El Floppo
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I'll need to see a full season of this before I get jumpy&quo about him.
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FreeBaGeL
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Well it was Milan vs. Milan so this makes sense...
El Floppo
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your joke would be funny if it was funny. Inter. milan. inter <> milan.
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El Floppo
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El Floppo
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good lord. even better than the original angle.
El Floppo
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just stunning. plus he's beating two guys on the dribble cut back inside to set up the pass... PLUS the vision to see exactly where he'd need to put that through and behind players in movement. and to have the composure, foresight and touch to do it in the 94th after putting in two full 90 shifts after coming back from injury. great googly moogly... absolutely otherworldly.
prefontaine
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I'm mostly fine with this roster. There's not a lot interesting here though. This is mostly 3rd tier guys that have no shot. The ones in MLS that have the best chance at the 26 roster are likely going to go to the U20 camp.
Leaving Quinn Sullivan off isn't really a surprise either given Cavan kidding him about switching to Bangladesh last week. FTR I don't think they were serious. But it seems pretty wild to have not called Quinn. Several of these guys are just roster filler anyway and Quinn outperformed most of them while being younger than anyone on the roster barring Cremaschi.
Someone mentioned Caden Clark and he quietly put together a really great run at the end of the season for Montreal. He had no goal contributions for Minnesota in 23 games. But then after being sent to Montreal, in 8 games he had 4 goals and 2 assists. And it's not like Montreal are some powerhouse team. Something clicked with him.
prefontaine
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2005 center back Grayson Dettoni made his senior team debut for Bayern in a friendly today. Not a big deal as it didn't count but they played vs RB Salzburg so not a gimme game. He subbed in for the last half hour or so in a 6-0 Bayern win. He was 34 for 35 passing.
I don't think he's a serious prospect to be playing for Bayern in real games (at least not any time soon) but I imagine he will settle in as a Bundesliga starter in the next few years.
I don't think he's a serious prospect to be playing for Bayern in real games (at least not any time soon) but I imagine he will settle in as a Bundesliga starter in the next few years.
prefontaine
Footballguy
agreed. But he lost his starting job towards the end of the season and playoff run so probably makes sense, although giving him away for funny money is just odd.
prefontaine
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I may need to stand down on this. Word is that Quinn was not released. Teammate McGlynn was so speculation a transfer is in the works.
TLEF316
Footballguy
Thats really disappointing. I'm far from an expert, but I thought that kid showed a TON of promise in his early appearances a couple of years ago. Big, pretty athletic and seemed to have passing range that just doesn't exist in our CB pool outside of Ream.
Hope he turns it around.
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Regarding Ricardo Pepi, bids around €20M is not enough for PSV.
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Regarding Ricardo Pepi, bids around €20M is not enough for PSV.
prefontaine
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He missed almost a year with a sports hernia so it's probably stunted his growth a bit. He's still only 21 and this is a good chance for him to get starter minutes so don't give up hope. There's a lot of time for him to get back on track.
The Z Machine
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Plus CBs are some of the latest to develop. Takes both mental development (reading the game, studying film, etc.), psychological development (not letting players get under your skin, mot letting a mistake get your off your game), as well as demanding good physical strength to be strong in the air, strong in the tackle, etc. There's still a chance he can make an impact, although the window is closing.
El Floppo
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Jay Demerit says hi.
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Another is Tim Ream who was still 2 years away from his first practice as a pro at the same age Neal is.
The Z Machine
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bananas
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PSV wants to reward Ricardo Pepi with a contract until June 2030. The club is in talks with him about the contract extension and negotiations are in good harmony. Pepi is willing to agree to the offer, but a deal is not yet finalized as there is a lot of interest in him.
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PSV wants to reward Ricardo Pepi with a contract until June 2030. The club is in talks with him about the contract extension and negotiations are in good harmony. Pepi is willing to agree to the offer, but a deal is not yet finalized as there is a lot of interest in him.
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BassNBrew
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It's like when the NBA decided Barkley and Malone needed an MVP award because Mike already had a few.Well deserved. Could definitely make an argument for CP as well, but I love that Jedi got it.Tim Howard surprising Jedi during an interview with the news about winning player of the year
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Johannes Hoff Thorup on when could Josh Sargent return from injury:"Brighton is the plan, and of course things can change, because we put him into team training at the start of this week, and then, of course, we have to see how it goes. If everything goes well, then the plan is to give him some minutes against Brighton so he can be fully ready for the next Championship game."
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Johannes Hoff Thorup on when could Josh Sargent return from injury:"Brighton is the plan, and of course things can change, because we put him into team training at the start of this week, and then, of course, we have to see how it goes. If everything goes well, then the plan is to give him some minutes against Brighton so he can be fully ready for the next Championship game."
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Pepi's career high league goal stats
2021: 13 goals, 1 goal every 160 minutes played
2022/23: 12 goals, 1 goal every 204 minutes played
2024/25: 10 goals, 1 goal every 64 minutes played (<- this is not sustainable but he should easily crush his career high this season if he stays healthy and is not transferred)
2021: 13 goals, 1 goal every 160 minutes played
2022/23: 12 goals, 1 goal every 204 minutes played
2024/25: 10 goals, 1 goal every 64 minutes played (<- this is not sustainable but he should easily crush his career high this season if he stays healthy and is not transferred)
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I think he has played striker and wing in his career.
If Rashford gets back to full confidence a Leao Rashford Pulisic front line could be amazing.
High risk (Leao attitude, Rashford confidence and Pulisic health) but if it all comes together it could be a huge reward.
El Floppo
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Pulisic is ahead of even last years career best numbers.
2023-24: Pulisic had 25 G+A in 50 games, for a .5 G+A per game
2024-25: Pulisic has 15 G+A in 22 games, for a .68 G+A per game
2023-24: Pulisic had 25 G+A in 50 games, for a .5 G+A per game
2024-25: Pulisic has 15 G+A in 22 games, for a .68 G+A per game
B Maverick
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Haven't watched a lot of Milan, but I think CP has been playing on the right and at the 10 correct?
Rashford is talented, and a change of scenery is probably needed for him to get back to his best.
A rejuvenated Rashford would be an upgrade at striker over Morata I think. Maybe Abraham too. If CP is playing the 10, a front line of Leao, Abraham, Rashford would probably be a lot of fun for CP to play into.
El Floppo
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Thanks. I was mostly looking for rash for feedback in terms of preferred position. I was thinking he'd be a Tammy or Morata replacement at the 9. Morata has been playing the 10 a bit too.
I think Milan also has Jovic and that kid... Comarda? To play the 9. In form Rashford would be a nice upgrade there. And I suppose could also rotate to a wing to give CP a breath.
B Maverick
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Rashford "reportedly" prefers the left, for whatever that is worth. Not sure if he actually told anyone or just talking heads following a narrative.
IMO It's probably his best spot, but he has had great moments across all 3 attacking positions.
I do not know enough about Leao to say if Rash is better or not. Current form CP > Rash but if both are in good form we can debate who's better.
Rash in good form is better than Morata and probably Tommy A.
At the end of the day it's really going to come down to IF Rash can refind that 20+ goal form in Italy.
Ramsay Hunt Experience
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Christian has won the award in the past in years where he struggled to get off the bench. I was a little surprised Jedi won considering Pulisic probably had his best all-around year. But I also think it's the rare year where two Americans had genuinely terrific seasons in top European leagues. Jedi would have been a no-brainer pick in like 75% of the last 25 years.It's like when the NBA decided Barkley and Malone needed an MVP award because Mike already had a few.Well deserved. Could definitely make an argument for CP as well, but I love that Jedi got it.Tim Howard surprising Jedi during an interview with the news about winning player of the year
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I've reached the point where I don't really worry about Pulisic earning playing time. I could argue that both Leao and Rashford have had in-form moments in their career where they were better than Pulisic is right now. But neither has ever sustained it long. And Pulisic has frankly outplayed Leao for the period they've been together. If Pulisic stays healthy and keeps doing what he's doing, he'll play. And he'll produce. Outside Salah, Mbappe (if he's playing as a wing) and Vinicius, there's not a lot of wings in world football who are any more productive. And that's kind of crazy after the salad days of Messi and CR7, but it's a different game.
El Floppo
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CP had a great year for club and country... But some injuries keeping him out still, no? Felt like Jedi was out there every match going bananas. Not arguing against CP here, just adding Jedis consistency as a potential tie-breakChristian has won the award in the past in years where he struggled to get off the bench. I was a little surprised Jedi won considering Pulisic probably had his best all-around year. But I also think it's the rare year where two Americans had genuinely terrific seasons in top European leagues. Jedi would have been a no-brainer pick in like 75% of the last 25 years.It's like when the NBA decided Barkley and Malone needed an MVP award because Mike already had a few.Well deserved. Could definitely make an argument for CP as well, but I love that Jedi got it.Tim Howard surprising Jedi during an interview with the news about winning player of the year
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BassNBrew
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On second thought, tiebreak to Jedi for dominating in the best league and not some second rate league.CP had a great year for club and country... But some injuries keeping him out still, no? Felt like Jedi was out there every match going bananas. Not arguing against CP here, just adding Jedis consistency as a potential tie-breakChristian has won the award in the past in years where he struggled to get off the bench. I was a little surprised Jedi won considering Pulisic probably had his best all-around year. But I also think it's the rare year where two Americans had genuinely terrific seasons in top European leagues. Jedi would have been a no-brainer pick in like 75% of the last 25 years.It's like when the NBA decided Barkley and Malone needed an MVP award because Mike already had a few.Well deserved. Could definitely make an argument for CP as well, but I love that Jedi got it.Tim Howard surprising Jedi during an interview with the news about winning player of the year
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encaitar
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This is where I am too. Given how he's played for Milan, I can't imagine there is anyone on the team sheet above Pulisic right now, except maybe Riejnders. I know Leao is capable of more than Pulisic, but he doesn't have the consistency that Christian does right now, although I think defenders are much more afraid of Leao than they are of Pulisic. Rashford has achieved that level briefly at times in his career too, but has never sustained it.
I think Rashford playing at the 9 with Leao and Christian outside is a very talented and scary attacking group. I think if you put Rashford and Tammy up top and move to a 4-4-2 with CP and Leao at the wings, that's also a very scary attacking group. No idea how Milan makes it work monetarily. Would have to assume Rashford would need to take quite a large pay cut, just like Pulisic did.
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Chelsea winger Mykhailo Mudryk has reportedly been dumped by Violetta Bert, with the Russian model now dating USMNT star Weston McKennie.
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PSV seems like a magic pill for our players. Richie made the Eredivisie team of the month as a RB
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This may indicate Rashford to Milan is close
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AS Roma and AC Milan, in direct talks to discuss permanent future of Alexis Saelemaekers and Tammy Abraham.Negotiations underway
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AS Roma and AC Milan, in direct talks to discuss permanent future of Alexis Saelemaekers and Tammy Abraham.Negotiations underway
BlackCrowes
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she seems.....smartMykhailo Mudryk dumped for USMNT star Weston McKennie by Russian model girlfriend as new couple rub salt in banned Chelsea winger's wounds by taking romantic skiing trip | Goal.com UK
Chelsea winger Mykhailo Mudryk has reportedly been dumped by Violetta Bert, with the Russian model now dating USMNT star Weston McKennie.www.goal.com
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This is interesting because Mainz is pushing for a Champions League spot this season
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1. FSV Mainz 05 are pushing to sign Lennard Maloney as a free agent for the summer at the latest. Mainz has submitted a concrete offer to Maloney’s camp. A transfer this winter is not excluded, but at this stage, there are no negotiations with FC Heidenheim.
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1. FSV Mainz 05 are pushing to sign Lennard Maloney as a free agent for the summer at the latest. Mainz has submitted a concrete offer to Maloney’s camp. A transfer this winter is not excluded, but at this stage, there are no negotiations with FC Heidenheim.
Does this officially mean that we're a big-time soccer nation?Mykhailo Mudryk dumped for USMNT star Weston McKennie by Russian model girlfriend as new couple rub salt in banned Chelsea winger's wounds by taking romantic skiing trip | Goal.com UK
Chelsea winger Mykhailo Mudryk has reportedly been dumped by Violetta Bert, with the Russian model now dating USMNT star Weston McKennie.www.goal.com
