by Patrick 'Rey' Reynell >Spain wins 2010 World Cup The analysts called it an ugly win and the fouls would suggest so, but they expressed content at the "best team" deservedly winning the 2010 World Cup. Mark it up as two major trophies in the past two years for Spain who also won Euro 2008. Andres Iniesta scored the lone goal in extra time to as Spain defeated the … [Read more...] about Soccer Splinters | July 12, 2010
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Soccer Splinters | July 22, 2009
by Patrick 'Rey' Reynell >Carlo Ancelotti newest Chelsea manager, already seeing transfer strain of EPL financial woes Italian manager Carlo Ancelotti left AC Milan to become the most recent manager at Stamford Bridge. This is Chelsea's fifth manager since hiring Jose Mourinho away from FC Porto in 2004. While Mourinho brought the club two Premier League titles and … [Read more...] about Soccer Splinters | July 22, 2009
Soccer Splinters | July 16, 2009
by Patrick 'Rey' Reynell >Landon Donovan and David Beckham exchange words; MLS could use the publicity Six months away playing for one of Europe's elite teams, David Beckham made his return to the Los Angeles Galaxy for practices earlier this week. His return did not come without media attention thanks to teammate Landon Donvan. Apparently Donovan bashed the beloved … [Read more...] about Soccer Splinters | July 16, 2009
On the Pitch with an American Novice: The Soccer Learning Curve – The Americas Edition
So here’s the plan: I want to choose an MLS team to follow and perhaps cheer for next season. As I was watching the U.S. National team play, I realized that I’ve limited my soccer knowledge intake to European football. If I want to back an MLS team and have a greater appreciation for my country’s team, I better learn the terminology on this side of the pond as well. And just to … [Read more...] about On the Pitch with an American Novice: The Soccer Learning Curve – The Americas Edition
On the Pitch with an American Novice: Focus on MLS
Sometimes getting started is the hardest part. In last week’s “On the Pitch,” I gave the MLS a chance. I watched my very first regular season game and kept a diary of my impressions. I admit that I came into it with a fair amount of pessimism. I decided to dig a little deeper and find out what others are saying, whether avid soccer fans or those with a mild interest. Upon … [Read more...] about On the Pitch with an American Novice: Focus on MLS