Thursday, April 7, 2011
Monday, March 21, 2011
CD 9 scores 2 goals in MLS return debut
I'm not saying we going to win the MLS Cup next year, but at least we have someone scoring goals.
Monday, March 7, 2011
A Perfect Sunday
I am an American Liverpool fan. I have no real ties to this team. No family from Merseyside, nor have i had the chance to go see jolly old England yet. But i can honestly say since seeing them play in the champions league final in 2005 I didn't have a doubt in my mind that they would be my team. I had dabbled off and on into soccer previously. Only really a passing interest that would wax and wane with the coming World Cups. I had even caught glimpses of my future team on television before though not taking the time to appreciate the subtleties. In 2005 on that night in Istanbul i saw the grit and determination that i would want any team in any sport to play with. A fire was lit inside me that day one that gives me clarity and focus in the matters of European sport. Despite "sexier" teams building squads thru powerful pocketbooks and established farm systems, I will not waver in my belief that Liverpool Football Club is the one that best represents me and what i stand for. Not just on the field but in the stands and in the ideals that all Liverpool fans hold dear. It is not a closed off elitist view of the world or some made up nike slogan about the beautiful game. It is a genuine warmth and unity throughout the whole community of fans. "You'll Never Walk Alone" is not just the anthem it's the basis for something greater, something to build on everyday.
It is always hard to wake up at 7:30am. The only thing that eases a blow like that is to know that i am waking up for a chance to see my team play against their greatest rival. This is the Sunday that Liverpool face Manure and Sir Alex Turdeson. This is always an important match but this Sunday's of particular importance being that the Reds have a chance to hurt manure's shot at the title. And more importantly in my eyes winning a fight in the larger battle of good vs. evil and the many impacts it could have on our souls and as human beings. I will not be giving a recap of the match or going over the highlights( I would hope that any interested parties have already seen the necessary footage or hopefully the entire match). But i will say that no matter what the weather may have been in reality it was 75f and sunny until about midnight that evening. The kind of beating Liverpool put on the scumlords was one that should be passed on and told for generations to come. With no lack of stars pitting their wits against one another, it was the consummate unsung hero who's name was sung the loudest. Dirk Kuyt I thank you personally for making my Sunday, my weekend, my week about as spectacular as it could possibly be(aside from money falling and hitting me in the face).
oh yeah and
"You're Manchester United and you'll do what you're told"
It is always hard to wake up at 7:30am. The only thing that eases a blow like that is to know that i am waking up for a chance to see my team play against their greatest rival. This is the Sunday that Liverpool face Manure and Sir Alex Turdeson. This is always an important match but this Sunday's of particular importance being that the Reds have a chance to hurt manure's shot at the title. And more importantly in my eyes winning a fight in the larger battle of good vs. evil and the many impacts it could have on our souls and as human beings. I will not be giving a recap of the match or going over the highlights( I would hope that any interested parties have already seen the necessary footage or hopefully the entire match). But i will say that no matter what the weather may have been in reality it was 75f and sunny until about midnight that evening. The kind of beating Liverpool put on the scumlords was one that should be passed on and told for generations to come. With no lack of stars pitting their wits against one another, it was the consummate unsung hero who's name was sung the loudest. Dirk Kuyt I thank you personally for making my Sunday, my weekend, my week about as spectacular as it could possibly be(aside from money falling and hitting me in the face).
oh yeah and
"You're Manchester United and you'll do what you're told"
Wednesday, March 2, 2011
Cmon Fergie big girls don't cry.
So after a very physical and well contested match between the two most recent English title holders Sir Alex Ferguson had his axe out again to chop off the head of another match official he disagreed with. Though few can dispute David Luiz was fortunate not to be handed a second card, but you could also argue that Manchester captain Vidic been sent off much sooner than he did.
Friday, February 25, 2011
Thursday, February 24, 2011
Marc Albrighton
I would love for Liverpool to seriously consider this boy for a transfer in summer. He's got pace for days and isn't afraid to dribble and cut inside to shoot when necessary.
Sunday, February 20, 2011
Champions League knockout round week 1
Sorry for the slow updating alot of craziness going on this week. So on to the fixtures;
This weeks action was kicked off in the San Siro where Milan pitted wits against European newcomers Tottenham. And despite the match taking place in Italy the Rossoneri were not clear cut favorites. The first half began with Spurs gaining possession and momentum and really putting intense pressure on the aging Milan back four. Even with the absence of Welsh wonderkid Gareth Bale the London side looked the most dangerous in that first period. The speed and precision passing play of Spurs left the Italians looking bewildered for much of the game. Robinho and Zlatan lacked any sharpness and were easily frustrated aside from a few slight chances. Spurs were very unlucky to not have taken the lead in the first half, but it was no surprise when Aaron Lennon leapt past a diving Yepes and slid a smart ball over to the big man Crouch for an easy finish. The English club will be the favorite moving on to the next leg in London are my darkhorse to progress through to the semifinal.
The other matchup on Tuesday saw former Madrid great Raul play his first game back in his home country. This was an interesting side-billing of two bridesmaid champions league sides, Schalke and Valencia. The early goings were dominated by the German side and their persistence was almost rewarded in the 10th minute when Huntelaar whiffed on a terrible strike at goal. The home side went from feeling lucky to justified when just 7 minutes later Soldado latched onto a cross from Mathieu with a very nice finish. The game then swayed back and forth for rest of the first half with intense battles between Howedes and Banega for possession in the midfield. The second half was started at a very competitive pace with both teams looking to push for more goals. But it was the Spaniard Raul who slotted home a nice pass from Jurado to put both teams level and making the second leg in Germany a game that will hopefully be played with the same intensity and desire.
The Wednesday games were obviously highlighted by one game in particular, but those who overlooked the AS Roma vs. FC Shakhtar Donetsk missed out on a fantastic upset. The Shakhtar side full of relative unknowns manged to stun a Roma side that must feel the window closing right in front of them. Despite a late goal from Jeremy Menez the Ukrainian side must feel extremely confident going back home for the 2nd leg. With the final score looking closer than the game really was at 3-2.
On to the fixture everyone was salivating over. The rematch from last years knockout phase pitting Barcelona against an Arsenal side reeling over a 4 goal comeback on them just one week prior. The game being played in the Emirates began with Barcelona looking deadly and dictating pace. The Catalan side was very unlucky to not score sooner than they did when David Villa finally slotted one home past keeper Szczesny in the 26th minute. The rest of the first half was played out in a stalemate with both sides struggling to get solid chances at goal. The second half began slowly with both sides eager to find some kind of advantage to build on. Barcelona again struggled with chances that normally are easy goals for the likes of Messi and Villa both coming up short. The game then started to shift in about the 65th minute Arsenal began to move the ball the way Wenger has taught them to do. Then in the 78th minute their hard work paid off with Van Persie sliding a half a chance between Valdez and his near post. A shot that maybe 8 out of 10 hits the post left the Spanish number 3 looking foolish, and causing Barca to further regret their inability to put the game away when they had the chance. Momentum was building with the crowd behind them, and in the 83rd minute the much maligned Andrey Arshavin struck against the grain on the Barca keeper again leaving him standing still. It was a result that a week earlier was looking very unlikely, but should have the gunners feeling very positive heading to the Camp Nou in 3 weeks time.
It should be an exciting couple of fixtures forthcoming.
This weeks action was kicked off in the San Siro where Milan pitted wits against European newcomers Tottenham. And despite the match taking place in Italy the Rossoneri were not clear cut favorites. The first half began with Spurs gaining possession and momentum and really putting intense pressure on the aging Milan back four. Even with the absence of Welsh wonderkid Gareth Bale the London side looked the most dangerous in that first period. The speed and precision passing play of Spurs left the Italians looking bewildered for much of the game. Robinho and Zlatan lacked any sharpness and were easily frustrated aside from a few slight chances. Spurs were very unlucky to not have taken the lead in the first half, but it was no surprise when Aaron Lennon leapt past a diving Yepes and slid a smart ball over to the big man Crouch for an easy finish. The English club will be the favorite moving on to the next leg in London are my darkhorse to progress through to the semifinal.
The other matchup on Tuesday saw former Madrid great Raul play his first game back in his home country. This was an interesting side-billing of two bridesmaid champions league sides, Schalke and Valencia. The early goings were dominated by the German side and their persistence was almost rewarded in the 10th minute when Huntelaar whiffed on a terrible strike at goal. The home side went from feeling lucky to justified when just 7 minutes later Soldado latched onto a cross from Mathieu with a very nice finish. The game then swayed back and forth for rest of the first half with intense battles between Howedes and Banega for possession in the midfield. The second half was started at a very competitive pace with both teams looking to push for more goals. But it was the Spaniard Raul who slotted home a nice pass from Jurado to put both teams level and making the second leg in Germany a game that will hopefully be played with the same intensity and desire.
The Wednesday games were obviously highlighted by one game in particular, but those who overlooked the AS Roma vs. FC Shakhtar Donetsk missed out on a fantastic upset. The Shakhtar side full of relative unknowns manged to stun a Roma side that must feel the window closing right in front of them. Despite a late goal from Jeremy Menez the Ukrainian side must feel extremely confident going back home for the 2nd leg. With the final score looking closer than the game really was at 3-2.
On to the fixture everyone was salivating over. The rematch from last years knockout phase pitting Barcelona against an Arsenal side reeling over a 4 goal comeback on them just one week prior. The game being played in the Emirates began with Barcelona looking deadly and dictating pace. The Catalan side was very unlucky to not score sooner than they did when David Villa finally slotted one home past keeper Szczesny in the 26th minute. The rest of the first half was played out in a stalemate with both sides struggling to get solid chances at goal. The second half began slowly with both sides eager to find some kind of advantage to build on. Barcelona again struggled with chances that normally are easy goals for the likes of Messi and Villa both coming up short. The game then started to shift in about the 65th minute Arsenal began to move the ball the way Wenger has taught them to do. Then in the 78th minute their hard work paid off with Van Persie sliding a half a chance between Valdez and his near post. A shot that maybe 8 out of 10 hits the post left the Spanish number 3 looking foolish, and causing Barca to further regret their inability to put the game away when they had the chance. Momentum was building with the crowd behind them, and in the 83rd minute the much maligned Andrey Arshavin struck against the grain on the Barca keeper again leaving him standing still. It was a result that a week earlier was looking very unlikely, but should have the gunners feeling very positive heading to the Camp Nou in 3 weeks time.
It should be an exciting couple of fixtures forthcoming.
Friday, February 18, 2011
"The Guarani Messi" Someone please sign this KID!!
Juan Manual Iturbe (born on June 4th, 1993) is an 17 year old Argentinian-Paraguayan footballer. Known as the "Paraguayan Messi" he currently plays for Cerro Porteno in the Copa Libertadores and for Argentina in the U-20 South American tournament. Most recent match was with Cerro Porteno (PAR) vs Colo Colo (CHI) where he scored twice to seal a 5 - 2 victory for the Paraguayan club. Signed on a free transfer move to Argentinian club Quilmes on August 2010.
BARCELONA NEEDS TO PLEASE SIGN THIS KID UP NOW!!!!!
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