Soccer Thread

[Adam White]

that free kick by Chelsea.  HAHAAHAH

Ouch! I just saw that on YouTube. Embarrassing!

[bencrix]

I don't see this as a win-the-league-or-bust season for Spurs. Most folks received a raise and a contract extension this season, including Poch. Top 4 + Champions League would be mission accomplished. If they finish out of the top 4, I'd start to worry about Dele going to Real Madrid. But Levy would still hold all the cards. Can't think of a club that Poch would be tempted to jump to, either.

[bencrix]

More on the subject of Spurs' fullbacks:

Hard to imagine a manager and style that depends more one's abilities as a fullback than Tottenham's. I think Rose and Walker probably realize that only a massive pay raise would improve on their current situation. I know its often said that these players care only about the money (and I would not begrudge them that were it so), but I'm not so sure that is always the case.

[Adam White]

More on the subject of Spurs' fullbacks:

Hard to imagine a manager and style that depends more one's abilities as a fullback than Tottenham's. I think Rose and Walker probably realize that only a massive pay raise would improve on their current situation. I know its often said that these players care only about the money (and I would not begrudge them that were it so), but I'm not so sure that is always the case.

Maybe. But Rose did mention that he wants to win things. I can see him being tempted away by a more successful club. To be honest, I wouldn't be as worried if they had managed a decent showing in the Champions League. Top 4 + quarterfinals or semifinals would look good. Maybe they will win the Europa League, but I don't see it happening.

[bencrix]

Maybe. But Rose did mention that he wants to win things.

So he transfers to United? Nah! 

[Adam White]

Maybe. But Rose did mention that he wants to win things.

So he transfers to United? Nah! 

Ha! Probably Madrid, as we're apparently their feeder club.

[TimmyB]

Maybe. But Rose did mention that he wants to win things.

So he transfers to United? Nah! 

After last night, I wouldn't blame him.  On the other hand, if he looks at either of our FB's, he's knowing he could walk into the team.  God, I am so sick of watching people shoehorned into postions.  Ashley Young sits and watches all season long, while Rashford looks like Bambi out there on the left wing.  This team couldn't score if they walked down Las Vegas Boulevard with $100 bills falling out of their pockets.

[Adam White]

Maybe. But Rose did mention that he wants to win things.

So he transfers to United? Nah! 

After last night, I wouldn't blame him.  On the other hand, if he looks at either of our FB's, he's knowing he could walk into the team.  God, I am so sick of watching people shoehorned into postions.  Ashley Young sits and watches all season long, while Rashford looks like Bambi out there on the left wing.  This team couldn't score if they walked down Las Vegas Boulevard with $100 bills falling out of their pockets.

There's something kind of funny about Spurs having one of the best defences in the League (for a few years now). Used to be that they'd manage a fifth place finish with a single-digit goal difference (or thereabouts).

[TimmyB]

Maybe. But Rose did mention that he wants to win things.

So he transfers to United? Nah! 

After last night, I wouldn't blame him.  On the other hand, if he looks at either of our FB's, he's knowing he could walk into the team.  God, I am so sick of watching people shoehorned into postions.  Ashley Young sits and watches all season long, while Rashford looks like Bambi out there on the left wing.  This team couldn't score if they walked down Las Vegas Boulevard with $100 bills falling out of their pockets.

There's something kind of funny about Spurs having one of the best defences in the League (for a few years now). Used to be that they'd manage a fifth place finish with a single-digit goal difference (or thereabouts).

That's pretty much where United are, right now.  Since the loss to Chelsea in late October, they've given up only 14 goals in 23 outings in all comps, and 11 of those 23 were clean sheets.  And, it's not because they play this boring, possession-at-all-costs football as LVG did.  They simply don't take their chances.

[Adam White]

Maybe. But Rose did mention that he wants to win things.

So he transfers to United? Nah! 

After last night, I wouldn't blame him.  On the other hand, if he looks at either of our FB's, he's knowing he could walk into the team.  God, I am so sick of watching people shoehorned into postions.  Ashley Young sits and watches all season long, while Rashford looks like Bambi out there on the left wing.  This team couldn't score if they walked down Las Vegas Boulevard with $100 bills falling out of their pockets.

There's something kind of funny about Spurs having one of the best defences in the League (for a few years now). Used to be that they'd manage a fifth place finish with a single-digit goal difference (or thereabouts).

That's pretty much where United are, right now.  Since the loss to Chelsea in late October, they've given up only 14 goals in 23 outings in all comps, and 11 of those 23 were clean sheets.  And, it's not because they play this boring, possession-at-all-costs football as LVG did.  They simply don't take their chances.

Spurs have always played pretty exciting football - but every time they'd score, they'd ship a goal. Not as bad now, obviously. Maybe United's fortunes will improve in a season or two if they keep Mourinho and make some clever purchases.

[TimmyB]

Hey, guys.  Did you see what was just announced?  Real vs Barca in Miami this summer, as part of the International Champions Cup that's been going on for the past few years!!!  Holy smokes, that is going to be a hot ticket.

[JaxAvondale]

http://www.espnfc.us/english-premier-league/story/3095417/premier-league-playing-39th-game-in-us-not-that-far-away-icc-chief

If Fulham gets promoted then there is a good chance that we will be able to see a Premier League match in Jacksonville in the near future.

[TimmyB]

http://www.espnfc.us/english-premier-league/story/3095417/premier-league-playing-39th-game-in-us-not-that-far-away-icc-chief

If Fulham gets promoted then there is a good chance that we will be able to see a Premier League match in Jacksonville in the near future.

1.  No way this happens.

2.  See rule #1.

3.  Just in case, make sure Fulham's players all get the flu this month.

What a terrible idea.  Who are you going to bring to the US?  United vs City?  Chelsea/Arsenal?  WBA vs Bournemouth?  That'll pack 'em in.  This guy is a promoter, nothing more.  He is throwing crap up against the wall just to see if any of it sticks. 

[JaxAvondale]

http://www.espnfc.us/english-premier-league/story/3095417/premier-league-playing-39th-game-in-us-not-that-far-away-icc-chief

If Fulham gets promoted then there is a good chance that we will be able to see a Premier League match in Jacksonville in the near future.

1.  No way this happens.

2.  See rule #1.

3.  Just in case, make sure Fulham's players all get the flu this month.

What a terrible idea.  Who are you going to bring to the US?  United vs City?  Chelsea/Arsenal?  WBA vs Bournemouth?  That'll pack 'em in.  This guy is a promoter, nothing more.  He is throwing crap up against the wall just to see if any of it sticks.

I think any PL match would do well in the states. Also, I'm sure that NBC is pushing for an abroad week as well.

[Adam White]

I assume you're talking about a friendly, right?