Category Archives: Real Madrid

Pepe – the Deserving Face of UEFA’s Financial Fair Play

Posted on February 2, 2012 by Elliott

Batman without the bat signal. Superman sans the cape. Mr. Clean without that rough and tumble earring. Every hero needs an icon. And justice, a diffuse concept that is not easily grasped by materialistic minds, needs a hero. Always. Since … Continue reading →

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Proudly Presenting the Bitter Barcelona Pic Caption Contest

Posted on February 1, 2012 by Elliott

Have heart Real Madrid faithful, the Phoenix shall rise from the ashes. Barcelona‘s roster will age, wither, and eventually lose to us on a more regular basis. However, until then, we must cope. Seven points give us solace, but not … Continue reading →

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Barcelona vs. Real Madrid As Explained By A Trite Journalist

Posted on January 26, 2012 by Elliott

So, in case you have resided in a cave on the large rock in outer space formerly known as planet Pluto, Real Madrid played Barcelona in the 2nd leg of the Copa del Rey. Based on secondhand accounts, ’twas a … Continue reading →

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Drum Roll Please – Proudly Announcing Award Winner…

Posted on December 12, 2011 by Elliott

I am beyond elated. When I first started blogging, my goals were simple: break transfer rumors, injury reports, starting elevens, and try to bring a little of ESPN-guys-yelling-in-suits to the blogosphere. Since that fateful afternoon several years ago when I … Continue reading →

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The ULTIMATE Cristiano Ronaldo and Leo Messi Comparison

Posted on December 7, 2011 by Elliott

The current possession era of soccer, with goalscoring wingers and almost invisible false nine forwards, has placed a premium on passing stats and yawn yawn yawn. Okay, I wrote a soccer-based Cristiano and Leo comparison several months ago. Most of … Continue reading →

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Real Madrid v. Barcelona: A Glance Back at Past Pasillos

Posted on December 5, 2011 by Elliott

Pasillo is the Spanish term for “hallway.” However, in the world of La Liga, it has a secondary meaning: guard of honor. After a team wins either La Liga or the Copa del Rey, at the very start of their … Continue reading →

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OWN GOALS – the accursed, huggable, imperalist Americans

Posted on November 24, 2011 by Elliott

Don’t you just hate those arrogant, talented, supremely handsome Americans? Me too. Well, this American had the pleasure of writing for and speaking with some friends from across the Atlantic, and the results were marvelous. At least in my humble … Continue reading →

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Horrific Tragedy Bootstrapped to Champions League Recap

Posted on November 23, 2011 by Elliott

This past weekend, a German referee attempted to commit suicide. CNN reported on this tragedy, and also managed to sneak in the same article some game recaps. Tactful! The Guardian did one better, reporting racism charges against Luis Suarez while … Continue reading →

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Ferenc Puskas Doesn’t Reflect Upon FIFA Reform or Awards

Posted on November 3, 2011 by Elliott

November 2nd is a special day for many Mexicans, Hispanics in the US, and lots of Central Americans. While most Americans have purchased candy by the bucket, South of the border cemeteries fill with the living. And the living bring … Continue reading →

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Barcelona vs. Real Madrid – the Predictions to Bet a House On

Posted on August 17, 2011 by Elliott

I will keep this short and sweet in the interest of time. FIRST and foremost, Xavi’s hair will look like an iguana. No, I don’t refer to that pet iguana you had in grade school that eventually died because you … Continue reading →

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