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The Z Machine
Footballguy
My boys have their top attacking lineup in today:
Kun, Forlán, Reyes, and Simao
Kun, Forlán, Reyes, and Simao
Steve Tasker
Footballguy
And it's the former Arsenal man, Jose Antonio Reyes, who puts Atletico in front.
The Z Machine
Footballguy
My boys just picked up another former Arsenal player in Fran Mérida on a free transfer. I really don't know anything about that guy but it didn't seem like he saw the field much for them.
scoobygang
Footballguy
He's still very young. There's no shame in being the third best teenage MF on the team when the other two are Jack Wilshere and Aaron Ramsey.
The Z Machine
Footballguy
Kun Kun Kun Kun Kun!
(the play was all Simao though)
(the play was all Simao though)
Steve Tasker
Footballguy
Yeah, young guy who never really got in the game with the crowded lineup. Still looked somewhat impressive in the few matches I saw him get first team action. He never particularly impressed me, but he didn't look out of his league or in over his head.2-0 Atletico now.
Steve Tasker
Footballguy
In the lead-up to that PK, I said to myself that Milito doesn't look like he's going to score.....and he didn't.
The Z Machine
Footballguy
UEFA Player of the Year's PK stopped by a 19 year old goalie.
Hopefully this win (and the performance) will give some confidence going into the la liga season. It's always nice to start off with some hardware.
It's pretty obvious that Atlético have the talent to play with anyone. I understand that Inter didn't field their starting XI, but they did have some key pieces. Maybe los colchoneros wanted this game more. In any case, my expectations are high to start the season, and looking at their roster, they should end up no lower than 4th, or at worst 5th place. If Barça or Real (or both) falter they have a very outside shot at the title, but that's unlikely to happen. Raúl García, Simao, Reyes, and their defense would have to have an outstanding year, especially Godín and Perea (who needs to learn how to stop fouling people needlessly).
I guess I'm just happy that they were able to keep el Kun, Forlán, De Gea, and Asenjo.
Hopefully this win (and the performance) will give some confidence going into the la liga season. It's always nice to start off with some hardware.
It's pretty obvious that Atlético have the talent to play with anyone. I understand that Inter didn't field their starting XI, but they did have some key pieces. Maybe los colchoneros wanted this game more. In any case, my expectations are high to start the season, and looking at their roster, they should end up no lower than 4th, or at worst 5th place. If Barça or Real (or both) falter they have a very outside shot at the title, but that's unlikely to happen. Raúl García, Simao, Reyes, and their defense would have to have an outstanding year, especially Godín and Perea (who needs to learn how to stop fouling people needlessly).
I guess I'm just happy that they were able to keep el Kun, Forlán, De Gea, and Asenjo.
Steve Tasker
Footballguy
ESPN reporting that the USMNT is in talks with Klinsmann.
Bonzai
Footballguy
Mjolnirs
Footballguy
USL-2 Championship Match on FSC tonight at 6 eastern.
Charleston Battery v Richmond Kickers .... Go Battery.
If you're watching, I'll be standing in front of the stands at midfield opposite the side with the players. We usually have a group that watches the game from there.
Charleston Battery v Richmond Kickers .... Go Battery.
If you're watching, I'll be standing in front of the stands at midfield opposite the side with the players. We usually have a group that watches the game from there.
Steve Tasker
Footballguy
Oh my...pretty buildup on this Walcott goal...one and two touch passing - Song to Arshavin to van Persie to Walcott for the perfect finish.
Steve Tasker
Footballguy
Can't say that Blackburn didn't deserve that equalizer. Koscielny got abused.
CletiusMaximus
Footballguy
I'm happy for Athletico as well, but just note that the window is still open until Tuesday. I don't think the supercup game cup ties any of these guys, so they are still in play for the big clubs.
Steve Tasker
Footballguy
Oops, Wigan
They're a hell of a lot better team than their first two results.
Steve Tasker
Footballguy
No question. That said, I didn't expect them to beat Spurs at White Hart Lane after those two games.
The Z Machine
Footballguy
I'd be shocked if any of them left, especially in the wake of that win over Inter.There are rumors that el Kun is about to sign a new 3 year deal with Atlético.
Steve Tasker
Footballguy
Watching a DVR of United/West Ham....Spector got totally smoked by Giggs and dragged him down for a PK....which Rooney converted.
for the USMNT.
for the USMNT.
The Kansas Comet
Footballguy
Barcelona loan Ibra to Milan
I think it's safe to say the Ibrahimovic signing has been a colossal failure for Barcelona. Too bad - I always thought he was kind of funny.
I think it's safe to say the Ibrahimovic signing has been a colossal failure for Barcelona. Too bad - I always thought he was kind of funny.
The Z Machine
Footballguy
My wife asked me today, "Who is Jay DeMerrit?"
I laughed and told her that he plays for the USMNT. She said the name randomly popped into her head.
I laughed and told her that he plays for the USMNT. She said the name randomly popped into her head.
Native
Footballguy
Your wife is cool.
Native
Footballguy
This is a tremendous signing by Milan, who once again capture a superstar talent at a fraction of his original value. Ibra is only 28 and is still one of the most skilled players in the world. Barca never needed him, and probably shouldnt have signed him in the first place - certainly not for 70 million Euro (I think it was something like 45M Euro AND Eto'o). But make no mistake, Ibra is still one of the very best in the world. Hes both a lethal finisher and very skilled with the ball at his feet. I personally dont like the guy, but his talent cannot be denied. And despite his lengthy, Chirstian Vieri-esque resume, hes still only 28 and should be playing at Milan for the next 4-5 years at a high level.Moving forward, I think this makes Milan very dangerous. A front three of Ibra flanked by Pato and 'Dinho will make them very difficult to defend. Not sure about their midfield as Pirlo, Ambrosini and Gatusso are getting long in the tooth, but they should certainly be more entertaining to watch than the middle-of-the-table teams of the last several years..
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CletiusMaximus
Footballguy
Its a shame the USMT is still the only team he can claim to play for, with most of europe either underway already or about to start with rosters more or less set.
Mjolnirs
Footballguy
Battery lose a man late in the first half, but still win the match 2-1.Charleston Battery
1996 USISL Pro League Champions
2003 USL A-League Champions
2010 USL Second Division Champions
Sebowski
Footballguy
I really wanted to see another season with him.
Major
Footballguy
that was glorious....I was sitting there and couldn't believe what I just saw
Wolcott looked like a man possessed. He was involved in nearly every major play. That was a fun game to watch and nice Away win for the Gunners 
Fulham getting important points on the road
derek245583
Footballguy
Micah Richards may be the worst player in the EPL.
Native
Footballguy
Second Fulham goal was pure class.Fulham getting important points on the road
Steve Tasker
Footballguy
Exciting stuff in this Everton game, but Everton just don't look a threat to score. They've been pouring on the pressure, but I just don't see the conviction in the final 3rd (and that's something I saw a lot with Arsenal last year). Someone needs to step up.
Steve Tasker
Footballguy
Great game between Villa and Everton. One of the most exciting second halves you'll see all year.
derek245583
Footballguy
Tevez missed a wide open net from about 8 yards in the first half. They deserved to lose.So City lost to Sunderland on the last kick of the game? I fee so bad for them
The Z Machine
Footballguy
LOL at City.
Also, La Liga kicked off today. 4.5 minutes into the season and Messi has already scored.
Getafe and Villarreal both dropped points today. Valencia, Sevilla, and Athletic all won games they should have won. Real Madrid plays later today, and my boys play tomorrow.
Also, La Liga kicked off today. 4.5 minutes into the season and Messi has already scored.
Getafe and Villarreal both dropped points today. Valencia, Sevilla, and Athletic all won games they should have won. Real Madrid plays later today, and my boys play tomorrow.
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Senor Schmutzig
Footballguy
The Gator
Footballguy
That last 10-15 minutes were fun to watch
SmoovySmoov
The Way of the Samurai
Milan looking really good in the first half against Lecce. Ibra is in the house.
Spartans Rule
Footballguy
They also added every American's favorite player, Kevin Prince Boateng, to their midfield.I definitely like the Ibra deal from a neutral standpoint... it will make Milan a lot more fun to watch and Barca isn't exactly crippled by it.Native said:
The Z Machine
Footballguy
Lol at real. Couldn't do jack on offense.
For you Dempsey haters, watch how he was busting his butt to beat his defender in case that shot was saved or came back off the postSecond Fulham goal was pure class.Fulham getting important points on the road
El Floppo
Footballguy
For you Dempsey haters, watch how he was busting his butt to beat his defender in case that shot was saved or came back off the postSecond Fulham goal was pure class.Fulham getting important points on the road
didn't look like he started though... right? I caught him last week- got subbed out at 65 or so. Typical game for him, lots of cheek, lots of shots, and a fair bit of lagging. Considering he's supposed to be trying to impress a new coach, I'd figure he'd be busting his hump all game. That said, I'm still a huge fan of his.Similar threads
