Julian Brandt Country: Germany Club: Bayern Leverkusen The German starting 11 is one of the hardest to get into. While it remains to be seen how big of a role Brandt will play at this World Cup, he was good enough to keep EPL Young Player of the Year Leroy Sane on his couch this summer. … Continue reading Under the Radar: Five players to watch
US Back in Action
US defeats Bolivia 3 - 0 With the World Cup set to begin in just a few days, the US faced off against Bolivia for a final tune-up before the squad heads to Russia. Wait wait wait... unfortunately, only one of those things is true for the US National Team. They did in fact play … Continue reading US Back in Action
Andres Iniesta leaving Barcelona
Last week, it was announced that this season would be Andres Iniesta's last for Barcelona. The news was met with an outpouring of love on social media. This particular tweet above, from @Squawka, really stuck out to me. It perfectly sums up the kind of player Iniesta was during his international career and time at … Continue reading Andres Iniesta leaving Barcelona
Arsene Leaving Arsenal
When I woke up on Friday Morning to the news that Arsene Wenger was leaving Arsenal I couldn't believe what I was reading. Having only ever known Arsenal under Wenger, whatever happens next is going to be unfamiliar territory. With that being said, I along with most Arsenal fans believe that the correct decision has … Continue reading Arsene Leaving Arsenal
What we know so far: The EPL
No one is catching Man City: Not exactly going out on a limb here but I think it's safe to say the race for the Premier League title is over. Pep Guardiola's squad will enter 2018 having not lost a single game in the league. The only drama surrounding City in the second half of the … Continue reading What we know so far: The EPL
World Cup Draw: Rapid Reaction
Group A (Russia, Uruguay, Egypt, Saudi Arabia) Absolutely shocked the host nation was able to get a relatively easy draw (wink, wink). Luis Suarez (Uruguay) and Mohammed Salah (Egypt) should provide some excitement in this group. Winner: Uruguay Runner up: Egypt Group B (Portugal, Spain, Iran, Morocco) Spain and Portugal are extremely happy to be … Continue reading World Cup Draw: Rapid Reaction
Player Profile: Toni Kroos
The German has won all there is to win in world football. He played a big role in Germany's World Cup run in 2014 and has been a no brainer selection in Real Madrid's midfield for their last two Champions League winning seasons. He's not particular fast and doesn't score a lot of goals but … Continue reading Player Profile: Toni Kroos
Alexi Lalas slams US National Team
Link to the rant ( https://twitter.com/FOXSoccer/status/907082469337317377 ) Soccer twitter was sent into a frenzy this morning when Alexi Lalas's message about the USMNT made its rounds. The outspoken former US defender criticized Tim Howard, Michael Bradley, Jozy Altidore, Geoff Cameron, Clint Dempsey, and Christian Pulisic for their recent play. The meat of Lalas's rant can be … Continue reading Alexi Lalas slams US National Team
Premier League Predictions
With the EPL season set to kick off this Friday.....my predictions are sure to be 100% correct. It is also important to remember that the transfer window is still open at this time. Onto the predictions: 1: Manchester City Many thought City would run away with last year's title after starting off with six straight wins. … Continue reading Premier League Predictions
Transfer Round Up
With the summer transfer window fully underway, I wanted to take a look at some of the most important signings we have seen so far. Romelu Lukaku to Manchester United Reported fee: 75 million pounds Lukaku finally got his big money move to Manchester this past week. While the official announcement came as no surprise, … Continue reading Transfer Round Up
