Nike, for the first time, the close-up photos reveal a better glimpse of what the new England away shirts look like. The red polo shirt is simple and classy, and bolstered by the 150 year anniversary crest for England's […]

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Craig Bellamy Dedicates Wales Victory Against Scotland To Tragic Gary Speed: The Daily EPL

Welsh footballer Craig Bellamy has dedicated Wales's 2-1 victory against Scotland to Gary Speed. The comeback victory against the Scots at Hampden Park was vintage Gary Speed. Bellamy said, "That’s how [Speed] educated us to play and the way we have to perform in every match." Here are today's Premier League news headlines: Wales star […]