Sunderland has unveiled their new away shirt for the 2012-13 season, as well as a new shirt sponsor. The new Sunderland away shirt is blue with cyan trim. The shirt sponsor, according to Sunderland's website, "aims to promote the continent's credentials as a key global business destination along with offering businesses across the North East […]

The word for the day is depression. But life goes on. Here's the latest Euro 2012 news headlines. Paul Scholes is England's Pirlo, says Michael Owen — Manchester Evening News Spain won't change despite 'boring' tag, says Xabi Alonso — The Guardian Euro 2012 a Hit for TSN in Canada — Canadian Sports Media Blog […]

It was a fantastic Sunday night at Red Bull Arena as a sold out crowd came to see the oldest rivalry in the league, going strong since 1996. The last time these two sides met down in our Nation’s Capital it was a Chris Pontius hat trick that took down the New York Red Bulls, and […]

It's painful to realize that England was probably a penalty away from winning the semi-final against Italy. If Ashley Young's penalty had gone under the crossbar, I have no doubt that England would have gone to win the shootout. The pressure would have been heaped back on Italy, who may have made another mistake. And […]

Soccer can be a cruel sport. Dominance doesn't always equal points, and the last two matches at PPL Park have proven that. After being zapped late by D.C. United to lose 1-0 last weekend while dominating possession and shots taken, the Philadelphia Union turned the tables on visiting Sporting Kansas City last night. The Union […]

If you could name the most important topic for discussion that has concerned you and everyone else involving the game of soccer, a few different themes would come to the surface. Racism is obviously a hot button item, as is financial stability in various leagues and confederations. But arguably the most controversial issue which directly […]

England vs Italy 2:45pm ET TV schedule Buy England and Italy shirts England team: Hart, Johnson, Terry, Lescott, Cole, Milner, Parker, Gerrard, Young, Rooney and Welbeck. Two titans of international football will square off on Sunday as the redemptive Three Lions take on the experienced Italians. With a date with Germany in the semifinals, both teams are going to want […]

As a child and young adult, I loved Panini stickers. They were a perfect combination of things I love including soccer and collecting. As I've grown older, though, the love for collecting Panini soccer stickers — whether it's for World Cup or European Championship tournaments — has remained strong. But now, as a father, I […]

Okay England fans, take a deep breath. We're almost there. For many of us, this will be the match of the tournament. The good news is that England is as best prepared for this match as they'll ever be. They are no injury doubts, and the team has a game plan. The only thing in […]

Against Italy and France, Vicente del Bosque has lined his world champions up in a formation with four defenders and six midfielders (4-6-0). While this tactic may well be the future of world football, it has various flaws that must be ironed out in order for it to work wonders. Barcelona have played with one […]

The pressure and expectation that has burdened many an England side at major tournaments in the past seems to have been alleviated under Roy Hodgson. There weren’t many who had England as their tip to win these Championships. There were many who thought they be departing after the group stage. With a new manager, key […]

Spain vs France: 2:45pm ET TV schedule Buy Spain and France shirts Many soccer fans will be salivating over today's match between France and Spain. If you like your soccer served on a platter of attractive football, with the ball skimming the grass for the majority of the game, this could end up being one of the most entertaining matches […]

Wayne Rooney's match-winner against Ukraine seemed to temper a meaningful critical review of his return. Rusty with his first touch and flashing a footballing mind working quicker than his out-of-practice reflexes, the tournament debit showed he wasn't far from being his usual self, even if he clearly was not ready to write his legend. The […]

If you wanted a weekend of quality soccer, you've got it — with France against Spain today, and Italy versus England tomorrow. There is nothing better! When you get a chance, be sure to catch up on any of the Euro Talk podcast episodes — daily goodness from Laurence, Kartik, Kristan, Morgan and Matt. Meanwhile, […]

Scottish football is currently at a pivotal moment in its illustrious history. While the Scottish National Team has taken a dip (as evidenced by the thrashing the United States awarded the Scots in May), their Premier League has continued to be a mid-level league in Europe. The fate of one club, Rangers F.C., not only […]