Monthly Archives: September 2009

Spain v. Belgium – Player Ratings

Not everyone has great ideas all the time. That is simply too much to ask. For his genius in science, art, and engineering, DaVinci was a chronic procrastinator. The Spaniards likewise slept a siesta of a first half – but … Continue reading

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The Weekend in…Text?

Due to Futfanatico´s strategic relocation to the land of Spanish-speakery, the viewing of futbol has increased dramatically, but internet access has dropped exponentially. Expect less photos, but more inappropriate false cognates. Ahem. Unlike the Yanks stuck on the mainland, I … Continue reading

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Awkward Captures – Maradonna Last Words?

An apology to those of you who have not been following the Spanglish lesson plan, but this interview with Maradona was too priceless to pass up. Consider it a pop quiz. And at the least, you can enjoy the sight … Continue reading

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Spanglish 103: Gooooooooool

Alright folks, I have some bad news. Sortof. The Spanglish classes are just a tad too popular and the hosting company has sent me some emails. I am also weary of being “the cool professor.” Are the notes written and … Continue reading

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Yanked Abroad – Adu & Pearce

The transfer deadline produced two moves which will shake the world little, but rocked the US national team boat. The good news: Freddy Adu and Heath Pearce appear primed to get minutes. The bad news: they must bravely navigate the … Continue reading

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Casillas – Caution when Handling…

Goalies have a love-hate relationship with the soccer ball. On the one hand. when it stays out of their net, they find themselves exuberant. For every minute that passes in such a pristine state, their warmth and joy grow exponentially. … Continue reading

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Yuri Petrov has Passed…Away

Perhaps you don’t remember Yuri Petrov. Perhaps you never got to know him, the real him. But for those of us close to Petrov, or at least followed him closely, this is devastating. An Ukranian-born soccer player who plied his … Continue reading

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