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This Weekend's Soccer on TV
This Weekend's Soccer on TV
soccerbyives.net — The 2010 MLS Cup will serve as the marquee match of a busy weekend of soccer on TV. The LA Galaxy takes on Real Salt Lake on Sunday night in a match that should offer plenty of intrigue and attacking soccer. Before we get to that championship match, soccer fans will be treated with quality ... (more) This Weekend's Soccer on TV
Denmark 3, USA 1: A Look Back
Denmark 3, USA 1: A Look Back
soccerbyives.net — The U.S. men's national team had plenty of bright spots and highlights in 2009, but the final game of the year had few moments worth remembering. With most of the team's top stars unavailable, Bob Bradley handed opportunities to several players to show that they deserve more playing ... (more) Denmark 3, USA 1: A Look Back
Who would you vote into the 2010 Hall of Fame class?
Who would you vote into the 2010 Hall of Fame class?
soccerbyives.net — Photo by ISIphotos.com The voting for the 2010 National Soccer Hall of Fame closed on Thursday evening, and while I was able to squeeze my ballot in just under the deadline, it was far from an easy decision to make. There were 24 names on the ballot. Twenty four stars, standouts and ... (more) Who would you vote into the 2010 Hall of Fame class?
SBI's Friday Free Kicks: What about Shalrie, where will Schelotto go, and more
SBI's Friday Free Kicks: What about Shalrie, where will Schelotto go, and more
soccerbyives.net — Landon Donovan was named the 2009 MLS Most Valuable Player on Thursday, and while it is tough to argue against awarding the U.S. national team star for his performance this season, the MVP results still raised a glaring question. What about Shalrie Joseph? It isn't a question so much ... (more) SBI's Friday Free Kicks: What about Shalrie, where will ...
Upsets hit NCAA Tournament First Round
Upsets hit NCAA Tournament First Round
soccerbyives.net — Looks like the RPI called it right by labeling the Big East as a weak conference. Of the three schools involved in the first round out of the conference, two fell in the first round of the NCAA Tournament Thursday. UConn traveled to Monmouth in a match-up of two top 25 teams who failed to ... (more) Upsets hit NCAA Tournament First Round
Americans Abroad: A Look Ahead
Americans Abroad: A Look Ahead
soccerbyives.net — by FRANCO PANIZO World Cup qualifying is in the rear-view mirror, and for the Americans Abroad that means it is time to get back into club soccer. After missing international duty due to an ankle injury, Tim Howard should be healthy enough to start for Everton in possibly the most ... (more) Americans Abroad: A Look Ahead
Morning Ticker: Henry backs calls for replay, Beckham battles ankle injury and more
Morning Ticker: Henry backs calls for replay, Beckham battles ankle injury and more
soccerbyives.net — Thierry Henry has backed calls for a replay of the Ireland-Italy World Cup playoff he helped decide with his now infamous handball, even though FIFA has already rejected a request for a replay. "Naturally I feel embarrassed at the way that we won and feel extremely sorry for the Irish ... (more) Morning Ticker: Henry backs calls for replay, Beckham ...
Donovan named Most Valuable Player
Donovan named Most Valuable Player
soccerbyives.net — The final postseason award was announced today, and to no surprise Landon Donovan was named the league's Most Valuable Player for the 2009 season. For Donovan, it's the very first time in his MLS career that he's been selected as the top player in the league. This despite the fact he's been ... (more) Donovan named Most Valuable Player
Donovan named MLS Most Valuable Player
The final postseason award was announced today, and to no surprise Landon Donovan was named the league's Most Valuable Player for the 2009 season. For Donovan, it's the very first time in his MLS career that he's been selected as the top player in the league. This despite the fact he's been ...
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Expansion Draft rules set as Union prepare to build roster
Expansion Draft rules set as Union prepare to build roster
soccerbyives.net — 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 ... (more) Expansion Draft rules set as Union prepare to build roster
European Ticker: Ireland requests replay, Hiddink's future uncertain and more
European Ticker: Ireland requests replay, Hiddink's future uncertain and more
soccerbyives.net — by FRANCO PANIZO Thierry Henry's handball heard around the world helped secure France's passage to the 2010 World Cup, but the French may not be through to South Africa yet. The Irish federation has appealed Wednesday's night 1-1 result (2-1 aggregate advantage for France), and is ... (more) European Ticker: Ireland requests replay, Hiddink's ...
Who will win the 2009 MLS Cup?
Who will win the 2009 MLS Cup?
soccerbyives.net — Two teams left, one cup to play for. The long and difficult MLS season has been successfully navigated by Real Salt Lake and Los Angeles Galaxy. On Sunday, the season comes to an end and MLS will crown a champion. In the city where MLS has been a runaway success this season, a one club will ... (more) Who will win the 2009 MLS Cup?
Dynamic Duo set to leave MLS
Dynamic Duo set to leave MLS
soccerbyives.net — If the Houston Dynamo is to continue its relative MLS success next season, it will likely have to do so without two of their most talented players. Midfielders Ricardo Clark and Stuart Holden are out of contract at season's end, and both players have been strongly linked with moves to ... (more) Dynamic Duo set to leave MLS
College Soccer Tournament Preview
College Soccer Tournament Preview
soccerbyives.net — by TRAVIS CLARK The first round of the NCAA Tournament kicks off today, and with it, the last chance for some players before leaving college and carving out a professional career -- either in at home or abroad. For others, it's a chance at making a lasting impression on their collegiate ... (more) College Soccer Tournament Preview
SBI is heading to Seattle
SBI is heading to Seattle
soccerbyives.net — The 2009 MLS Cup his hitting Seattle this weekend, and SBI will be there to cover it, as well as to cover all the MLS-related activities associated with MLS Cup weekend. Real Salt Lake takes on the Los Angeles Galaxy on Sunday, but the weekend should be filled with much more as reps from ... (more) SBI is heading to Seattle
SBI's Mock World Cup Draw (Version 1.0)
SBI's Mock World Cup Draw (Version 1.0)
soccerbyives.net — The 32-team field is set for the 2010 World Cup and for the next two weeks until the World Cup Draw on Dec. 4 you will see plenty of sample draws to give soccer fans around the world a sense of where teams just might wind up. SBI isn't going to miss out on that fun. For the next two ... (more) SBI's Mock World Cup Draw (Version 1.0)
Toronto FC to introduce Preki as head coach on Thursday
Toronto FC to introduce Preki as head coach on Thursday
soccerbyives.net — Photo by ISIphotos.com Toronto FC has informed its fans, and the Canadian media, that it will reveal its newest head coach at a press conference on Thursday. You already know who it is . Former Chivas USA head coach Preki will be introduced as Chivas USA's fourth head coach, and will ... (more) Toronto FC to introduce Preki as head coach on Thursday
Algeria advance past Egypt, Slovenia upset Russia as World Cup field set
Algeria advance past Egypt, Slovenia upset Russia as World Cup field set
soccerbyives.net — by TRAVIS CLARK After three years of World Cup qualifying, the 32-team tournament field is set for next summer. Attention now turns to the December 4 draw in Cape Town, when the 32 nation field will learn their fate. It was a hectic day across several continents as the final six spots were ... (more) Algeria advance past Egypt, Slovenia upset Russia as ...
Henry's Infamous Handball
Henry's Infamous Handball
soccerbyives.net — Thierry Henry helped France into the World Cup with a handball that won't soon be forgotten in Ireland (or anywhere for that matter). Here's Henry's Diego Maradona impression: We'll take part of the blame for jinxing Henry by running the above photo with the Wednesday ... (more) Henry's Infamous Handball
USA vs. Denmark: Matchday Commentary
USA vs. Denmark: Matchday Commentary
soccerbyives.net — The final match of the year is set to kick off today for the U.S. men's national team as the Americans take on Denmark (2:30pm, ESPN Classic/Galavision/ESPN2 after Ukraine-Greece) on the last international matchday of the year. The United States will be playing its 24th match of the ... (more) USA vs. Denmark: Matchday Commentary
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