If you loved Phil Jackson's last book (who didn't), I have good news for you: The legendary coach is coming out with a new book. Entitled "Eleven Rings," the book will likely give updates since his last book was written in 2004. Since then, Jackson's legacy grew even more as he added a pair of championships with the Los Angeles Lakers.

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We really ought to stop over-analysing these club catalogues. It never makes us happy and what's the point anyway? They're basically devices to get fans to buy branded merch, and as such, don't need a shed load of money spent on them.

But still. It's as good a way as any of giving the office snark some exercise.

By ADAM SERRANO

LOS ANGELES -- David Beckham has always been a vital part of AEG president Tim Leiweke's plans for the Los Angeles Galaxy. Now as Beckham prepares for his second stint with the club, Leiweke is considering the legacy that he will leave on his team.

By Chris Wright

The Welsh FA have just confirmed that Chris Coleman will be the new manager of the Welsh national side, following the tragic death of former incumbent Gary Speed in November of last year.

Chief executive Jonathan Ford announced the decision a short while ago, admitted it had understandably been a tough few months for the FAW:

"This has been a very difficult process.

In British soccer, the number nine takes on extra significance for an elite attacking player. Historically a center forward, at certain clubs the number has a legacy all its own. Previous Everton #9 Duncan Ferguson had a tattoo of the number and it's normally associated with the player most representative of the club.

When the chips are down and the Miami Heat need a bucket, who do they go to? That would be NBA champion and Finals MVP Dwyane Wade. For the second time this season, Wade delivered the game-winner for the Miami Heat.

This time, Wade's shot downed the Minnesota Timberwolves by a final score of 103-101.

By Tony Edwards - San Jose, CA (Dec 27, 2011) US Soccer Players -- Tuesday's Questions, and Tony asks about Clint Dempsey's growing legacy with Fulham, an Old Firm derby date for the Americans at Rangers, and the Rapids' search for a new head coach. As always, let us know what you think or add some questions of your own.

(Lot of news snippets today).

Oui Paris for Beckham

Reports out of Paris today that's Le Parisien's (a Paris daily) on the left that David Beckham will at long last make his way to Paris Saint-Germain for the tidy fee of $18.7M over 18-months.

Ligue1 will represent the fourth league that Beckham will attempt to win a championship in (The Premiership, La Liga, MLS); his legacy of a nomadic footballer championship-seeking footballer will be cemented with a win in Paris.

Yes indeed. That's Cesc Fabregas in his panties. And Victor Valdes on the toilet? Images via totalbarca.

Even if you'd managed to remain unaware that Barcelona had flown to Japan to take part in the FIFA World Club Championship, the news that David Villa broke his leg in the semi-final vs.

The Portland Timbers officially revealed their third kit that honors the legacy of the club from previous eras. It also appears that the team could finally be ready to announce some upcoming player signings in preparation for their home opener in March. The Timbers did learn that it will be the Philadelphia Union that will be visiting the Rose City to play the Timbers on March 12 on ESPN2.

Liverpool midfielder Lucas Leiva was the clear man of the match against Manchester City on Sunday, and former Liverpool players are lining up to acknowledge his increasing influence on the team.
I wrote last week about how impressive Lucas's passing had become over the last couple of years, and against Man City it was more of the same: quick, incisive, positive passing, and it was a joy to watch.

Their Words Other Sources What Happened to Landon Donovan's Uniform from the 2011 MLS Cup? - from Upper Deck's Chris Carlin: "As an added bonus, we even threw in his socks." Hollywood Ending - from Sports Illustrated's Grant Wahl: But there was more to the Galaxy's title than writing checks. Don't airbrush Beckham's legacy - from ESPN.

Following the 25th anniversary celebrations last week, Gill admitted today that he dreads the day that he will have to replace Sir Alex Ferguson and had said the search for a successor has yet to begin.

One thing is clear, that the new manager, whenever he may come, will have to follow Sir Alex Ferguson in running the club the Manchester United way

"We are a great club whose values go back in history to our heritage to the 50s and 60s and the last 25 years with Alex.

I don't know where I'll rank in headline writing when my story is written, but I've got a three topics I want to cover today. Recruiting, Heath and finally, his final regular season home game scheduled for this Sunday. If you want to understand the first two, you owe it to yourself to attend the "Legacy Game" between Missouri State and SIUE at 6:00 pm Sunday.

By J Hutcherson - WASHINGTON, DC (Oct 20, 2011) US Soccer Players -- Though some in Europe are treating the two-day FIFA executive committee meetings as Blatter's chance to make sure he's seen as a leader rather than a preservationist, that's very Eurocentric thinking. Blatter's legacy was cemented when he pushed for the World Cup to be played in Africa, and that's going to be his big picture moment looking back years from now.

Championship giants West Ham United have confirmed they are still very much interested in a move to the London Olympic Stadium following the completion of next year's Olympic Games. The Hammers had originally won the bid to take over the ground as part of the legacy of the games, but with legal challenges from London rivals Spurs and Leyton Orient looming it was instead decided that the stadium would remain in public ownership as a valued asset and be leased out instead - with some circles of the British press reportedly claiming the rental of the ground would cost a fee in the region of £2 million per year.

By Tony Edwards - San Jose, CA (Oct 6, 2011) US Soccer Players -- In this edition of the 5 Questions, Tony wonders what Montreal's newest signing says about the club's plans, looks at the Sounders' Open Cup legacy, and answers his own MVP question. As always, your contributions are welcome in the comments section.

Manchester United's record breaking coach Sir Alex Ferguson plans to remain in charge of the Red Devils for four more years. This is good news to all Man United fans but terrible news if you have a strong disliking toward the Manchester outfit.

Coming to think about it, Manchester United remains one of the strongest teams in the league because of its long history with the same coach.

Henderson looking to create own legacy

While he is honored to hear fans and media compare him to Steven Gerrard, the 21-year-old midfielder revealed exclusively to Goal.com that he wants to create his own legacy.

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Walter Payton is an icon in the football world. Before his death in 1999, Payton was one of the most loved football players of all-time. After his death, the love has continued to pour.

However, a new book is claiming a darker side to Walter Payton. In "Sweetness: The Enigmatic Life of Walter Payton", author Jeff Pearlman writes that Walter Payton talked about suicide often, abused pain medication and had a dysfunctional family life.

Jordan Henderson downplays Steven Gerrard comparisons and is looking to create his own legacy at Liverpool

While he is honoured to hear fans and media compare him to the skipper, the midfielder admits he just has to focus on improving his own game and says team need more time to gel

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When I woke up this morning I was in a state of immediate excitement. I felt a lot like how a kid feels on Christmas eve (or a Hanukkah night for Jews like myself) - giddy, wide eyed and energetic.

Unfortunately, Rutgers' mail office is evil incarnate and kept me from playing FIFA '12 until my friend came back from Target with his own copy.

Kenny Dalglish believes Luis Suarez should be able to carve out a Liverpool legacy of his own, rather than forever be compared to the Anfield king.
With the Scot's famous No.7 shirt now adorned by Suarez, comparisons between the pair were inevitable, but Dalglish wants to allow the Uruguayan the opportunity to be his own man.

Written by FatGingerGooner

So the dust has settled on a couple of dreadful Arsenal away results, and equally dreadful defensive displays. Obviously, I'm talking about the 8-2 and 4-3 defeats. There have been a lot of people coming out of the woodwork in recent days, using these results as ammunition to have a pop at the manager and also to give their opinion on the direction this club needs to go.

What is worse? Admitting that the professional players lack the level of focus and application to apply simple football theory of defending, or implementing a new defensive routine with a back four formation that is itself new in compostion from game to game? Which ever the case, what I have long predicted in countless blogs, is that Arsene Wenger's legacy will be permanently damaged if he fails to take account of a few basic home truths.

Liverpool's Kenny Dalglish picks Jamie Carragher on form not legacy

Kenny Dalglish has given Jamie Carragher a ringing endorsement as he insisted Liverpool's stand-in captain is being picked on merit rather than his legacy.

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Freddie Garcia, Freddy Garcia, and a befitting legacy

Two things our land can never have enough of: good kids like Freddy Garcia, and proper places to enjoy our game.

Indulge me while I tell you quick story about both.

I played a Sunday league game about 10 or so years ago.

Samuel Eto'o may have only been an Inter player for two seasons, but the legacy he leaves behind will never be forgotten. "The Lion King" came to Inter in the summer of 2009, as somewhat of an afterthought in the blockbuster Zlatan Ibrahimovic to Barcelona deal. Many people questioned how the Nerazzurri were going to survive without the talent and skill of the Swede and if Eto'o would be able to.

New Anzhi Makhachkala signing Samuel Eto'o has made an instant impact for his new club by scoring the equalizer in a 1-1 draw away at FK Rostov.

The signing of the Cameroonian international has raised many eyebrows throughout the world of football especially given the huge wages that he is reported to be earning, something akin to 20 million euros a year.

Great article from Ned Zelic on the World Game today.
Question to is - does any Club pay their Coaches at 7,8,9 10 age group.
If they did the club can set a standard of commitment of direction for all coaches - and this could make huge changes to all player development at your local club.

Why Cesc's silence is danger of ruining his Arsenal legacy

The sound from Barcelona has been deafening. The response from Cesc Fabregas, silence. No wonder many Arsenal fans have now turned on the Gunners skipper, looking for him to show a modicum of commitment to the Emirates cause.

How Chelsea kid can help Capello find redemption and why Brazil is the true home of football

Fabio Capello's wish to see Josh McEachran get a chance at Chelsea this summer was further evidence that, for all the stick he gets, the Italian does want his legacy to live on for the right reasons.

If this little nipper's skills look familiar you're not tripping. It's because he's Juan Pablo Angel's son Tomy. Anyone have an opening in their academy for the junior cherub? What say you LA or NY? Can you take him in as a "legacy" player or is it only frats that do that?

We all saw the Brisbane Roar flying around the field last year, the Mariners were not far behind and of course Melbourne and Adelaide always set a standard, often exciting.
Perth failed, failed to excite and this after being top of the boxing league after a few games.
Had a review - kept Iain Ferguson - and done the same.

It all comes down to Sunday. We've all heard it before (many, many times).

Japan USA: Sunday, ESPN, 2:45 PM

The US women are in the World Cup final for the first time since 1999. Many wondered if they would have a letdown in their semifinal match against France following an emotional quarterfinal win over Brazil.

We turn the focus from the community efforts of the Portland Timbers to the efforts of their supporters group, the Timbers Army. The group has a history of providing support where needed, and with two new initiatives just announced, they will continue this legacy of giving back.

The Philly Soccer Page " Stat chat: Union at DC
For the second game in a row, the Union entered the second half down a goal and battled back with multiple goals-against DC one of their two goals was a Perry Kitchen own goal- to secure points.

D.C. United 2, Philadelphia Union 2 - Match Review & Player Ratings - Black And Red United

As AMT pointed out immediately following the 2-2 tie between D.

Andre Villas-Boas gave his first public interview as Chelsea manager as he spelled out his hopes, aims and visions whilst at the helm.

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Amongst many other things, the new Blues boss reiterated that new signings are firmly on the agenda once things have settled down at the club, and also insisted that midfielder Michael Essien will be staying put.

MLS commissioner Don Garber appeared at the Sports Business Journal/Sports Business Daily Sports Facilities and Franchises Ticketing Symposium in New Jersey to talk all things MLS. You can read more of his answers to questions about the league here, but below are a couple of his responses to questions about MLS:

On where the league is looking to expand:

"We are focused on New York.

Episode 20, a bit of an end of season review-08/09 all over again Europa League: is it even worth it? Montella's future A good mercato before it even begins? Final thoughts on Borriello after a season's worth of performances Vucinic: stay or go? DDR in the stands and his reaction- analyzing the unanalyzable.