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Arsenal – Blackburn Preview

The Offside - Arsenal 03 February @ 06:44 AM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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Blackburn

Position 18th, 4-6-13 (18 points, -14 goal differential)

Away Record: 1-6-4, -6 goal differential

Recent Form: WLWDL

Last Meeting: Blackburn 4 Arsenal 3 (September 17, 2011)

Back in league action tomorrow as we square off against mighty Blackburn (hey, lately, any team playing against us looks pretty mighty).

Josh Hamilton Should Adopt Son of Firefighter Who Fell to His Death at Rangers Ballpark Last Season

Americanize Soccer 03 February @ 02:33 AM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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Could there ever be a better story than Josh Hamilton taking care of this boy?
The truth is Hamilton needs the boy more than the boy needs Hamilton.
As a father figure, Hamilton has something bigger than himself to look after and more meaning in his life.

Is 66 Game Schedule Better for the NBA than 82?

Americanize Soccer 30 January @ 11:50 PM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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With the NBA schedule in fult tilt since Christmas, the season has never seemed this action-packed. The reason is because the games are coming closer together and delivered faster to consumers.
There is more back-to-back scheduling for teams than other years, meaning they play two nights in a row and some back-to-back-to-back, meaning they play three nights in a row at times throughout the season, as well.

Three-Game Winning Streak Shows Positive Signs For Klinsmann

WVHooligan 26 January @ 09:38 AM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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Ricardo Clark got a little redemption but that's about it. (Getty Images)

It has been a long time coming for the US Men's National Team. A solid three-game winning streak.

Typically these sorts of things happen around the January friendly time. It certainly isn't the first time this has happened but with Jurgen Klinsmann in as boss, it is.

The Philadelphia Independence Offseason So Far

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The Philadelphia Independence have been busy this offseason despite the fact that up until only a few weeks ago, they weren't even sure they would have a season at all. Women's Professional Soccer had a rough go of things after the 2011 season came to an end, almost folding after a lack of both ratings and teams.

Season review: Freddy Adu

The Philly Soccer Page 03 January @ 10:55 AM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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Photo: Paul Rudderow

Editor's note: At the end of the 2010 season, we posted a series of season reviews of every Philadelphia Union player. Over the next several weeks PSP continues with a review of the 2011 season.

The Freddy Adu redemption narrative began this year the same way such stories typically begin: At rock bottom.

Fulham – Arsenal Preview

The Offside - Arsenal 01 January @ 02:13 PM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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I hope everyone had a happy and safe New Year celebration. It seems odd to be writing a preview one day after a recap, but so it goes. Our boys are back in action tomorrow, taking on Fulham at Craven Cottage. Our opponents aren't having the best of seasons, currently sitting in 13th place with 20 points, and a -5 goal differential (which is also the same record as 14th place Swansea).

SPL: Wednesday Wonders

The Scottish Football Blog 28 December @ 06:30 AM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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The SPL works off the turkey and mince pies with a full Wednesday evening fixture. The eyes of the world upon us once more. Or at least the eyes of those Sky viewers not tempted by the tungsten superheroes at the Ally Pally.
Celtic v Rangers
Apparently recent form has left some Celtic supporters confident about this one.

Luis Suarez and the Quality of Those Who Would Destroy Him

The Offside - Liverpool 07 December @ 01:30 PM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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Everybody who comments, be it in print or on the radio or on television, makes mistakes. It doesn't matter who you are or how much you know or just what the subject is: Sooner or later you will slip up. And so I don't want to seem to be going after some poor talking head, some exceptionally easy target, just for the sake of it.

Could Norman Dale coach?

MIKE JACOBS 21 November @ 11:26 AM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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If you are a movies junkie like I am, you'll definitely appreciate this piece in ESPN by Barry Locke, who analyzes the coaching of Norman Dale in "Hoosiers". Enjoy.
It's been 25 years since "Hoosiers" immortalized the legend of Hickory High, the small school that beats long odds to make underdog history by winning the Indiana state basketball championship.

MLS Cup: Carr overcomes injury history to give Dynamo attack another weapon

Soccer By Ives 20 November @ 01:28 PM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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BY ADAM SERRANO

CARSON, Calif. -- Long derided for being injury prone, Calen Carr is used to be written off, but for Carr, redemption could be only 90 minutes away.

Since returning to from a concussion suffered in preseason while he was with the Chicago Fire, Carr has earned a starting spot alongside Dynamo captain Brian Ching, with his fast paced play adding a cutting edge to the Dynamo attack.

Lucas Taking Liverpool Legend Lessons

Anfield Talk 18 November @ 02:07 PM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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Liverpool midfield stalwart Lucas Leiva has admitted that he has been watching Xabi Alonso closely, in order to improve his own game.
The Brazilian initially found life difficult after his move to Anfield, sparking displeasure in The Kop over his performances, and looked to Alonso in a bid to turn his career around.

Monday Thoughts: A Rant on the USMNT

MLS Reserves 14 November @ 11:30 AM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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Last Friday we witnessed the US National Team in a tepid display against France. If you missed it, count yourself lucky as it was rough to watch. Tomorrow the team will have a chance at redemption against Slovenia. We're likely to see much of the same though. Jurgen Klinsmann hasn't done much to reassure fans of anything in the past months string of friendlies.

League Cup Quarters Draw, Forgotten Triumphs, and Other Friday Notes

The Offside - Liverpool 27 October @ 11:06 PM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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Luis Suarez doesn't suck any more, though if you follow his press clippings he's probably still a diving cheat or worse. And Liverpool can score again. Or at least Suarez can. Which will be important when the club faces off against you know who and some club or other that doesn't really matter except for the fact that he just happens to manage them on Saturday afternoon.

Wolves fans who abused McCarthy are a bunch of knee-jerks

Kop That 26 October @ 04:00 AM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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Wolves fans who abused McCarthy are a bunch of knee-jerks

Tonight at Molineux, the fans of Wolverhampton have been given the chance of redemption. The abuse that was hurled at their manager Mick McCarthy on Saturday was little short of obscene. No-one is denying disaffected supporters the right to voice their opinions.

Recap: Union Move Into First Place In The Eastern Conference With A Quality Win In Seattle

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Wet turf and over 36,000 hostile fans weighed upon the visiting team, but that didn't force the Philadelphia to play the young, inexperienced and almost frightened role that was seen nearly 18 months ago in Seattle. Rather, the Union controlled and played aggressively, showing what a new season can bring to a formerly struggling team.

Fire's dream U.S. Open Cup run ends, focus turns back to MLS playoff race

Soccer By Ives 05 October @ 09:20 AM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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Photo by Stephen Brashear/ISIphotos.com


By DAVID GUBALA

It was almost the perfect redemption to an unaccomplished season for the Chicago Fire. Winning the U.S. Open Cup for the fifth time in club history would have overshadowed all of the losses, unnecessary draws, and most importantly, potentially missing out on the playoffs.

'Flip Throw To Face' Kid's Web Redemption

A Football Report 03 October @ 09:59 PM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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Interview by Eric Beard

In what may potentially be the beginning of a new series (still working on a name, suggestions welcome) based off of Tosh.0's web redemptions, we're hoping to chat with some of guys and girls that gained internet fame through football besides Elizabeth Lambert because she's frightening.

Friday Night Union Freekicks: Insert Word For Giant Here, Plus Win

Brotherly Game 30 September @ 10:35 PM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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The Philly Soccer Page " Philadelphia Union 3-2 DC United
The win puts the Union on 43 points, just one point behind conference leading Kansas City with a game in hand.

Afternoon Delight: The View From Baltimore | Union Dues

It's been awhile since I was able to post (anyone miss me?

Ugly Goes Underground

Twohundredpercent 21 September @ 09:59 PM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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Voices floating over Hadrian's Wall after Sunday's Old Firm derby sounded curiously, positive. Curiously positive in the sense that, with so much about Scottish football being accompanied by the sound of a death knell of late, hearing something good about two SPL clubs struck a more upbeat note. Rangers and Celtic gave those in attendance at Ibrox, along with those watching abroad, a fierce display of quality football for the majority of the ninety minutes, showcasing much of the skill and drama that draws us to this game.

Gunners boss wary of tricky opponents

Premiership Talk Blog 16 September @ 10:32 PM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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Arsene Wenger has acknowledged that his Arsenal side faces a tricky test at Ewood Park in today's early afternoon kick-off despite the lowly placement of their opponents, Blackburn Rovers.

Wenger has publicly backed under-pressure Rovers boss Steve Kean and despite expressing a high level of confidence in his team's recent momentum, the Frenchman believes that Blackburn is a dangerous opposition for multiple reasons.

Is DC United Truly a Playoff Contender?

Major League Soccer Talk 11 August @ 02:00 PM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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Photo by Connor Turner

Those who know my writing know that I have an affinity for DC United and have followed the team, with varying levels of intensity, since its inception. So it should surprise no one that I have been closely following the Black-and-Red this season, not just because of rooting interest but because this has shaped up to be an intriguing season for a number of reasons.

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

Kop That 02 August @ 04:15 PM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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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.

Houston Dynamo Beat Seattle Sounders, 3-1: Video Highlights

The Zygo Soccer Report 01 August @ 06:10 AM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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-Photo by Katy Umaña
Coming off of a rough 3-0 loss to Chivas USA in California, the Houston Dynamo were looking for redemption as they hosted the Seattle Sounders at Robertson Stadium on Saturday night, and redemption they found as captain Brian Ching led the Dynamo to a 3-1 victory.
The Dynamo picked up their first goal early in the match when Colin Clark scored in the 7th minute:
In the 23rd, Brian Ching, with assists from Geoff Cameron and Brad Davis, scored what would prove to be the game winning goal for the Houston Dynamo:
Seattle finally managed to get on the scoreboard in the first half when Fredy Montero picked up a penalty in the box, a penalty that Alvaro Fernandez converted, making the score 2-1 going into halftime:
In the 71st minute, Brian Ching picked up an insurance goal for the Houston Dynamo:
After this weekend's matches, the Houston Dynamo have 27 points on the season and sharing fourth place in the Eastern Conference with Sporting Kansas City.

Houston Dynamo Beat Seattle Sounders, 3-1: Video Highlights

The Zygo Soccer Report 01 August @ 06:10 AM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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-Photo by Katy Umaña
Coming off of a rough 3-0 loss to Chivas USA in California, the Houston Dynamo were looking for redemption as they hosted the Seattle Sounders at Robertson Stadium on Saturday night, and redemption they found as captain Brian Ching led the Dynamo to a 3-1 victory.
The Dynamo picked up their first goal early in the match when Colin Clark scored in the 7th minute:
In the 23rd, Brian Ching, with assists from Geoff Cameron and Brad Davis, scored what would prove to be the game winning goal for the Houston Dynamo:
Seattle finally managed to get on the scoreboard in the first half when Fredy Montero picked up a penalty in the box, a penalty that Alvaro Fernandez converted, making the score 2-1 going into halftime:
In the 71st minute, Brian Ching picked up an insurance goal for the Houston Dynamo:
After this weekend's matches, the Houston Dynamo have 27 points on the season and sharing fourth place in the Eastern Conference with Sporting Kansas City.

US defeats Brazil on PKs: Emotional analysis

The Philly Soccer Page 12 July @ 08:10 AM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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Extended highlights of the USA/Brazil match, along with individual highlights of the big plays and all the penalty kicks, can be found here. And are totally awesome.

This was a moment.

All the stories about this moment that make it about something big: Women's soccer, American pride, personal glory or redemption, desire, belief, composure.

Tuesday Orange Slices: Same Old Song and Dance

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  • Kinnear not sitting idly by in quest to bolster squad [MLS Soccer]
  • Dynamo, Rapids battle to tie [Houston Chronicle]
  • Hall gets redemption with third shutout [MLS Soccer]
  • Thoughts from Denver [Houston Chronicle]
  • Dynamo Notebook: Still seeking a complete game [MLS Soccer]

In Other News:

  • ESPN: Referee at RSL game was "worst .

WWC - England v New Zealand

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England players look a little resentful while singing their national anthem. I don't think they were expecting as much criticism as they got for their draw against Mexico.
FAIL - Announcer just said Hope Solo instead Hope Powell.
Kickoff!
2 - Bardsley catches an incoming pass.

Stealing a Point

Down the Byline 23 June @ 07:50 AM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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The offense didn't really show up, but the defense did what it's been doing lately, even without Aurelien Collin, and was able to shut down the Philadelphia offense to earn KC a 0-0 draw. Philadelphia had 26 chances on goal compared to Sporting KC's 8. Of those 26, 7 were on target, KC put 0 on target last night.

Gold Cup Wednesday semifinal gameday

100 Percent Soccer 21 June @ 08:40 PM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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3:30 p.m. U.S.-Panama on Fox Soccer Channel, Univision

7 p.m. Mexico-Honduras on Univision

Red, white & blue redemption: The U.S. must prove to their regional foes they belong in the Gold Cup final after losing earlier in the tournament to semifinal opponent Panama (AP Photos).

Soccer, America, and the Emblematic Woman

The Run of Play - Soccer in Style 21 June @ 09:21 AM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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"Soccer is the elusive, almost illusive woman you have taught yourself not to chase."

Me, right now, before I change my mind.

I've identified three problems with the American soccer missionaries.

1. Rarely so rarely have they been converted from Our Sports.

The Shop Window is Looking Really Nice- A Review Of Arsenal’s Transfer Targets

The Offside - Arsenal 14 June @ 11:04 AM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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Hello all, the transfer season is well upon us when we get rumors of Emmanuel Eboue leaving the club. To be quite honest, the Nasri situation (which Homey very eloquently talked about in yesterday's post), along with the now annual Cesc Fabregas Summer Transfer To Barcelona Media Extravaganza (Now available in Qatar!

2011 CONCACAF Gold Cup - Night Eight: Another Shutout for Jamaica

The Zygo Soccer Report 14 June @ 05:28 AM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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Group B action wrapped up in Harrison, New Jersey on Monday night as Guatemala played Grenada and Honduras faced Jamaica.
Grenada has been giving Cuba a run for its money as the whipping boy for the 2011 CONCACAF Gold Cup, and Monday was no different as they gave up 4 goals to Guatemala while being unable to score a goal of their own.

The Miserable Life of a Relegated Bari Fan in America

Serie A Talk 09 June @ 09:30 AM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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As the summer transfer window opens and teams across Europe begin their annual spending spree/discount sale, I wanted to share the perspective of American fans of Bari, Brescia, and Sampdoria, or the "Relegated Three" for the 2011-2012 season. Relegation is a part of soccer life, and much has been written on the pain of seeing your favorite team descending into lower league hell after the glories of top flight redemption.

Vote: The 2011 TSG Don’t Tread Video Challenge!

The Shin Guardian 06 June @ 11:01 PM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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Cranking back up the 2011 hype machine here at TSG. Stoking the engine with golazo burgers courtesy of the USMNT.

The Don't Tread Challenge is TSG's search for for the most insanely awesome video that gets fans fired up about USMNT heading this year into the Gold Cup 2011.

VOTING STARTS.

The Runner-Up Is The First Loser – Carlo Ancelotti Sacked By Chelsea

Who Ate All the Pies 23 May @ 01:36 AM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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By Chris Wright

Just one year after securing a club-first league and cup double, Carlo Ancelotti and his glorious eyebrow of redemption have been sacked by Chelsea after washing up in shameful, shameful second place this year though, snarky sarcasm aside, 2010/11 has technically been the club's 'worst' campaign since Roman Abramovich rode into town back in 2003.

Sid Lowe in Spain

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Getafe's win over Osasuna provided relief but not redemption: they're one of six teams who could be relegated on the final day.
From one in nine to one in six: who is going down in La Liga?

What would you do? Your team, your system at Old Trafford (revisited)

The Offside - Chelsea 07 May @ 12:47 PM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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Weren't we right here not a month ago? Weird, unexpected but acceptable. Most acceptable.


These two, again

To quote myself on 11 April, prior to our demise in the Champions League:

We've tackled tactics throughout the season. This time is no different.

Chance

Craven Cottage Newsround 27 April @ 06:52 AM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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This is a comment from Joe Posnanski's blog:

I think this is about two things: meaning and chance.

Meaning People want sports to mean something. They want it to be about dedication, or about drive, or about a team overcoming obstacles. It's usually just about the player or the team that executes or gets lucky on a given day.

CONFIRMED LINE-UP: Schalke vs UNITED

Republik Of Mancunia 26 April @ 12:39 PM EST Blog Details : Related Items
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Van der Sar, Fabio, Vidic, Ferdinand, Evra, Carrick, Giggs, Valencia, Park, Rooney, Hernandez.

The nerves and fear the Chelsea game in the quarter-finals brought about seem to overshadow feelings ahead of the Schalke game. The thought of losing to them was painful, particularly knowing we had the easier side of the draw waiting for the semi-finals.