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Top Soccer Stories Of The Day – 31 March 2012
A recap of La Liga, Man City drops points at home, Russian side Anzhi’s ambitious plans to splash money in the summer transfer window, and much more lead today’s top stories. Links for all stories below will open in a new window. Man City salvages a draw but drops points in EPL title race (ESPNSoccernet.com) A recap [...]
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Top Soccer Stories Of The Day – 30 March 2012
Man City to bid for Ronaldo, Luke Rodgers exits MLS, an update on Fabrice Muamba, Villa captain Petrov diagnosed with a serious illness, and much more lead today’s top stories. Links for all stories below will open in a new window. Aston Villa captain Stiliyan Petrov diagnosed with Acute Leukaemia (AVFC.co.uk) Arsenal Manger Arsene Wenger give [...]
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FIFA World Rankings – 7 March 2012
The latest FIFA World Rankings are out and Spain continues to be on the top spot. There is a bit of change in the top 5 as the Netherlands move up to 2nd and Germany moves down to 3rd. Brazil rounds out the top five by moving up two spots while fellow South American side [...]
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The 90th Minute Podcast – Episode 17 – Jeff Carlisle Talks USA & MLS
In Episode 17 of the podcast, ESPN.com’s Jeff Carlisle talks about the upcoming MLS season and the USA National Team. First, Jeff gives his thoughts on the LA Galaxy’s chances heading into the 2012 season. After that, he talks about the US Men’s National Team with a detailed look at the possible roster for the [...]
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USA 2014 World Cup Squad Projection – Version 1.5
It’s been a few months since the initial projection and it’s changed a bit with several friendlies taking place. Overall, the core of the team remains the same with the final spots still unclear. This projection is of what the team (23 man squad) will be for the World Cup (in 2014) and not during [...]
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Lionel Messi Wins 2011 FIFA Ballon d’Or For Third Straight Year
FC Barcelona’s Lionel Messi has once again won the FIFA Ballon d’or, which is awarded to the top player. Messi, who led Barcelona to the La Liga and UEFA Champions League trophies, was the clear favorite heading into today’s ceremony. Cristiano Ronaldo finished 2nd to Messi while teammate Xavi Hernandez finished third in voting for [...]
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The Worst Of 2011 Soccer Awards: Torres, Blatter, and More
It was a year of good and bad for the beautiful game. As 2012 nears, it’s time to reflect on this past year in the world of soccer. Who was the worst transfer, the worst moment, miss, and more? Below is my list of the worst of 2011 soccer awards. Worst Transfer - Fernando Torres This [...]
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Santos FC 0-4 FC Barcelona – Recap & Match Stats – FIFA Club World Cup – 18 December 2011
FC Barcelona defeated Santos FC 4-0 in the 2011 FIFA Club World Cup final on Sunday, December 17, 2011. Santos FC 0-4 FC Barcelona Recap Barcelona won their second FIFA Club World Cup trophy in three years as they dominated Brazilian side Santos. The Spanish side were once against led by the Argentine Lionel Messi [...]
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Three Ways To Improve The FIFA Club World Cup
The FIFA Club World Cup, an annual competition between the top clubs in each region, is currently taking place in Japan. The 2011 edition is the 8th of the tournament and despite having clubs like Barcelona and Santos, it’s usually not viewed as that prestigious. How can the tournament be improved on and off the [...]
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AFC 2014 FIFA World Cup Qualifying Match Predictions – 15 November 2011
Below are predictions for all the AFC 2014 FIFA World Cup Qualifying matches on Tuesday, November 15, 2011. Times listed below are GMT or local UK time. AFC 2014 World Cup Qualifying Match Predictions Tuesday, 15 November 2011 Thailand v Australia, 11:00 – Australia wins 3-1 Singapore v China, 11:30 – 1-1 Draw Indonesia v [...]