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Juande Ramos Heading Towards Unemployment

2008-09-29T14:18:19+00:00

When Juande Ramos took over Tottenham last season, many were expecting him to end the annual underachivement that fans at White Hart Lane witnessed. The signs were extremely encouraging as his side marched to silverware in the form of the Carling Cup. A disappointing finish in the table was overlooked as Ramos only took control [.

Gunners Starlet Wilshere Has Pre-Contract Agreement

2008-09-29T12:00:03+00:00

Jack Wilshere has a pre-contract agreement with Arsenal when he signs on pro forms in January which will see him make an enormous £15,000 a week The 16-year-old was promoted to the first team after impressing boss Arsene Wenger during pre-season and was subsequently rewarded with the number 19 shirt.

Amr Zaki: Walking In A Wigan Wonderland

2008-09-29T11:37:16+00:00

The number of days that Wigan striker Amr Zaki will be a Wigan Athletic player are numbered. Even when the Egyptian ends his loan spell and becomes a Wigan player, it's only a matter of time before a massive club signs one of the brightest, most talented players the Premier League has seen in years.

Good Game Bad Game [vs Everton]

2008-09-28T12:00:00+00:00

As with the game against Manchester United, I felt awful before this game. And, as with the game with Manchester United, I shouldn't have bothered. Rarely have Liverpool dominated with such ease at Goodison Park (61% of possession, the stats showed at the end) and really it was a game that could have been won by a bigger margin.

Misery continues at St James' but finally there's hope for Spurs

2008-09-24T20:39:00+00:00

Tottenham have tonight progressed to the fourth round of the Carling Cup after seeing off a late rally from the hosts Newcastle. Goals from Roman Pavlyuchenko and Jamie O'Hara helped ease the pressure on manager Juande Ramos after a shocking start to the new Premier League season.

Michael Owen gave the Magpies some hope late-on however it wasn't enough and the holders go on to the next round.

Forbes magazine study on MLS clubs

2008-09-21T02:09:00+00:00

According to a recent study conducted by Forbes magazine, many of the MLS clubs are doing well financially and basically the article describes a very promising future for the financial status of MLS. This study describes how the league is not yet profitable, but that signs exist which indicate that MLS will continue to grow.

Clever new Man City badge

2008-09-17T16:38:00+00:00

I saw this over at Off the Post, who is turn found it at some Guardian gallery.

Not bad.

I especially appreciate the attention to detail.

Like the $100 signs on the barrels.

And the Joe Camel smoothness.

TRADE: Hunter Freeman to Toronto (OFFICIAL)

2008-09-12T15:49:00+00:00

SoccerByIves is reporting this trade which was posted as a rumor here yesterday as done. Here's an excerpt:

Toronto FC has acquired right back Hunter Freeman from the New York Red Bulls for two supplemental draft picks and other considerations, sources with knowledge of the deal told SBI on Friday morning.

The California rivalry reborn

2008-09-12T00:06:00+00:00

If the season ended now, San Jose and Los Angeles would miss the playoffs. But past and present San Jose (with a year in L.A.) keeper Joe Cannon sees signs that a rivalry that produced some classic MLS games could be reborn:

That's going to make our rivalry much better.

Zola the Legend

2008-09-10T21:22:02+00:00

Zola signs on as coach of West Ham United.

Fabio Relishing Left Back Fight

2008-09-10T17:24:00+00:00

Fabio Aurelio today insisted he's relishing the challenge of competing with summer signing Andrea Dossena for a place in Rafael Benitez's first team.

The Brazilian full-back is fit again after recovering from a series of injury set-backs and is now hoping to get the nod on the left side of defence for this weekend's clash with Manchester United at Anfield.

Gianfranco Zola the favorite for the West Ham job

2008-09-06T22:02:00+00:00

ESPN is reporting in this article that Gianfranco Zola is emerging as the favorite to replace Alan Curbishley as manager of West Ham United. I must admit that I am amazed that West Ham would be able to interest a man like Zola in their managing position. I realize that West Ham are a fairly successful mid-level Premiership club, but what does Zola hope to accomplish with this move beyond managing the club for a couple of seasons in the hope of moving onto a bigger club?

Campeonato Brasileiro preview round 24

2008-09-05T17:53:03+00:00

With Brazil in action against Chile on Sunday, we have just one game this weekend and that's at the estádio Maracanã where Fluminense take on leaders Grêmio. Since Cuca's arrival, Fluminense have shown signs of improvement and despite going four games unbeaten, Cuca's team are still only a point above the relegation zone.

David Beckham happy with Bruce Arena

2008-09-04T23:02:00+00:00

David Beckham played his first game under Bruce Arena. The game against New England Revolution played out to a 2-2 draw.
"He works us hard to ensure we understand exactly what he expects on the pitch. It's not going to happen overnight, but the signs are there and we're all behind the manager" Becks said in his blog.

It’s OFFICIAL! Berbatov Signs For United! £30.75 million

2008-09-01T23:37:23+00:00

Done deal! The transfer window closed but it took a further 40 minutes for the deal to be confirmed. Tottenham Hotspur have sold Dimitar Berbatov for £30.75 million. "It's OFFICIAL! Berbatov Signs For United! £30.75 million" was originally published at The Republik of Mancunia.

MLS Dogpile - Bizarro MLS?

2008-09-01T12:13:00+00:00

[Strange weekend, eh? The normal order of things is flipped on its head as the West goes 3-1-1 against their counterparts from the East. Despite the weekend's results, all signs still point to five from the East and three from the West for the post-season. So who's climbing the Pile, and who's buried amongst the Mutts?

Demba Savage signs for FC Honka

2008-08-31T09:48:12+00:00

That's about the signs of it. I'm very pleased about this, Savage is a skillful, quality player and has deserved his chance for a long time. I'm sure he'll do a good job for Honka. On another note, it's good that Finnish clubs have the financial might to sign players like Savage from decent Ykkönn clubs.

Striker deal hopes rocket...

2008-08-29T14:25:00+00:00

Many United fans will be delighted to learn that Louis "Sicknote" Saha is on his way to join Everton, subject to the not so small matter of first passing a medical.

Given the French striker has somehow managed to sustain injuries in several pre-match warm-ups it cannot be ruled that he will manage to get himself injured before he signs on the dotted line.

West Ham woe continues: Striker considering future while defender calls for manager to sort it out on the pitch

2008-08-29T13:53:05+00:00

While Alan Curbishley might claim that the Hammers board are firmly behind him, all the signs seem to indicate that the manager is living on borrowed time at the Boleyn Ground. Despite a winning start to their league campaign, West Ham have had two particularly performances, losing 3-0 at Man ...

Hands offs Villa!

2008-08-28T17:38:00+00:00

The superb Spaniard striker signs on for more with Valencia.

What Does An Undisclosed Fee Mean? Why Do Clubs Insist On Using Undisclosed Fees?

2008-08-28T10:23:41+00:00

Most football fans get annoyed when their club signs or sells a player with an undisclosed fee. But by looking at some of the transfers of the summer, the majority of them involve undisclosed fees. So why do so many clubs insist on not disclosing the true figure of the transfer, especially as they must [.

Shevchenko was ‘a second option’ at Chelsea, claims ex-manager

2008-08-27T13:52:49+00:00

It's probably true to say that Jose Mourinho and Andriy Shevchenko aren't on each other's Christmas card lists. While the current Inter boss can claim all he likes that he didn't have a single problem with the striker when the pair were at Stamford Bridge, the signs indicated that there ...

Ferdinand set to leave, McCartney set to return

2008-08-26T08:18:08+00:00

All signs seem to indicate that Anton Ferdinand is heading to the Northeast to play for Sunderland. A move that I think is bad business by West Ham who seem anything but solid at the back, but the board wants to thin the squad and I guess Ferdinand is part of that cull. Surprising news though [...]

Keane Happy With Liverpool's Form

2008-08-26T08:08:00+00:00

Liverpool striker Robbie Keane says he is confident his team's performances will improve as the season progresses.

Rafa Benitez's side have taken six points from their opening two Premier League games but have struggled to hit top-form so far.

"We haven't been playing unbelievably in the last two games," Keane told BBC Radio Merseyside.

PFC Drops Last Regular Season Game

2008-08-25T03:12:00+00:00

MARKHAM - After winning the last 5 straight games and 8 of their last 10, Pistolas FC dropped the last game of the regular season 2-1 to Silver.

Playing their 2nd game in 4 nights, the team looked sluggish all around showing only few signs of determination.

But with the previous game ending in a lopsided 6-1 Titans FC over Limeys FC, the boys in black weren't as pressed into a must win situation and experimented with an unusual lineup.

I just cant get my head around it!..............

2008-08-24T13:40:00+00:00

I just cant understand the logic of sending out Johan Djourou on loan. The player has a very bright future and I want it to be in an Arsenal shirt.

He must feel disillusioned enough as it is. In the games previous to yesterday he was one of better players for Arsenal. It must be hard for him to do well and then be instantly replaced as soon as Toure or Gallas is fit.

Sunderland Football: Tottenham floored by Sunderland

2008-08-24T10:23:00+00:00

Sunderland Football: Keano's proving a slippery Black Cat as Tottenham are stunned

So Sunderland football and the FA Premier League do mix! Roy Keano is beginning to show signs of not only being a fierce man motivator, but a real canny mover in the transfer market as well.

His Sunderland football side has been beefed up with proven Premiership players this year, and boy does it show, and with Anton Ferdinand another likely arrival you really can't see Sunderland and Keano boys struggling in the Premiership this year.

Chelsea told to find a whopping £32 million for Brazil international - will they stump up the cash?

2008-08-22T14:52:32+00:00

When the Blues are sniffing around a player, the selling club in question clearly see pound (or euro) signs in their eyes and raise their valuation, simply because it's Chelsea. They know that, unlike Arsenal or Liverpool, the west London club are happy to operate at a loss in order ...

Soccer karaoke LINKS

2008-08-21T22:42:00+00:00

Soccer and more eh...?

Dunga's gotta go. [101 Great Goals]
Commercials during live games? Lame. [Sideline Views]
Clavijo stepping down. [WV Hooligan]
Inside the head of the Spanish nat'l team. [Kickette]
Learn about Le Toux.

Jamie Carragher's defeatism strikes again

2008-08-21T12:33:00+00:00

The season is only one week old but Jamie Carragher is already showing signs of the loser mentality that plagued Anfield last season.

Carra was up and down like a yo-yo last season when it came to his public comments about the club One week he'd be high as a kite proclaiming how Liverpool's players were the greatest in the world.