The Turning Point Aug 5, 2009
Northern European soccer was on the rise, and its high-tempo rhythm, physical intensity and growing tactical awareness would present a new challenge. Eleven years later, in the '74 World Cup, the Netherlands made true on the threat, beating Uruguay, Argentina and Brazil with an authority that instantly made old-style South American soccer obsolete. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Soccer)
ESPN also planning to air MLS matches in Britain Jul 29, 2009
ESPN to show MLS, European soccer in U.K. - Soccer - SI.com ... ESPN to show MLS, European soccer in U.K.. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Soccer)
As World Football Challenge Comes To Baltimore, Sun Profiles Loyola's International Flavor Jul 25, 2009
Ken Murray writes about the influx of European soccer talent to Baltimore. July 24, 2009. (Loyolagreyhounds.com)
Beckham blunder - Reconstructing mistakes of Galaxy, its star Jul 25, 2009
Beckham had proved himself in the crucible of first-rank European soccer - starring with three of the world s greatest clubs - and, by this season, Donovan had twice failed to find a place on leading German teams. The Galaxy and American soccer are an interesting and lucrative opportunity for Beckham; for Donovan they re the pillars of an identity-creating career. (Missoulian, MT)
THE TO-DO LIST: 10 things you should check out this week Jul 21, 2009
With European soccer season getting under way in just a couple of weeks, four of the world's best-known powerhouses -- England's Chelsea FC, Mexico's Club America and Italian rivals AC Milan and Inter Milan -- have landed in the United States for a. ESPN Deportes delivers live coverage of every match. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Beckham booed on his return to MLS Jul 18, 2009
EAST RUTHERFORD (New Jersey): Maybe it was the heat, or the global commute or the rust from weeks without the intense effort of European soccer, but it turned out to be a quiet return for the marquee player of US soccer, David Beckham. The England international was booed by the crowd with every touch of the ball but said, after playing a minor role in the Los Angeles Galaxys convincing win over Major League Soccers worst team, he was pleased to be back with his team-mates. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Gregory SicaINSIDE SOCCER Jul 17, 2009
United teammate David Beckham, who joined the Los Angeles Galaxy in an attempt to repair his reputation outside the glitz and glamour of European soccer, Vern pursued his childhood dream of helping his beloved Estudiantes return to the pinnacle of South American soccer. Unlike most, Vern gave up the opportunity to continue to play at a top European club (along with the big salary) for the sole purpose of helping Estudiantes regain its identity after almost 40 years with nothing to show. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Soccer)
European soccer clubs seek talented Asian players Jul 16, 2009
Anchorage Daily News. Daylight : 4:55 AM - 11:17 PM. (Anchorage Daily News)
Revolution come close but don’t reach their goal in loss to Fire Jul 16, 2009
in European soccer, with stops at clubs like FC Porto in Portugal, Club Brugges in Belgium, and Real Soceidad in Spain. I think you d have to be blind to not see the quality the guy s got, Nicol said. (Boston Globe)
KP ignores critics Jul 16, 2009
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O'Neill: No crisis in Australia Jul 15, 2009
com's Khaya Ndubane wonders if the influx European soccer legends is good for SA.. Win two sets of double tickets to the Currie Cup match between the Sharks and Boland on Friday. (iAfrica.com)
Legends good for PSL Jul 14, 2009
Article By: Tue, 14 Jul 2009 07:06 The 2010 World Cup has not generated business interest in South Africa, but it has led a number of European soccer legends-turned-coaches into the Absa Premiership ... com's Khaya Ndubane wonders if the influx European soccer legends is good for SA.. (iAfrica.com)
European soccer taps Latin American connection Jul 10, 2009
Posted: Thursday July 9, 2009 10:19PM; Updated: Thursday July 9, 2009 10:19PM. Europeans tap Latin American connection for soccer pipeline. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Soccer)
Tim VickeryINSIDE SOCCER Jul 8, 2009
As anyone with the slightest knowledge of European soccer is aware, qualification for the continental competitions is a vital part of the success of the domestic leagues, and the same process is now taking place in Brazil. It's hard to escape the conclusion that behind this journalist's arguments, there lies, if not xenophobia, an indifference to the rest of the continent. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Soccer)
Melting Pot Of Success Jul 5, 2009
Defenseman Stephen Duggan believes Melody's tough-nosed European soccer roots might be the source of his coaching philosophy. "It's a different game than when he played," Duggan said. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Center Of Attention Jun 24, 2009
Intellectually, it was underpinned by the physical development of the game and the rise in northern European soccer in the '60s and '70s -- especially the Dutch of '74. They put so much pressure on the ball, hustling the South American playmakers out of their stride, that many in Brazil decided there was little point in a team trying to pass its way through packed midfields. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Soccer)
Garcia out to add his name to Spains success Jun 18, 2009
Barcelona won European soccer s Champions League, Alberto Contador has completed the Triple Crown of cycling with victories in the Tour de France, Tour of Italy and Tour of Spain and Rafael Nadal has ascended to world No. 1 in tennis. Garcia, who announced himself with an exhilarating runner-up finish to Tiger Woods at the 1999 PGA Championship as a 19-year-old, is still looking for his maiden major. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
U.S. player sues over alleged 'dirty monkey' slur Jun 3, 2009
Onyewu claims Van Damme insulted him during European soccer match ... BRUSSELS - U.S. defender Oguchi Onyewu is suing an Anderlecht player over an alleged racial insult, hoping the case will help eradicate on-field racist abuse in European soccer. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Blatter's foreigner-quota rule set for nasty battle Jun 2, 2009
NASSAU, Bahamas (AP) -European soccer officials will abstain if a vote is taken by the sport's worldwide body this week to restrict teams to a maximum of five foreign players in starting lineups. FIFA president Sepp Blatter backs the plan, which is supported by many of his organization's members and could drastically change the makeup of many of the world's best-known clubs, such as ones in the English Premier League. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Soccer)
Ian ThomsenINSIDE THE NBA May 30, 2009
" 3. Europeans are superior floppers. This affinity has to come from the highest levels of soccer, where players not only dive but routinely writhe in fake agony, only to hop up and resume full speed as soon as the referee has issued the yellow card. European soccer players are the kinds of people who wear neck braces after fender-benders, and that attitude has carried into basketball. "All the European players who come into the NBA know how to take a charge and know how to flop, too," said... (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NBA)
ManU-Barcelona: Champions League Final Is Not Only European Soccer Prize At Stake May 28, 2009
Fox Soccer Channel or ESPN. You see, the UEFA Champions League final and player of the year honors aren;t the only European futbol prizes up for grabs. (Multichannel News)
The week ahead and welcome to it May 24, 2009
FA Cup final, 7 a.m., Fox Soccer Channel: This is the last European soccer thing we do for months, honest. It's the FA Cup - Chelsea-Everton at Wembley. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Young Matildas in 4-1 win to open tour May 24, 2009
The Young Matildas kicked off their European soccer tour with an emphatic 4-1 victory over their Finland counterparts in Varese, Italy. In hot conditions, the Australian Under 19 team got off to a good start when captain Tameka Butt played in Marianna Tabain who scored with a shot from the left flank in the fourth minute. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Rising from the ashes May 21, 2009
Construction of the 15 000-seater facility was completed in 1951 and, for the next 25 years or so, some of the countrys top teams (Highlands Park, Germiston Callies, Addington etc) strutted their stuff along with some of the giants of European soccer, including Arsenal, Ajax, Newcastle United and Real Madrid. In the 1960s, major renovations were carried out with the construction of a VIP stand and additional grandstand seating. (iAfrica.com)
Refs will get power to stop matches over racism, say UEFA May 14, 2009
The executive committee of European soccer s governing body ruled on Tuesday that referees will be allowed to take strong and decisive action if matches are marred by racist jeering from fans. The idea will now be examined more closely and new guidelines will be given to referees after the next executive committee meeting in Vilnius at the beginning of July. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
RETURN FROM EUROPE: Three U.S. Cup vets back in MLS May 8, 2009
Clint Mathis, Bobby Convey and Eddie Lewis all have played in the World Cup and lived the ups and downs of European soccer. For different reasons, they have returned home to settle down and are discovering new roles on their MLS teams. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Sports commissioners focusing on economy May 7, 2009
On another topic, Stern sounded worried about the spread of gambling and cited the presence of betting windows at European soccer stadiums, specifically Manchester United matches. Gambling is the American way. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Four main commisioners discuss future of sports May 7, 2009
On another topic, Stern sounded worried about the spread of gambling and cited the presence of betting windows at European soccer stadiums, specifically Manchester United matches. "Gambling is the American way. Some 40-some-odd states probably have lotteries. Those that may or may not, they authorize reservation gambling. Now it's the slots being at racetracks, and more is coming," he said. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
City push West Brom to brink of relegation Apr 20, 2009
LONDON: Tottenham Hotspur maintained their late-season drive for European soccer and pushed Newcastle United further towards relegation when they won a one-sided Premier League match 1-0 at White Hart Lane yesterday. Darren Bent scored the only goal after 24 minutes as Spurs, beaten once in their last nine league matches, moved to within one point of West Ham United and seventh place which should guarantee a place in the Europa League next season. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Toronto the rowdy Apr 12, 2009
Nowhere is that habit more ingrained than in the fervent following that European soccer teams engender, where chants and loyalties are passed on through generations. The explosion in popularity of Toronto FC, the local entry in the MLS just beginning its third season, borrows from those traditions. (Globe and Mail)
* BUNDES LIGA: Leverkusen win to keep Europa League bid alive Apr 7, 2009
Werder Bremen are all but out of the running for European soccer next season despite Claudio Pizarros hat-trick in their 4-1 home victory over Hannover. We know the Bundesliga is just about over for us, but we have to continue to play well, Pizarro said. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Sports)
Pizarro scores hat-trick in Bremens big win Apr 7, 2009
Bayer, who still hope to qualify for European soccer next season, scored through Stefan Kiessling and Patrick Helmes with a penalty. Moenchengladbach and last-placed Karlsruhe shared the points in a 0-0 draw. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
MLB Network Hits a Home Run Apr 7, 2009
The result is that the network shows up in about 42 million homes, but in many cases, only on the expensive sports tier, alongside European Soccer League coverage. The NFL wants to be on the basic system, where Joe Six-Pack can tune in. (Slate)
Obama gives iPod to the queen Apr 2, 2009
President Barack Obama said Wednesday he s taken enough flak for making his NCAA college basketball selections; he s not about to wade into European soccer or, as he correctly called it in London, football. A reporter asked Obama his picks for the upcoming World Cup qualifier between England the Ukraine. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Obama says he won't offer views on Euro soccer Apr 2, 2009
LONDON (AP) - He says he's taken enough flak for making his NCAA college basketball selections, so President Barack Obama says he's not about to wade into European soccer - or, as he correctly called it in London, "football.'' He was asked at a news conference Wednesday with British Prime Minister Gordon Brown whether he had a "good luck message'' for the team from England, which is playing Ukraine later in the day in a World Cup qualifying match. Obama says his college basketball predictions,... (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Soccer)
Obama won't offer soccer views Apr 2, 2009
LONDON (AP) -He says he's taken enough flak for making his NCAA college basketball selections, so President Barack Obama says he's not about to wade into European soccer - or, as he correctly called it in London, "football.''He was asked at a news conference Wednesday with British Prime Minister Gordon Brown whether he had a "good luck message'' for the team from England, which is playing Ukraine later in the day in a World Cup qualifying match. Obama says his college basketball predictions, in... (MSNBC -- Sports)
Euro roundup: Italy, Germany lead WC groups Mar 29, 2009
European Soccer Roundup: Italytops Montenegro, Germany rolls - Soccer - SI.com. . (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Soccer)
Platini says match-fixing big problem Mar 26, 2009
The European soccer governing body plans to clamp down on any offenders, Platini said Wednesday at the opening of the annual UEFA Congress. General secretary David Taylor said UEFA was monitoring about 27,000 games and would present its findings soon. (MSNBC -- Sports)
UEFA looks at luxury tax to curb teams' spending Mar 25, 2009
COPENHAGEN (AP) -European soccer's governing body has looked at Major League Baseball's luxury tax policy for inspiration as it seeks to control spending. "The devil is in adapting these rules to a European context,'' UEFA spokesman William Gaillard said Tuesday in a telephone interview with The Associated Press.The MLB system works by taxing free-spending clubs on all they spend above a set payroll. If the luxury tax idea found favor, big spending soccer clubs would have to pay their tax before... (MSNBC -- Sports)
International soccer powers to play at Ga. Dome Mar 25, 2009
Milan s roster includes three winners of the Ballon d Or the trophy for European soccer player of the year Brazil s Ronaldinho and Kaka, and Ukraine s Andriy Shevchenko. Currently, Milan has David Beckham on loan from the L.A. Galaxy, though he ll be back playing for Major League Soccer a few weeks before the Atlanta match. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Seattle, New York Set To Open 2009 MLS Season Mar 19, 2009
As a result, Keller, who is a U.S. national team veteran with 100 caps as well as an established veteran of European soccer, isn't sure what to expect from his new home field. "It would be nice to have had a couple gated preseason games just to get that feel for it, but that's not what's happening and so we are going to have to really be up for that. That is where we are truly going to be able to tell where we are at, after the first couple games," he said. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Soccer | UEFA Champions League Roundup: Real Madrid suffers historic humiliation Mar 12, 2009
Real Madrid, the most illustrious club in European soccer and by all accounts the richest in the world game, had better start investing its wealth in a fresh start. Under a clear, full moon on Tuesday, its team was crushed, 4-0, in Liverpool. (International Herald Tribune)
British pol calls for security help for 2012 Games Mar 11, 2009
The MIC had chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear decontamination teams on standby during the 2004 European soccer championships in Portugal. "We are surprised that this process is not already in hand, and we recommend the government begin liaising with the MIC as a matter of urgency," Jopling said. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
France, Italy, Turkey, Swe.-Nor. bid for Euro '16 Mar 11, 2009
GENEVA (AP) -Four candidates are in the running to host the European soccer championship in 2016. Individual bids from France, Italy and Turkey and a joint proposal from Sweden-Norway were made before the deadline of midnight on Monday. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Soccer)
Shoalts: Kelly wants Olympics and World Cup to alternate Mar 10, 2009
J A from Toronto, Canada writes: The simplest solution is to follow what they already do in European soccer and basketball, have a major international tournament every 2 years. For basketball it's the summer olympics and world basketball championships, european soccer has the european championships and the world cup. (Globe and Mail -- Sports)
* THE FA CUP: Hodgson looking to recreate magic of '75 Mar 7, 2009
Now 61, Hodgson has put all his experience to good use in lifting Fulham from the brink of relegation to within sight of European soccer in just over a year in charge. And he is relishing the prospect of derailing Manchester Uniteds charge for an unprecedented haul of five trophies by pulling off an upset in a quarter-final meeting that is arguably the pick of this weekends ties. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Sports)
* Win moves United closer to title Mar 6, 2009
West Hams push for European soccer next season received another boost with a hard-fought 1-0 win at Wigan. Blackburn earned a valuable point by holding Everton to a goalless draw while stoppage time winner by substitute Manucho earned Hull a 1-0 win at Fulham. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
Holcomb breaks through in bobsled Mar 2, 2009
Scotland and Wales abandoned plans for a joint bid to host the 2016 European Soccer Championships because funding the required infrastructure developments would be tough during the global economic downturn. Copyright 2009 Globe Newspaper Company. (Boston Globe)
AC Milan refuses to raise offer for Beckham Feb 22, 2009
Vittorio Zunino Celotto / Getty ImagesA clause in David Beckham's contract allows him to leave the Galaxy at the end of this year, and he has indicated a desire to return to European soccer ... Beckham made a return to European soccer midweek, appearing at the end of Milan's 1-1 tie to Werder Bremen. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Hard to predict if players will be injury-prone Feb 21, 2009
Hewett, who works with Bengals team physicians and consults with European soccer clubs, believes tests can be designed to measure how vulnerable to injury an athlete is and that proper drills can help lessen that. I think these people think theyre snakebitten in some way, he said, but theres much more to it than that. (MSNBC -- Sports)
WORLD SOCCER MAGAZINEThe time finally may be here for the Euro leagues to steal a page from American sports' playbook. Feb 17, 2009
Global financial crisis may force European soccer leagues to salary caps - World Soccer - SI.com ... Or is it the case that European soccer is now finally going to pursue the path of financial sanity ... Salary caps come in many guises, and I think it's instructive to look at the three variations currently being used in the trio of major North American sporting leagues where the riches generated, and the wage levels of the star players, are on same scale as the wealthiest European soccer... (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Soccer)
Cameron Noakes You think Collingwood's got a few bucks? Well their coffers hold small change when compared with European soccer clubs. Read more Feb 16, 2009
Well, quite obscenely, Collingwood's coffers hold small change when you compare it with the might and power of European soccer clubs. In a financial survey released last week, the wealthiest soccer clubs were listed and, not surprisingly, Manchester United came out looking very healthy indeed, with a 45 million ($A98 million) jump in its "year-on-year income", flying in the face of the economic meltdown. (The Age, Australia)
20 sent to jail for part in illegal gambling generating US$1b Feb 16, 2009
One major exception is a state-run lottery, which allows wagers on the outcomes of matches in major European soccer leagues. The Shanghai court sentenced Qian Baochun to six years in prison and ordered him to pay a fine of 5 million yuan ($725,000) for establishing gambling Web sites. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Another Kiffin violation Feb 14, 2009
What, are you a European soccer fan. Face it, you re pathetic volunteer program got just what it needed, a pathetic excuse for a head coach. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
In recession, Nike is likely to cut marketing Feb 13, 2009
Nike, known globally through its endorsement deals with athletes like Tiger Woods and Kobe Bryant and European soccer clubs including Manchester United and Arsenal, signaled that it was in a cost-cutting mode by saying on Tuesday that it would eliminate as many as 1,400 jobs, or 4 percent of its work force. Even if the company reins in advertising spending, sports sponsorships and endorsement deals - which is considered likely - Nike would still be able to maintain its dominant position,... (International Herald Tribune -- Technology)
Little done to stop racism in European soccer Feb 8, 2009
Racism has become the scourge of European soccer stadiums. Whether the supporters are watching a minor league in Serbia or a major European competition such as the Champions League, matches are stubbornly plagued by prejudice from the Mediterranean Sea to the Ural Mountains. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
UEFA happy with Ukraines Euro 2012 progress Feb 8, 2009
KIEV: European soccer authorities are pleased with Ukraine s progress in preparing for the Euro 2012 championship, to be co-hosted with neighbouring Poland, senior Ukrainian officials said on Friday. Deputy Prime Minister Ivan Vasyunyk said a visiting UEFA delegation, led by secretary-general David Taylor, no longer harboured doubts about Ukraine s preparations after a tour this week of Ukrainian host cities. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
