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USMNT
/ 730 days agoUSA "loses" 1-1 against Wales: Newspaper headlines roundup
Monday's games in the World Cup brought as much drama as it did goals. Here's how newspapers from around the world reported on the USMNT-Wales result. Plus we take a look at the best England-Iran covers and headlines from the always entertaining British tabloids. American coverage of USA-Wales result At the always sensational New York […]
USMNT
/ 730 days agoUnited States, Wales draw 1-1; some tough lessons learned
There will be lessons ahead aplenty for this young United States team, almost completely turned over from its last World Cup appearance more than eight years ago. None perhaps will be more important than the heavy take-away from Monday’s 1-1 draw with Wales. Being the spunky, aggressive side that starts bravely and takes a lead […]
Football Manager
/ 730 days agoFootball Manager 2023 excels with new match engine
Football Manager 2023, the most immersive sports game on the market, is back. FM 23’s additions are mostly cosmetic, but the new match engine creates a dynamic and enjoyable experience. FM23 cosmetic changes Football Manager's acquisition of UEFA’s licensing for club competitions generates a new wave of engagement. There’s nothing like seeing the presentation during […]
Leagues: EPL
/ 750 days agoMost popular soccer websites in United States
With millions of soccer fans following the beautiful game in the United States, what are the most popular soccer websites? According to Comscore, the leading audience measurement company, the answers may surprise you. Yes, there are literally thousands of websites that focus on sports, but the majority of fans depend on an elite number of […]
Leagues: EPL
/ 827 days agoWhat it's like watching the Premier League from Hawaii
Watching the Premier League from Hawaii is like watching the Japanese J-League from New York. The absurd time differences make it a challenge. However, the Premier League demands that following. With major clubs and the world's most-recognizable players, the most-popular league in the world extends across the globe. Therefore, it should come as no surprise […]
Attendance
/ 858 days agoWhat was the first soccer game you attended?
Everyone has a memory of their first soccer game attendance. In reality, it might not even be the game itself that you remember. A certain food or snack just sat right after eating it. A song the supporters sang rang pure in your ears. Watching everyone launch their arms in the air because of a […]
Technology
/ 869 days agoWhy soccer needs better referees, not more technology
Over the last few years, technology and Artificial Intelligence made serious advances in the world, including soccer and sport. Each month, articles and speculation arise regarding robots removing people from everyday jobs in the coming years. Consequently, that trend leaks into the beautiful game. First, goal-line technology established itself in the sport around the world. […]
Summer Friendlies
/ 897 days agoFather's Day gift ideas for the American soccer fan
It can be hard to come up with some Father's Day gift ideas. Lawn care equipment, cooking utensils or even a good old-fashioned T-shirt would work. Of course, these are just ideas. Oftentimes, these are not incredibly memorable gifts for the fathers out there. Rather, dads love soccer-oriented presents. That could be a kit, a […]
Leagues: UEFA Champions League
/ 940 days agoWho are some of soccer's forgotten players to win major trophies?
There are always those forgotten players that somehow win soccer's biggest trophies. Superstars tend to receive most of the acclaim when teams win significant silverware in the game of soccer. After all, they score winning goals or make big defensive stops during the important matches. However, soccer is a team game. Lesser known players collect […]
Leagues: EPL
/ 3661 days agoWebsite Football As Football Merging NFL And Soccer Closer Together
Many have often stated the difference between American Football and Soccer is rather profound with there being little evidence, at least on the pitch, to suggest that statement is untrue. However, a website by the name of Football as Football has rather ingeniously found a way to fuse both sports and produce completely original items of […]
Leagues: EPL
/ 3743 days agoWatching the Premier League From the West Coast of America
It's almost 5.30am Pacific time as he drives hurriedly in his dark blue Chevy S-10 to his fellow Liverpool supporting friend's house. Kick-off is nigh, and he breaks the law by checking his Twitter feed to see if the Reds have included any surprise inclusions in the lineup. Despite his lack of sleep and being […]
Leagues: MLS
/ 4449 days agoHenry's Magical Goal Takes Down the Crew
When you have seen a world class striker perform many times, either on television or in-person, you think you have seen that player do everything. Then they score an amazing highlight reel goal that makes you scratch your head and you remember their greatness. Thierry Henry is that player. In the mid-week early afternoon game […]
David Beckham
/ 4525 days agoMLS Must Show Spine and Suspend Beckham
It's finally come. After a few years of dangerous tackles and public outbursts against officials, MLS finally has a very public example of poor behavior by David Beckham that will either lead to a suspension or a discrediting of league management. Saturday night saw the best and worst of Beckham: his lovely free kick goal […]
Leagues: MLS
/ 4602 days agoUnder Further Review – Monday Morning Sweeper
MLS Review Policy to be Tested this Week Over the past few weeks, MLS players midweek have been issued suspensions or fines by the league for actions that occurred in the past. The league's new policy of reviewing harsh fouls and plays have led to the main office retroactively punishing players for deeds that were […]
Leagues: MLS
/ 4605 days agoWhy Sporting KC-RSL Isn't This Weekend's Best Match
All of the hype and eyes of the American soccer community will be on MLS Live Saturday night (yes, someone forgot to negotiate this game into NBC or ESPN's deal) as Sporting Kansas City host Real Salt Lake in the Battle of First Place Teams. With both teams playing so well, the hype is justified […]