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Live streams for the Arsenal Sunderland match

LadyArse - Arsenal and the world of football from a woman's perspective @ OleOl 21 November @ 06:54 AM EST

I'm going to try and blog after the match today as my symptoms subside as the meds build up in my system so I'm in better shape as the day goes on..but in the meantime, if you are, like me, looking for a stream for the Arsenal match, you should be able to find one at one of these sites:

http://justin.

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Expansion Draft rules set as Union prepare to build roster

Soccer By Ives 19 November @ 03:45 PM EST

As the MLS season winds towards the end, the excitement continues to build in Philadelphia. On November 25, the Union will continue to take shape as the expansion draft takes place. The first players in Philadelphia Union history will come off the books of ten other clubs.

MLS released the specific rules that the other MLS clubs must follow when they make players available for Peter Nowak and his staff to select.

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Expansion Draft rules set as Union prepare to build roster

Soccer By Ives 19 November @ 03:45 PM EST

As the MLS season winds towards the end, the excitement continues to build in Philadelphia. On November 25, the Union will continue to take shape as the expansion draft takes place. The first players in Philadelphia Union history will come off the books of ten other clubs.

MLS released the specific rules that the other MLS clubs must follow when they make players available for Peter Nowak and his staff to select.

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Preki To Be Introduced As TFC Coach

WVHooligan 19 November @ 08:49 AM EST

Preki is headed north to Toronto FC. (Getty Images)

Former Chivas USA head coach Preki will be introduced as Toronto FC's fourth head coach.

Preki led Chivas USA to the playoffs in all three seasons he was head coach, but he will be looking to improve on three first round exits.

With Preki in town you have to believe the Toronto roster may get a little makeover in the winter months.

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Five Things From Denmark

USSoccerPlayers 18 November @ 04:23 PM EST
1. Halftime: Again the United States gives up a goal shortly after the half, this time to a team that had just made three substitutions. Keeping shape early in the second-half continues to be an issue, with the US getting caught panic defending. Someone should have been marking Johan Absalonsen, who had way too much time to make his turn in the US box. Click to continue reading...

Walter Garcia Training At Leeds United

The Offside - NY Red Bulls 16 November @ 05:38 PM EST

Leeds United, once tippy top dog of the First Division, has been relegated to the third division for the first time in it's storied history. Today, a once ravaged squad stands as tippy top dog again, having it's finances in order as well as their management, going undefeated in eight games, and taking an early lead in the poll race for a Championship promotion.

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South Africa Coach Advises McCarthy To Leave Blackburn

English Premier League Transfer Rumors & News 16 November @ 12:43 PM EST

According to the Lancashire Telegraph, South Africa coach Carlos Alberto Parreira admitted that he would like to see Blackburn striker Benni McCarthy leave the club in January. He said,

"I cannot speak on his behalf, but I heard him say that in the January transfer window, he will decide on a new direction in his career.

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Spain 2 – 1 Argentina: the goals

Hasta El Gol Siempre 15 November @ 04:20 PM EST
Argentina were thoroughly outclassed by the European champions on Saturday night in the Vicente Calderón, losing 2-1. Xabi Alonso scored twice for the home side, the second a late penalty, whilst Lionel Messi got a temporary equaliser also from the spot after just over an hour. I wasn't in the best shape last night, hence [. Click to continue reading...

Ronaldo: “I wouldn’t call myself up to the World Cup squad”

SoccerLens 12 November @ 03:27 AM EST

The actual Ronaldo was talking to the Globo television about the Brazil World Cup squad. He said even he wouldn't call for himself due to the shape he is in. He also announced that he is all set to fight and reclaim the prestigious number nine shirt that he wore and made history.

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Montero, Thornton Honored

WVHooligan 10 November @ 02:00 PM EST

Add another award for Zach Thornton on the season. Today the league named Thornton it's Comeback Player of the Year. At the same time the league also announced Fredy Montero as the Newcomer of the Year.

Montero was one of the league leaders in goals scored this year. His 12 goals on the season blew away any other newcomer in that category.

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The Hook Up: Miguel Torres and Patricia Conde?

KICKETTE 10 November @ 12:22 PM EST


There might just be a Kickette brawl, folks. This morning our Spanish amigas from Poprosa alerted us to cougar-on-the-Migi-prowl Patricia Conde and her advances towards our coveted pillow lips. He's 23 – she's 30.

Rumour has it, after being introduced recently by Iker "the evil matchmaker" Casillas, they went shopping (sob) and to the movies.

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The Hook Up: Miguel Torres and Patricia Conde?

KICKETTE 10 November @ 12:22 PM EST


There might just be a Kickette brawl, folks. This morning our Spanish amigas from Poprosa alerted us to cougar-on-the-Migi-prowl Patricia Conde and her advances towards our coveted pillow lips. He's 23 – she's 30.

Rumour has it, after being introduced recently by Iker "the evil matchmaker" Casillas, they went shopping (sob) and to the movies.

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Footballers are kings among men

THBN - Tottenham Hotspur Blog News 09 November @ 09:14 AM EST
The debate regarding footballers doing what they want in society, crept into our lively office conversation this morning. It was interesting to see my fellow colleagues reaction to the Marlon King story.
If you've been living in a cave for the last week or so, you can read what Marlon King did here, here and here. Click to continue reading...

As It Stands

Arsenal View From a Gooner 09 November @ 05:43 AM EST
RK TEAM P W D L GS GA W D L GS GA W D L GS GA GD Pts 1 Chelsea 12 10 0 2 29 8 6 0 0 16 1 4 0 2 13 7 21 30 2 Arsenal 11 8 1 2 36 14 5 0 0 20 4 3 1 2 16 10 22 25 3 Man United 12 8 1 3 23 12 5 1 0 13 7 3 0 3 10 5 11 25 4 Tottenham 12 7 1 4 23 17 4 0 2 12 6 3 1 2 11 11 6 22 5 Aston Villa 12 6 3 3 20 12 4 1 1 12 5 2 2 2 8 7 8 21 6 Man City 11 5 5 1 21 14 3 2 0 13 8 2 3 1 8 6 7 20

With 1/3 of the Premier League already past us, Arsenal are now in 2nd place, 5 points behind Chelsea having played 1 game less than the current leaders.

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Chelsea Can Go Back To The Office…

English Premier league 07 November @ 02:07 PM EST

Because with live in a world of litigation and because people get all bent out of shape over the smallest things (that could easily be explained) and because litigation takes forever and lawyers are expensive (otherwise they wouldn't bother to take forever) and because you can get any kind of suspension lifted while you're waiting for an appeal it appears that Chelsea can do business as usual since the Court of Arbitration for Sport won't be able to set a date for a hearing until February.

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Where Arsenal stand today

Arsenal Insider 07 November @ 10:33 AM EST

By Paul Williams The season is beginning to take shape now, everyone has played enough games for the hopes and worries to be well set. So far the season for Arsenal has been generally good. However, we are entering November – a month all Arsenal fans have learnt to worry over.

Today we take on Wolves and all sensible comment would suggest another three points, after all we have only lost 2 games all season and the Manure defeat was, to say the least, undeserved.

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The Friday Fit: Fernando Torres Gets Wet

KICKETTE 06 November @ 08:10 AM EST

We had other plans for this space today, Kickettes.

But, our in-box wants what it wants. And this morning, we were emailed a set of Fernando Torres photos that involve him getting wet in the name of his PES 2009* advert. This sole situation would be enough to warrant our undivided attention, time and focus for at least three weeks.

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The Friday Fit: Fernando Torres Gets Wet

KICKETTE 06 November @ 08:10 AM EST

We had other plans for this space today, Kickettes.

But, our in-box wants what it wants. And this morning, we were emailed a set of Fernando Torres photos that involve him getting wet in the name of his PES 2009* advert. This sole situation would be enough to warrant our undivided attention, time and focus for at least three weeks.

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Season Recap: FC Dallas

WVHooligan 02 November @ 02:50 PM EST

Jeff Cunningham had reasons to smile late in 2009. (Getty Images)

This season was certainly a tale of two halves for FC Dallas. Things got off to the rockiest of starts that saw fans across North Texas grew more upset with the way things were being run in Frisco while the end of the year sure seemed to show things could actually be headed into the right direction for 2010.

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UPDATE -- Blanco to Veracruz

Fire Confidential | ChicagoNow 29 October @ 08:55 PM EST
Hey everyone, just wanted to clear a few things up in regards to the Blanco situation.
A source close to the situation told me that Blanco and Veracruz agreed to a one year deal -- which will begin in January -- with an opt out clause for any point in the year. This means that Blanco can choose to leave Veracruz at any point during the one-year deal and either return to the Fire (who will continue negotiating with Blanco and his agent), join another team or retire. Click to continue reading...

Will the Red Bulls hire Richie Williams?

Soccer By Ives 28 October @ 12:03 PM EST

Of all the decisions to be made on head coaching positions in Major League Soccer this off-season, perhaps none is being watched more carefully than the New York Red Bulls' decision on whether to keep Richie Williams as head coach.

Hiring Williams would seem like a no-brainer for a club that watched him take a hopeless team and transform it into a respectable one that posted more points in eight matches (11) than it posted in its first 22 (10).

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Will the Red Bulls hire Richie Williams?

Soccer By Ives 28 October @ 12:03 PM EST

Of all the decisions to be made on head coaching positions in Major League Soccer this off-season, perhaps none is being watched more carefully than the New York Red Bulls' decision on whether to keep Richie Williams as head coach.

Hiring Williams would seem like a no-brainer for a club that watched him take a hopeless team and transform it into a respectable one that posted more points in eight matches (11) than it posted in its first 22 (10).

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Man United Fans Going Prepared For Liverpool Match

Man United Devils 24 October @ 05:21 AM EST
In 1994 the Liverpool crowd decided to taunt Man United fans by putting out a banner which read- ‘Au revoir Cantona and Man United... come back when you've won 18'.
Man United have now equalised Liverpool's record of 18 League titles. Tomorrow Man United will be returning to Anfield for the first time since winning 18 league titles. Click to continue reading...

'The top four are no longer invincible'

Bitter and Blue 20 October @ 01:21 PM EST

"There are some good teams in the Premier League this year," the Manchester City boss said. "There is a focus on ourselves because we have the ambition to have a good season.

"But the fact there is a threat to the teams who have had those top four places is adding extra pressure.

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DT Exclusive: Heskey’s texts

Dirty Tackle 20 October @ 03:35 AM EST

It's being reported that at a team dinner prior to England's match against Ukraine, Emile Heskey caused Fabio Capello to shout at the squad in a fit of anger all because the striker was caught secretly texting under the table, breaking Capello's strict rule against phones at meal team. The following is a transcript of that incident.

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Fulham beats Hull City 2-0 – Recap and Video Highlights – Monday, October 19, 2009

The 90th Minute Soccer Blog 19 October @ 04:08 PM EST
Fulham beats Hull City 2-0 - Recap and Video Highlights - Monday, October 19, 2009-1.052009-10-19 16:08:31Jonathon Feyerherm

The English Premier League had one match on Monday, October 19, 2009 as Fulham hosted Hull City at Craven Cottage. Both teams have struggled early and are in need of points. Here's a recap of the EPL match along with video highlights.

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He just won't learn!

I Know Soccer 08 October @ 07:32 PM EST
THAT'S IT!!! I might be the last one to do so, but I'm officially off the Ronaldinho bandwagon!!!After promising to his teammates to become a more responsible and professional player, Ronaldinho has let everyone down once again. His level of play is not improving, neither is his fitness, or game shape. Click to continue reading...

He just won't learn!

I Know Soccer 08 October @ 07:32 PM EST
THAT'S IT!!! I might be the last one to do so, but I'm officially off the Ronaldinho bandwagon!!!After promising to his teammates to become a more responsible and professional player, Ronaldinho has let everyone down once again. His level of play is not improving, neither is his fitness, or game shape. Click to continue reading...

Lampard battles obesity

The Beautiful Game (2) 06 October @ 01:04 PM EST
I guess it kind of makes sense.
Since for some reason, Chelsea star Frank Lampard is deemed to be out of shape by his critics. So much so they call him Fatty Frank.
He's just looking out for the children. Click to continue reading...

DTotD: Fat ref crotch shot

Dirty Tackle 05 October @ 12:35 AM EST

On a weekend where Sir Alex Ferguson made headlines after Man United's lucky 2-2 draw with Sunderland on Saturday by saying:

"The fitness of both sets of players, the pace of the game, demanded a referee who was fit. He [the match ref]'s not fit.

"It's an indictment of our game that we see referees from abroad are fit as butchers' dogs.

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DISAPPOINTING RESULT AT THE BRIDGE

Friends of Liverpool FC 04 October @ 03:33 PM EST
That was hard to take.
Matching Chelsea stride for stride all throughout the match, never second best in the game. Yet we end up losing 2-0.
We looked comfortable all the way through this game until Didier Drogba whipped in a ball for Anelka to score and it was 1-0.
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Wenger: I won’t nominate my successor

Arsenal Insider 04 October @ 02:14 AM EST

by CARL ELDRIDGE Arsene Wenger won't have a say in who will replace him when he finally calls it a day as the boss of the Gunners.
Yesterday it seemed that AW was endorsing a move for Thierry Henry to take up the hotseat but not according to an interview in this morning's News of the World, in which he says: "I will not nominate my successor.

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24 Game losing streak ended

SoccerCoachingBlog.com - “Let’s talk soccer” 01 October @ 04:06 PM EST

Yesterday my players played away at a conference rival's and ended a 24 game losing streak. During this time the team scored a total of 14 goals and conceded over 100 goals!

We played very well, we were disciplined, kept our shape and held the opposition to a 0-0 tie. The game went into golden goal overtime and the game remained 0-0.

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Vieri reveals Fat Ronaldo fun

Dirty Tackle 30 September @ 01:13 PM EST

Bobo Vieri recently appeared on the Italian TV show noted for its managerial lap dances, Chiambretti Night, and spoke about the tons of fun he and Fat Ronaldo used to have in their days at Inter:

"When I was at Inter, Ronaldo was the player who trained less than anyone else, because he was the best footballer in the world and it is true that we went back home at between 5 and 6 in the morning.

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Sol Campbell is The Man

Fighting Talker 23 September @ 08:16 PM EST
It's always been my dream to have one of those super high-paying jobs. You know, not one where they measure your salary with 6 figures for the year, but one like modern day footballers have, where they eek out a modest go at life on 5 figures per week.
I mean, I'm out of shape, washed up, saddling up to middle-age and have the athletic ability of Andrew the Giant (in his current state), but sign me up for about $65,000 a week and you will see me run for 90 minutes on a soccer field like you could never imagine. Click to continue reading...