I want to run a bit of a thought experiment. Close your eyes. Okay, don't close your eyes. Now,
imagine Freddy Adu, but only considering the past year of his career. Forget his being drafted
while still only halfway through puberty, the magazine covers, and the pictures with Pelé. Wipe
away the memory of the buzz that surrounded the US's wonder kid, and definitely
(definitely) make sure to leave behind all thoughts of how disappointing he turned out to
be for the national team.
It seems like it's almost a given that Harry Redknapp is on his way out of Tottenham – whether
it be immediately or the end of the season – but what really is there for him in the England
job?
Looking at the history of the job it's notorious for tainting the careers of what were otherwise
top managers.
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(L to R): The Group B coaches, Japan's Norio Sasaki, Denmark asst. Danny Jung, Norway head
coach Eli Landsem and PiaRepresentatives from all 12 teams participating in the Algarve Cup attended a press conference
today, and as usual, not much of interest was said. (Coaches never seem to say much around other
coaches, right?
Make no mistake about it, Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain has created a buzz amongst Gooners that is only
comparable with Charlie Sheen mangled on Tigerblood.
The boy has burst onto the scene in explosive fashion since making his first league start for
Arsenal against Manchester United last month.
As Major League Soccer gets ready to open the season, we thought it would be worth taking a
quick look at a number of business topics overhanging MLS that are bigger than just one season.
We'll start with expansion.
When this blog started, expansion was probably the biggest business story looming over the
league.