Soccer Blogs - latest posts

Highlights: Lazio 1 Milan 2

AC Milan Blog — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 14:01:30 GMT

(Summary is not available.)

Djorkaeff On MLS, Beckham’s Effect and More

The Offside - NY Red Bulls — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 14:01:30 GMT

Are we at all sure that Youri hasn't been hired by Red Bull already?

The French legend has been planting seeds in France, playing Red Bull ambassador in the hopes of attracting his countrymen stateside through interviews like the one he had with football-ravageur, a French footy outlet.

He has some great insights on the successes and short comings of David Beckham, the measure of MLS against other leagues and the possibility of including more French players to the league structure.

It's Not Time to Move the Crew

Match Fit USA — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 14:01:30 GMT

On Friday, following Columbus' poor showing at the gate for the second leg of their first round playoff series with Real Salt Lake, I argued that the Crew should be moved to Montreal. The reaction...

Les Bleus: Sexy in the Stands

KICKETTE — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 14:01:30 GMT

The French National team brought their well-groomed, well-dressed, well-accented selves along to the Paris Masters tennis tourny in France yesterday. image via Getty.

Regras?

Todos Somos Portugal — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 14:01:30 GMT

Os italianos da Roma não vão ceder o guarda-redes Doni e o defesa Juan `selecção brasileira, num caso muito semelhante ao que envolve Portugal e o Real Madrid, em relação a Cristiano Ronaldo.

A diferença está que, no caso brasileiro, a equipa já está apurada para o Mundial e joga dois encontros de carácter particular.

Mundial Sub-17 - Espanha 3x3 Uruguai - nos penaltis 4x2

Futebol no mundo e sua história — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 14:01:30 GMT

Jogaram em Kaduna, no Ahmadu Bello Stadium, com uma temperatura de 32º C, pelas quartas-de-final do Mundial Sub-17, as seleções da Espanha (2º no ranking da FIFA) e a seleção do Uruguai (25º no ranking da FIFA).

Antes desse jogo, as 2 seleções jogaram:
09-07-1950 - Uruguai 2x2 Espanha - Copa do Mundo
23-02-1966 - Espanha 1x1 Uruguai - Amistoso
23-05-1972 - Espanha 2x0 Uruguai - Amistoso
24-05-1978 - Uruguai 0x0 Espanha - Amistoso
13-06-1990 - Uruguai 0x0 Espanha - Copa do Mundo
18-06-1991 - Espanha 6x0 Uruguai - Mundial Sub-20
18-08-1991 - Uruguai 0x1 Espanha - Mundial Sub-17
04-09-1991 - Espanha 2x1 Uruguai - Amistoso
18-01-1995 - Espanha 2x2 Uruguai - Amistoso
17-08-2005 - Espanha 2x0 Uruguai - Amistoso
01-07-2007 - Espanha 2x2 Uruguai - Mundial Sub-20

O quarteto de arbitragem para esse jogo, foi assim escaladao:
Árbitro: Carlos BATRES-GUA
Primeiro Assistente: Leonel LEAL-CRC
Segundo Assistente: Carlos PASTRANA-HON
Quarto Árbitro: Jair MARRUFO-USA

Aos 10 minutos do primeiro tempo, cartão amarelo para a Espanha, do camisa 4, Sergio GOMEZ, jogador do Barcelona-ESP.

Good Game Bad Game [vs Birmingham City]

A Liverpool Thing — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 14:01:30 GMT

When David N'Gog scored so early on, the game opened itself perfectly for Liverpool: this was the ideal starting point, the launching pad that could lead to a much needed win. Then came the inevitable defensive lapse that resulted in a conceeded goal which was followed up by the sucker punch of Cameron Jerome's splendid but somewhat fortiuitous goal and suddenly it was a repeat of so many games this season.

Fire Announce Team Awards

Fire Confidential | ChicagoNow — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 14:01:30 GMT

Lost in the shuffle of the Fire's thrilling Eastern Conference Semifinals victory was the fact that the team announced the 2009 awards on Friday night.

Wilman Conde, Brian McBride and Logan Pause were the recipients of the honors, which included Team MVP, Team Golden Boot Winner, Team Defender of the Year and U.

Valencia on a Tear Through La Liga

La Liga Report — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 14:01:30 GMT

Valencia netted a 3-1 victory over Zaragoza on Sunday in what could be called a watershed match for the club led by David Villa. Valencia now sits at 21 points and is a mere 5 behind 1st place Barca. Now that the Top 4 teams are within 5 points of one another we can really see a race developing at the top of the Table for the Premier Division.

Playoff SuperClasico, in photos

American Soccer News — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 14:01:30 GMT

ASN's Craig Bennett was at Home Depot Center Sunday evening gathering photographic evidence from the return leg of the LA Galaxy v Chivas USA playoff matchup. (Read the match report).

Proceed to the photo gallery.

All photos ©ASN/Craig Bennett, 112575 Media Inc.

Chelsea to Make Huge £45m January Bid for Franck Ribery

Caught Offside — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 14:01:30 GMT

Ancelotti aims to bring in 'Marquee' Signing in forthcoming transfer window.

Portsmouth vs Chelsea Tickets Still Available!

Join Our Facebook Fan Page for the Latest News/Rumours/Forums/Videos/WAGS/Funny Stuff/Features!

Chelsea back in the hunt for Bayern Munich winger Franck Ribery

Chelsea have made Franck Ribery their top transfer target and hope to sign the France international when the January window opens.

Arsenal Close In On Talented £15m Playmaker Ozil: Top Notch Player

Caught Offside — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 14:01:30 GMT

Wenger keeps eye on German youngster who is having a great Bundesliga season.

Join Our Facebook Fan Page for the Latest News/Rumours/Forums/Videos/WAGS/Funny Stuff/Features!

Arsenal are planning for life without Cesc Fabregas by lining up a £15 million swoop for Germany playmaker Mesut Ozil.

(video gol) Calcio, Premier: Liverpool-Birmingham City 2-2. Solo un pari per i Reds. ...

CitySport...un Mondo nuovo... — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 14:01:30 GMT

(video gol highlights di Liverpool-Birmingham City)

Nel classico "Monday night", il posticipo della Premier League, deludente pari (il primo stagionale) per il Liverpool che viene stoppato in casa, per due a due dal Birmingham City. L'undici di Benitez passa in vantaggio al 13' con una violenta conclusione, da distanza ravvicinata, di Ngog, ma subisce il pareggio ospite al 26' (realizzato da Benitez, omonimo del coach spagnolo del Liverpool) e, addirittura, la rete di Jerome che regala, al terzo minuto di recupero, il sorpasso ai biancocelesti.

Hey calm down, calm down!

Newcastle United Blog - NUFC news, blogs and debate. — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 14:01:30 GMT

strong>It's been reported that Newcastle have agreed to bring in Ampersand, a Liverpool-based marketing agency, in order to push for new sponsorship. Amid the furore which followed Ashley's latest ill-timed and ill-fated decison to rename St James', it would seem the deal was agreed based on Ampersand impressing the board with their work which went [.

A Round Up of all Things Arsenal

All Four One, and One Four All! — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 14:01:30 GMT

Forgive my prolonged absence. It is absolutely unpardonable, though fact is that the average arsefan has had so much more than just my small space to keep them entertained over the past couple of weeks which have been fantastic. The Arsenal has posted its Q1 results and they have been emphatic.

The fastest goal ever just got faster...

Soccerblog — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 14:01:30 GMT

A 21-year-old Saudi striker Nawaf Al Abed scored the definitive fastest goal ever recorded in a professional football match. The match was played between Al Hilal and Al Shoalah and he scored from the halfline for Al Hilal 2 seconds after kickoff.The ref had just about finished blowing the whistle to indicate the start of the game when he had to blow it again.

A few things...

No Short Corners — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 14:01:30 GMT

Later today, I will have that 'fun Premier League post' that I promised was coming a few weeks back. Sean and I put it together with a couple of NSC pals. Took a little longer than expected, but it's ready now...#1 - I've posted my Q&A with USMNT/IK Start defender Clarence Goodson, who I had somehow had never interviewed before last week.

Some thoughts about Indonesia Under 19s v Singapore

Jakarta Casual — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 14:01:30 GMT

Everyone I have spoken to or who has texted me says the same thing. That Indonesia were crap and that the Uruguay adventure has been a waste of time and money. So there you have it. Everyone says it so it must be true.

But before I jump on that particular bandwagon...

The opening 15 or 20 minutes were as good as anything I've seen from any Indonesian football team since I took up my computer to begin these rambles.

Mais um que abandona o Sporting...

Futebol bonito — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 14:01:30 GMT

(Summary is not available.)

Will Landon Donovan move to Europe in the winter transfer window?

The 90th Minute Soccer Blog — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 14:01:30 GMT

Landon Donovan has been regarded the best USA outfield player in the last few years. He's the all-time leading goalscorer for the national team and has been one of the top players in MLS for several years. While there are many who criticize Donovan, there's no denying that he has the ability to play in one of the top leagues in Europe.

Hail Sir Alex Ferguson

EPL Talk — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 14:01:30 GMT

The most eagerly waited fixture in the EPL so far took place on Sunday 8 November when champions Manchester United took on potential challengers Chelsea at fortress Stamford Bridge. So much talking about Chelsea form lately and the run they are on, Manchester United injury list was a major talking point with world's best centre back partnership in the shape of Vidic & Rio Ferdinand both sidelined, though Vidic was on the bench but unable to start to game.

Shocking Truth About Man United Boss Sir Alex’s Special Relationship With Refs!

Caught Offside — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 14:01:30 GMT

As always Studs Up manages to highlight a topical issue of the day be way of an amusing sketch, this one is also more than a little creepy! CLICK HERE to see the comic.

VIDEO: The goal we should all be talking about

The Beautiful Game (2) — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 14:01:30 GMT

Cameron Jerome's wonder goal in the 45th minute should be the talk of the soccer world today.

A goal that should've been an unlikely winner for Birmingham at Anfield.

Instead Liverpool benefits from cheating and gets an undeserved draw at home.

Surely that axe is inches above Rafa's neck now.

US Soccer’s Seven Deadly Sins: Pride

Soccer Tickets Online — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 14:01:30 GMT

The Sin: Pride is often called the "ultimate sin" because it leads to so many of the other sins. According to Proverbs 16:18, "Pride goeth before destruction". It's true, too. I define "pride" as the unwillingness to view one's own abilities objectively, or to put it bluntly insincere self-respect.

Tosic will fight for a spot at United

Premiership Talk Blog — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 14:01:30 GMT

Manchester United winger Zoran Tosic has vowed to fight on at the club in a bid to find a first team spot. Tosic was signed by United in January in a double swoop that also involved Adem Ljajic, but Tosic has yet to make an impact at Old Trafford while fellow Serb Ljajic bids his time at Partizan Belgrade on loan.

Calciopoli riapre e Moggi tuona contro i giornalisti: "Condizionati al momento del ...

CitySport...un Mondo nuovo... — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 14:01:30 GMT

Riapre Calciopoli, con una nuova udienza al Tribunale di Napoli. E uno dei grandi inquisiti dell'epoca, "Big" Luciano Moggi, torna a parlare e a "tuonare". Questa volta nell'occhio del ciclone ci finisce la stampa. Infatti, in una deposizione spontanea, resa in merito alle dichiarazioni di Martino, ex segretario Can, che accusava un giornalista sportivo di essere condizionato nella scelta della pallina da sorteggiare da un colpo di tosse di Pairetto, .

Ronaldo Not the Dancing Type

La Liga Report — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 14:01:30 GMT

Cristiano Ronaldo takes his football seriously. How do I know this? Because he is one of the best footballers in the entire world. So when you are one of the best you don't want anyone to challenge your dedication to your craft, right? Well Cristiano Ronaldo is no different then anyone.

Results – 7th / 9th November

Part-time Pundit — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 14:01:30 GMT

A shocking weekend of result picking by yours truly, however I can't all but feel too bad... Liverpool's weekend was even worse! At least I managed more than 1 point! Hand's up if you're convinced, as I am, that the whole Liverpool squad committed some form of high treason in ...

Johan Cruyff's presentation as "national" team manager

Euro 2008 on World Cup Blog — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 14:01:30 GMT

This is the picture that was promised to the Oranje fans in 1990 and 1994... Obviously, with a naranjita jersey, but hey... It's 2009 now... 19 years onwards and the Catalans are loved more by the Football Gods than the Dutch... A great day for them, a sad day for us :-). And

“You Have No MAH-BLES”

Oh, You Beauty... — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 14:01:30 GMT

I probably filled my quota of Major League references with the one about Jobu a few weeks ago. I apologize to international readers and those who aren't connoisseurs of marvelously cheesy sports movies, but this is too apt. Plus, it's Major League 2.

Just like weak-hitting, voodoo apostate Pedro Cerrano, right now, Liverpool has no marbles.