Monthly Archives: August 2009

Mmm, my own words, Delicious….

The only thing Yanks love more than a reasonably sized hamburger is our own mouthwatering words draped in relish and mustard. Mmmm, words. But seriously, a striker in soccer has one job: score goals. What did Berbatov do today? Score … Continue reading

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5-0? Yes, 5-0. 5-0. 5-0.

Wait, you thought United would struggle against Wigan? Rooney scored two goals, Berbatov even managed a sneaky finish after a Scholes chip, and Nani got on the scoresheet for a well-taken free-kick. And to top it off, Nani played in … Continue reading

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Important Schneider Update…

ESPN reports that Wesley wants to stay at Real Madrid. He has promised to train like a professional and prove his worth. This is a bit of a gamble in a World Cup year – if he watches Kaka for … Continue reading

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The Many Tongues of Babel

I really tried not to blog about this development, but in the end I had to. Ryan Babel, Liverpool’s forward/winger has taken the bold step of becoming a rapper/soccer player. I am appalled yet bemused for several reasons. First and … Continue reading

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Links we stole when you weren't looking…

Whoa, did you just drop a five dollar bill? Why don’t you turn, bend down, pick it up, and drop your guard. Thanks for the wallet, chump! And thanks more so for these delicious links… La Liga Loca brought it … Continue reading

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Spanglish 101: Basics

Okay, this is a beginner’s class for English speakers who want to learn the basics of filthy soccer spanish. A caveat – I am  second generation Mexican American (aka “white”) engaged to a gorgeous Nicaraguan woman, and thus these posts … Continue reading

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MLS POWER POWER Rankings

The most POWERFUL team in MLS right now is the Columbus Crew. With Chad Marshall arming the warheads, their POWER is capable of destroying entire cities. Even their central defenders are contributing goals.  Robbie Rogers has also played well, although … Continue reading

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Is Cuauhtemoc Blanco really Steve Nash?

Brian Phillips quasi-liveblog of the US-Mexico game included a few somewhat unflattering descriptions of one aging icon: Cuauhtemoc Blanco. While I secretly hope/believe/suspect Brian was sarcastic, it has to be noted that Blanco is no longer the bunny-hopping, swashbuckling forward … Continue reading

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Cesc le vie

So ESPN’s reception in the UK did not impress. At least according to the Guardian’s Martin Kelner. As per usual, the excellent Sports Hernia blog predicted this exact scenario. ESPN, sadly, has become the McDonald’s of television franchises. Rather than … Continue reading

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A Chemical Overreaction…

Liverpool opened the season with a loss to the upstart Spurs. This is match one of 38. Yet, according to Ian Wright of The Sun, its time to sound the ambulance or reserve a funeral parlor. If the loss had … Continue reading

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