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Massimiliano Allegri Returns To Face Cagliari

The Serie A will be resuming tomorrow, when a fresh slate of midweek games will be played. There are many interesting fixtures, but the one which I'm really looking forward to is Cagliari – AC Milan. AC Milan coach Massimiliano Allegri will be returning to his former club at the Stadio Sant'Elia, and he'll be […]

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Americans Abroad, Part 2: Major League Soccer Talk Podcast

Whereas yesterday Christopher Riordan and myself focused on the United States players lying their trade in England, to day we start to diversify our focus, looking toward continental Europe but focusing on some of the more overlooked leagues. Whereas tomorrow we'll discuss those players who've taken their talents to the big four leagues of the […]

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English Premier League Review, Mid-Week: EPL Talk Podcast

Only one of the English Premier League's top six clubs entering mid-week action came away with three points from Tuesday and Wednesday fixtures, and unfortunately for those looking for the title race to stay as close as possible, that club was league-leading Manchester United, winning 2-1 on Tuesday versus Stoke. While Manchester City enticed Arsenal […]

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Mr. Hodgson Or: How We Learned To Stop Worrying And Blame The Manager

The manager has risen from club secretary to official face of the club since the creation of football teams worldwide. He has moved from the man that kept the record books to man that is larger than the football team he manages. Commentators and pundits refer to Ferguson's United or Wenger's beautiful, passing football. He […]

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Did Steven Gerrard Miss His Penalty Kick On Purpose?

Video: PL Highlights: Blackburn/Liverpool Watching Steven Gerrard walk up to the spot to take the penalty late in the game against Blackburn Rovers, I was confident he would score for Liverpool. When faced with adversity, Gerrard often rises to the occasion. Earlier in the season, Gerrard cooly slotted home a penalty against fiercest rivals Manchester […]

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FA Cup Upsets and Cupsets #3 – Sutton v Coventry 1989

Winning the 1987 FA Cup is one of the most illustrious achievements in Coventry City's history, however just eighteen months later they were the victim's of one of the greatest upsets in the competitions history. At the time Coventry were an entrenched top flight side and despite an away draw the Midlands side would have […]

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Premier League Live Blog: Arsenal v Man City and 6 Other EPL Matches

Hi all EPL Talk readers, Join me at 2:30 PM ET for a live blog of the seven matches being played this afternoon, highlighted by the Arsenal v Manchester City match on ESPN2. Other matches include: Aston Villa v Sunderland Newcastle v West Ham Wolves v Chelsea Blackburn v Liverpool Bolton v Wigan Everton v […]

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Premier League Links Of The Day: January 5, 2011

Apparently EPL coaches aren't in favor of adding Ronaldinho to their club. Here's the links: Macheda to Sampdoria [The Scotsman] Asian Cup preview [Gib Football Show] Unrest in Ivory Coast [Unprofessional Foul] Rossi want's to play at Chelsea [Sport] Nani earns United three [Four Four Two] Everton need a boost [A Football Report] Fantasy notes […]

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Poll: Who Will Win Today, Arsenal or Manchester City?

[polldaddy poll=4340620] Today's match between Arsenal and Manchester City could be a turning point in the season for either club. Arsene Wenger is painting it as a battle of a team that goes out and buys players compared to his club, who nurtures players through the youth ranks and buys the occasional player when there's […]

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Insight Communications Adds Fox Soccer Channel HD To Lineup

The nation's 13th largest multiple system operator has just pleased soccer fans in a few major markets in Kentucky and Ohio. Insight Communications, offering cable, Internet and phone service, has recently added Fox Soccer Channel HD to its already broad selection of high-definition channel offerings. Headquartered in New York City, the $1.26 billion revenue-generating company took some […]

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Americans Abroad, Part 1: Major League Soccer Talk Podcast

There was a time when coverage of United States' players outside Major League Soccer could have fit into one podcast. The growing influence of the U.S.'s best on the global games means my co-host, Christopher Riordan, and myself will have a series of shows this week discussing those players in or on the fringe of […]

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ESPN2 Breaks Record for Most Viewed EPL Game In US History

ESPN2's live broadcast of Arsenal against Chelsea on Monday, December 27 was the most watched Premier League game in U.S. history. The match, which was broadcast from 3-5pm ET, garnered a 0.5 rating and was viewed by an estimated viewing audience of 610,000. In comparison, the 2010 MLS Cup Final between Colorado Rapids and FC […]

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Time for South Florida Soccer Fans to Stand Up and Meet Don Garber

Apologies to the rest of the world, but I have an important announcement for soccer fans in South Florida. If you're reading this and you're in the area this weekend, it's time for you to stand up and show how much you love soccer by meeting with Major League Soccer Commissioner Don Garber this Saturday, […]

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Berhalter Re-Signs With Galaxy To Become Player-Assistant Coach

On Tuesday afternoon the Los Angeles Galaxy came to terms with veteran defender Greeg Berhalter and re-signed him to a one year contract. With this new signing, Berhalter became the first player in team history to serve as player and assistant coach. “We are very excited to have re-signed Gregg Berhalter and look forward to […]

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Manchester United 2-1 Stoke City – Spotlight Match Review

Old Trafford hosted the midweek Premier League duel between Manchester United and visiting Stoke City. United have been soaring, tied with crosstown City with two games in hand, and they haven't experienced a defeat this season. Stoke had won two of the last three matches and started the day in 8th place, looking to prove […]