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The 90th Minute Podcast – Episode 10 – Jeff Carlisle Talks MLS, Beckham, Donovan, and USMNT
In Episode 10 of our podcast, we talk with ESPN.com writer Jeff Carlisle who gives his thoughts on the MLS Cup Final and the future of David Beckham. Jeff (@jeffreycarlisle on twitter) also discusses the USA National Team and Olympic tournament at London 2012. You can listen to the episode at the embedded player below [...]
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The 90th Minute Podcast – Episode 9 – Martin Rogers Previews 2011 MLS Cup Final
In Episode 9 of our podcast, we talk with Yahoo! Sports Martin Rogers to preview the MLS Cup Final between the LA Galaxy and Houston Dynamo. Martin (@mrogersyahoo on twitter) also gives his thoughts on David Beckham’s future and whether he’ll return to MLS or play in Europe. You can listen to the episode at [...]
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Why David Beckham Will Stay In MLS Next Season
With the 2011 MLS season nearing its end, David Beckham future becomes reason for speculation and rumor. The Englishman had a rocky start in LA but has been a significant part of turning the franchise from worst to first. There’s been talk of Beckham moving back to England or somewhere else in Europe but will [...]
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Wayne Rooney Suspended UEFA Euro 2012 Group Stage Due To Red Card
The UEFA Control and Disciplinary Body has issued a three match ban to England’s Wayne Rooney. The ban was given to Rooney after he was sent off in a Euro 2012 qualifier against Montenegro on Friday, October 7, 2011. The three match ban means Rooney won’t be available until the knockout stage of next summer’s tournament. The [...]
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David Beckham Targets Place in England 2012 Olympic Squad
With the 2012 Summer Olympics in London getting closer, David Beckham has stated he would like to be apart of the team. Beckham, who appears to have no real chance of appearing for the Three Lions again, could be selected for U-21 team as one of the overage players (usually three allowed). Below are his [...]
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Cristiano Ronaldo Sets La Liga Single Season Scoring Record With 40 Goals
Cristiano Ronaldo, who scored two goals in Real Madrid’s last La Liga match of the season, has set the single season scoring record. Ronaldo finished the season with 40 goals in La Liga and ended with 53 goals in 54 matches (all competitions). It’s been a mixed season for Ronaldo as Real Madri won a [...]
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England & Chelsea’s Ashley Cole Should Have Been A Winger.
With Gareth Bale being widely touted as being the best wide player in the world after a great season so far with dazzling performances on the domestic scene and turning quality full backs at great European clubs into amateur Sunday league players it must spark something in all left backs with a bit of pace [...]
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Who should New York Cosmos sign?
So they have a new kit but they currently have no team to wear it! The New York Cosmos brand is back up and running but it is still early days. The foundations have well and truly been laid for them to build an organization and most importantly a team full of glitz and glamour [...]
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Ranking Ronaldo Among The Football Greats
With the news that Ronaldo will retire, I thought I’d take a look at this career and where he ranks amongst the greats in the sport. There’s little doubt he’s one of the greatest but is he in the same breath as legends like Pele and Maradona? Here’s a look at this career. Club Career [...]
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Why You Can’t Blame Fernando Torres For Leaving Liverpool To Go To Chelsea
Fernando Torres is now officially a player for Chelsea after a transfer agreement was made with Liverpool. Some Liverpool fans are disappointed but the move was countered by signings of Luis Suarez and Andy Carroll to Anfield. While some will think Torres shouldn’t have left Liverpool, here’s some reasons why you can’t blame him for [...]