tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-60503596870660941072012-02-14T14:33:44.868-05:00Serving up gonzo helpings of Soccer, Football, Fútbol, Fußball, Futebol, Fodbold, Voetbal, Futtobōru, כדורגל, Calcio, Bola Sepak, كرة القدم, Nogomet & Piłka Nożna... all baked fresh dailyGreg Seltzerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06657167862048934525noreply@blogger.comBlogger23531100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6050359687066094107.post-8109722489751636542012-02-14T07:30:00.009-05:002012-02-14T09:15:41.782-05:00

One of my personal pet peeves is needing to repeat myself. Ya know, when I get or see incessant comments from USMNT fans about how Tim Ream is a lost cause or Jozy Altidore is a bust or how this or that player is worthless, I want to scream.When I was a season ticket-holding kid, the St. Louis Blues acquired a veteran all-star defenseman by the name of Rod Seiling from the New York Rangers. The

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We get it, Sir Alex/Man United fans/simply "horrified" UK media members. Luis Suarez is the demon spawn from hell itself yada yada well you never rumble mumble concern troll you're so aghast hrrmph-n-stuff.As if the notorious ones "Patrice Evra" shouldn't more than suffice on their own, here's two words for you: Eric Cantona.Gamesmanship over. Cut the hysterics and let Liverpool be mad at him,

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If you're a lifelong fan of Rangers, or just accustomed to following them for having American players, this is a rough day. The shockwaves could be plentiful- Greg Seltzer

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I guess it never really crossed my mind until I saw this fine article, but yeah, I guess MLS would theoretically look a ripe target for those people willing to kill sport for profit.Maaaan, I hate cheating. Now that it's in my head, I'm glad to know the league is staying one step ahead of the crooks.- Greg Seltzer

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We need to invent a nickname for her that is half-cutesy and half-vicious. Like... The Bambi Assassin or something. You ladies and gents can work on that after you watch this from last night's USWNT friendly with New Zealand.- Greg Seltzer

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The MLSS editors asked Travis Clark and myself to take a stab at selecting a U.S. Olympic squad as if we were the coach, and this presentation went up yesterday. Space was limited for comment there, so I'll take advantage here to expand a bit on my selections.First off, let's just talk about the players I refrained from choosing with the mindset that the reality would be they're somehow

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Yes, but some things never change. Like how MLS players still come to the Prem for a vacation laugh. And chicken pies.szólj hozzá: Su1Ar2_Hen- Greg Seltzer

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I am going to assume the Prem will have no choice but to change the scoring on Fulham's winner today, giving Clint Dempsey another dazzling goal to count. His shot is clearly tipped onto the bar by the keeper, which makes it a shot on goal, which makes it a scorer's goal. If that's an own goal, my name is Lord Rupus Schmendrake IV.For some reason, people just have to trip. Get real.Channel Name_

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Unfortunately, not fun items...I've been told, for now, Ricardo Clark's Danish interest seems to have dissapated. His salary seems to be an issue at times, with this being one of them. I'm not sure what's next for him. Just when it appeared ex-Crew free agent midfielder Kevin Burns was set to be signed by Danish second flight side Blokhuis, there has come a annoying snag we'll talk about a little

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Not going to waste too much time on expository dialogue when we can hop right into this one with guns blazing. I'll reexamine this list in about a month when the season starts and we'll come back with a final tally to see if anything's changed. One note. I like Montreal's offseason. A lot. But I'm excluding them from this discussion because our frame of reference is skewed without the

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How sad to hear Harry Keough had passed away. I was lucky enough to interview him along with another legend Tom Finney in the run-up to the 2006 World Cup and I never forgot his warmth and generosity.I probably took up more of his time than I should have done, and the interview only ended when his wife Alma reminded him that he needed to get his cleats on and referee a girls' school match, at the

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On a night when AZ starter Charlison Benschop bagged a hat trick, late sub Jozy Altidore has come on to hit a brace of his own, capping a 6-0 win at ADO Den Haag. They were both simple finishes, coming less than three minutes apart.Jozy had been without a goal since December 4th, but now his league total stands at seven and his haul across all competitions is up to a new career-best of 13. Not

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I meant to get this up last night, but had some technical difficulties with Blogger. A day later, there's still a lot swirling around in my head after hearing the news that Harry Keough had passed away. Many of those swirling things are memories, which is funny because for a long time I didn't actually realize who he was.You see, for some years growing up, Harry wasn't the guy from the 1950 Belo

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You may not get every Photoshopped reference contained within (I didn't), but I think we all get the Guardian readers' general gist concerning Clint Dempsey's star status in England.- Greg Seltzer

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So yes, I'm a uniform nerd. I love things like this. And this. When adidas extended its MLS deal through 2018 two years ago, I was silently doing fist pumps. Some aren't fans, but I generally dig their designs and the iconic shoulder stripes, and the uniformity of the number and lettering scheme is right up my alley. So who's got the hot kits this year? Here are some of my faves and some that

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So the soon-to-be MLS season is, believe it or not, fast approaching. Seems like just yesterday we were watching Landon and Becks engage in an epic bro-embrace. Wistful days, those. But upon is the longest MLS season ever undertaken, a startling five weeks hence. As somebody who still considers soccer a cold-weather sport, there's not a lot about 100+ degree mid-July games that entices me, but

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Anderlecht midfielder Sacha Kljestan fired home the second via free kick in their 4-2 victory over Belgian holders Genk (not to be confused with Mix Diskerud's Gent, as can easily occur).The clip may take a while, but it'll surface sooner or later.UPDATE: While we wait for the video, Belgian outlet Sporza had a quick word with the goal scorer. Listen here.UPDATE UPDATE: Everyone, get on your

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You didn't actually think I'd shut my yap just because some windows closed, did you?I can report that Ryan Nelsen was considering a return to D.C. United when Tottenham swopped in at the last minute. I can also tell you he still plans to come back to the Red-and-Black. There should be a full report up at MLSS before long.You may be wondering what happens now for Ricardo Clark. I can share that he

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In a strange turn of events, Tottenham have withdrawn from this year's NextGen Series after breaking 'competition regulation'.Spurs played out a hard-fought victory over Liverpool at White Hart Lane on Wednesday before discovering afterward that they had done so illegally. Shaquile Coulthirst scored the (non-)winner, scrambling home a parried shot from close range.What exactly the club did wrong

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Just so we remember I'm in the business of providing pastime relief from the horrors of the world, let's flip on Gent tube for some smiles. The always irrepressible Mix Diskerud sits down for an interview (run fully by him... this kid is my dude) and we even get some English comments from new boss Trond Sollied.Oh yeah... and good luck with the Dutch, buddy! Veel sterkte!- Greg Seltzer

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An Egyptian TV station managed an interview with Bob Bradley in the aftermath of yesterday's horrible tragedy at Al-Masry. As you can see above, he and his wife took part in a march against such things today - you certainly have got to admire the toughness of that clan.First though, I just have one thing to ask. Please don't call this a "soccer riot" because I think that was the point - for this

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Fulham ace Clint Dempsey has just expertly turned home a Bryan Ruiz slip pass to put the hosts up 1-0 on 68 minutes.Video: PL Highlights: Fulham/West Brom- Greg Seltzer

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It's gone around Italy that newly freed-agent Edson Buddle has had calls from Lazio. I am here to tell you this is not the case. As I stated yesterday, he's on his way back to Los Angeles. It's all done, I promise.UPDATE: It seems I was literally right about this, but also in a way kinda wrong-ish. Or maybe I didn't translate it properly. As it turns out, Lazio were planning to call about Buddle,

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Out of what passes as the kindness from what passes as my heart, let's officially kick off your summer window mental instability with a fun fact (that was tipped off by MLSS homey, the Armchair Analyst).I can confirm that our faithful friend Fulham is among the clubs sizing up Anderlecht midfielder Sacha Kljestan for summer. There's more, but that's all you get for now. He would presumably be a

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While it's possible something else wiggled through the window, it appears Edson Buddle rejoining L.A. and Charles Renken heading to the Portland Timbers will stand as our late fireworks.As I was informed to be likely, the DaMarcus Beasley move to Nancy did not come off, most likely because Puebla execs are too busy trying not to go to jail. I was told he is open to an MLS return, but that would

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Ingolstadt has just released Edson Buddle from his contract. I've been told he's headed back to the Galaxy. Looks like a go, multiple sources checked here.I had been trying to nail this one down for several hours. Ingolstadt suddenly made it easy for me. And somewhere, Eintracht Frankfurt execs are cursing...- Greg Seltzer

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Teenagers. Being the walking volcanoes of untameable hormones and angst that they are, naturally, they are highly unpredictable. Put 22 of them on a pitch, give them a ball, some fans, and a referee crew? The humanity! Aston Villa took on Marseille Wednesday night as hosts, champions of Group 3, and owners of the second-best defensive record in the inaugural NextGen Series. As if that wasn't

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As in summer, there will soon be a transfer deadline ticker over at MLSS, which I'll be stocking with as much scene-setting and deal-clinching as we can find.Since that won't begin for an hour or so, let's kick off the day with a couple bits. First off, it now seems Charlie Davies will be remaining at Sochaux. The day is not done, so we can't rule a loan move out, but at this point it would be a

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The league's newest DP is a haggis fan, presumably. Think John Spencer, a former Scottish striker himself, had any play in this deal? Toughie. I love that the YouTube description of that first video begins with "A wee collection..." Love the Scots. One plump, juicy fact to get you excited if you're a fan of the league itself: Boyd is only 28. Look, the league has to fight back

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On a day when the WPS suspends operations for 2012, let's check in with the USWNT following their CONCACAF Championship cruise past Canada last night. I'm wondering if some of these ladies won't be headed across the pond soon.- Greg Seltzer

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Yes, that is Oguchi Onyewu's nickname with Sporting CP fans and the local media - even though he neither captains them nor the USMNT. And this is how one supporter artistically views our man Gooch today...- Greg Seltzer

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You could watch the World Cup '98 classic between Oranje and Argentina instead. Part 1 of 13...- Greg Seltzer

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Alternate title: "Welcome to the guns show" translated into Portuguese. Before they'd even hit the half hour, Sporting CP defender Oguchi Onyewu had notched one yellow card and two goals.Visual evidence to come...UPDATE: Ta-da!- Greg Seltzer

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For the first time in 16 meetings, Ajax lost to F-word. This will have me under a dark cloud and ill-mannered for upwards of a week, but don't worry, I'll find a way to carry on in the meantime. Just know all along that, no matter how calm I seem, it actually looks like this...- Greg Seltzer

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Puebla winger DaMarcus Beasley's first goal of the young season has put the visitors up just three minutes into their tilt at Jaguares (and, subsequently, compelled me to bastardize a Run DMC lyric).- Greg Seltzer

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Hoffenheim attacker Fabian Johnson pulled one back late in a 3-1 loss at Borussia Dortmund.szólj hozzá: Dortmund Hoffenheim 3:1 GOALS- Greg Seltzer

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I highly doubt they will see Lon Cheney Jr. walking with the queen, but our USWNT have secured a ticket to the 2012 Summer Olympics following last night's 3-0 win over Costa Rica.Ah-oooooooo!USA Beats Costa Rica and Advance to Olympics - from Universal Sp - Celebrity bloopers here- Greg Seltzer

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FA Cup: Everton/Fulham- Greg Seltzer

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So yes, it's Landon v Clint in about two hours. Press pass sets the scene, but let's not forget Tim Howard also exists. Deuce has only hit off him once and that was consolation in a losing cause.- Greg Seltzer

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When it comes to Shea, here's the full Brek: Dinamo Kyiv did in fact make an offer to FC Dallas a couple of months ago. It may even have been before I found out they'd been monitoring him closely back around the time of the France friendly.Long story short, the offer was quickly rejected (no word if they made a sour face when doing so) and Dinamo returned from whence they came. Then, today, FC

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I'm not sure where this started, but the reports that Edson Buddle is now training with Belgian side Westerlo are flat false. He's back in Germany.And from what I've been told, he remains an option for Everton, though I am not precisely sure how much of one.- Greg Seltzer

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Why dither when footy is hither? Aight, so I'm a nerd and Greg is slicker than me with the hip hop lingo. Guess Black Thought hasn't seeped in after hundreds of hours of repeated listening. Back to my Shakespearean sonnets and fields of gillyflowers it is. - Klinsmann wanted a game in Central America for the expressed purpose of exposing some of his more untested young guns to the

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Hmm. Looks like a 4-4-2 diamond for the USMNT tonight. Not especially feelin' it, still don't understand why this camp roster wasn't larger. Oh well.. enjoy the game, player ratings after at MLSS and Will plans to drop some thoughts tomorrow morning.Rimando; DeLaGarza, Parkhurst, Cameron, Loyd, Zusi, Clark, Jones, Shea, Wondolowski, Bunbury- Greg Seltzer

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You all know how much I hate fake "reports" about transfers, so let's just bat one down for good. I have fully confirmed that AGF Aarhus is not the SAS Liga team interested in Charlie Davies, something I've been trying to do almost since whatever Danish tabloid that started the rumour first aired it. I believed that was wrong the whole time, but couldn't prove it.Though not in the habit of

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Eddie Pope was kind enough to contribute mightily to the long-promised Top 5 List of transfers that weren't for Americans, so I'm going to air his full comments on the relevant matter contained within unedited. If you haven't seen it yet, you may wish to read that before the following text.--"At a couple points throughout my career, I had a lot of interest from many European teams. This was

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Let's not start any rumours (the UK rags are doing that well enough). Let us not even discuss possible options, real or imagined. For the moment, let's just focus on the hubbub that Clint Dempsey has become in the EPL - if not England altogether.After his hat trick against helpless Newcastle, Fulham boss Martin Jol issued a not-so-subtle "hands off warning" - as if anyone listened. New QPR coach

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This generous lady poetically proves USWNT supporters can run with some rivalry smack as good as the fellas - albeit in their own particular grrrl-y way. Her offering actually came before last night's 4-0 Olympic qualifying win over Mexico (who do we have to bribe up to get highlights?!?), I think it also stands pretty well the day after.- Greg Seltzer

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It's the worst-kept soccer secret in the English-speaking world, but somehow nobody has officially announced yet. Here's the skinny: Tim Ream's Bolton deal - now fully done and approved - will keep him at the Reebok until the summer of 2015.I'm sure eventually these two clubs will admit what we already know and have a jersey picture party or something.- Greg Seltzer

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Once again back is the incredible...You're not even going to fully realize how sick this corker by Inter Milan's Maicon really is until you see the final replay angle.I supposed we could say the same of Robbie Keane's second strike this weekend. And remember: EPL = MLS old folks vacation spot.Fenerbahçe's Miroslav Stoch saunters in from the wing to bury one after my own playing heart.Anybody else

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I have more goodies coming over the next week, but let's just settle a couple of things for now. Folks seem to over-deciphered a comment by Rangers boss Ally McCoist when he said he was open to sending Alejandro Bedoya out on loan. I can assure you he will not be doing so, that there are no such discussions occurring and that the manager is happy with the player's progress at Ibrox.And sticking

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Finally, we have highlights from the USWNT's two-touchdown blowout in their Olympic qualifying opener. As such, let's just wrap up everyone at once. - Greg Seltzer

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Before we dig into some of my takeaways from tonight's battle with Venezuela (another three-pointer!), the original starting lineup: Bill Hamid, A.J. DeLaGarza, Michael Parkhurst, Geoff Cameron, Heath Pearce, Jeff Larentowicz, Jermaine Jones, Graham Zusi, Benny Feilhaber, Brek Shea, Teal Bunbury. As for the highlights, check out the ESPN3 replay here. - The game in general was kind of a bowl of

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Clint Dempsey has just put Fulham up 2-1 on Newcastle at the hour. Try to contain your surprise.UPDATE: Make it two for Deuce and a 3-1 Fulham lead after he buckets a slip pass from 15 on 65 minutes. If you're keeping score, that makes his: third against Newcastle this season, his ninth in the last 11 games overall, his eighth in league play this term and 13th across all competitions (matching

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Rangers mainstay Maurice Edu has just buried his first goal since September, a drive from the edge of the area to pull the hosts level with rivals Aberdeen on 70 minutes.szólj hozzá: RangeArbede www.1Goals.com- Greg Seltzer

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- Greg Seltzer

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Couldn't let you guys disappear into the weekend before digging into a nice spread of vids, could we? - Will Parchman

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Even if you don't understand Dutch, I think you get the idea. Schools from as far away as Eindhoven came to this replay game today.- Greg Seltzer

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Ha! Tim Ream's wife Kristen should know by now American soccer nuts are a skittish type.Here's the just-confirmed skinny: All agreements are in place for the move to Bolton. The frustration Mrs. Ream had yesterday was in regards to rescheduling her hubbie's UK work permit hearing. It would seem that Wanderers are trying to get approval before announcing anything.So everybody can take a deep

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Philly Union ace Seba Le Toux has begun a one-week trial at Bolton. Confirmed by the club, MLSS report on the way.- Greg Seltzer

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...is another beginning. Sources close to the process have told ESPNLosAngeles.com that the Galaxy's willingness to accommodate Beckham if he were selected to play for Great Britain in the Olympic Games in London this summer was an important factor for the superstar, who was a key pitchman for Britain's bid. So Goldenballs is yet MLS' golden import, for what appears to be the final act of his

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I can confirm that Robbie Rogers has been approved for a UK work permit, and thus is now a Leeds United player. Report in the works for MLSS.UPDATE: Just happened onto an interview he did last week.- Greg Seltzer

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On a weekday night early on in Watford's Premier League season of 2006-'07, I stood on a street corner in North London and told Jay DeMerit his story was remarkable."It would have ended perfectly if you'd been picked for the World Cup," I joked. "But seriously, have you thought about writing a biography?"Jay looked stunned for a moment but then leant back and pondered the idea that his rise to

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In his defense, Robbie Findley may have been their best player on the day. Still... yikes. That is going to earn the FA some sweet highlight fees for a few days. They should cut our guy a check.- Greg Seltzer

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ATTN: Those near Phoenix this week!!The USMNT is holding an open training for fans, Friday from 5-6 pm at the University of Phoenix. They generally don't even allow us scribes to watch that - maybe 15 minutes near the end. Plus, Klinsi will address those gathered to kick off the hour.If you are not yet a US Soccer Supporter's Club member, go here to attend the practice session. If you already

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A friendly alert for all those that will be in Philadelphia range on February 2nd: the documentary Laduma (formerly known as One Goal) will have a screening/fundraiser at the Ritz East (125 So. 2nd St.) on that evening.The film rolls at 7:30 pm, and you can attend with a $15 donation to help cover the independent event, with 20% going to HELP KICK HUNGER, a food drive organized by the Sons of

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I have now confirmed that West Ham United are indeed hanging about to see what happens with Edson Buddle's Everton trial. That is all.- Greg Seltzer

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I've never really cottoned to the phrase "on like Donkey Kong" - but if you insist, go ahead. Pia Sundhage has named the 20 ladies responsible for punching the USWNT's Olympic ticket, with CONCACAF qualifying set to kick off Friday in Vancouver against the Dominican Republic.And as you can see, there is plenty of talent available for WPS pick-up.G - Nicole Barnhart (out of contract), Hope Solo (

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If I see Josh Gatt forced to play right back for the Olympic team again, I am going to go all Florian Bellanger. - Greg Seltzer

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I recently managed to figure out how to make a good custard bread pudding using croissant. What I did not recently figure out is that Edson Buddle will audition for Everton this week. I've yet to find out what this means for West Ham's interest, but shall.Well... at least the pudding was good. It even had apple pie filling with bits of cheddar cheese. Moysie isn't the only one who can mix

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I'm 42, play soccer against guys (and sometimes a couple of gals) in their 20's every week, bicycle everywhere for transport and breakdance some nearly everyday. So you know I love me some yoga.Apparently, so does Klinsi, because the USMNT are now hitting their cobras as part of recovery and preventative medicine. One benefit for regular practitioners they don't mention in this clip that can be

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The U-23 back line had its guts ripped out yesterday in a 4-0 win to the Nats. Goals came from Chris Wondolowski, Benny Feilhaber, Teal Bunbury and Graham Zusi. SKC represent. Here were your starting lineups. Currently hunting around for a highlight vid. Will update as it comes. - Will Parchman

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What's say, since it's TGIF, we make it a treble?After two rejected bids, it appears as though Sochaux have given up on getting Mo Edu. Two sources from different worlds have told me they are about to sign Plan B for that defensive midfield role instead.That out of the way, let's survey what's left. Edu still has interest, but I can confirm there are no other offers at this time. I have learned

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2012 will forever be known as the year offense reclaimed the MLS SuperDraft. It's funny, I was all set to write about how somebody had poached a gem in Enzo Martinez, how some lucky team had taken the midfield attacking prize of the draft. But he kept falling. And falling. And falling. Somewhere Aaron Rodgers was smiling.  How was this happening? I kept coming back to the Generation Adidas

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I can confirm: the short loan deal with buy option to send George John to West Ham is now signed and sealed. The official announcement is forthcoming.And now I must hurry off before I miss my own game.- Greg Seltzer

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This post will not contain a full play-by-play, but will cover the three Americans I'm presuming will all start (today's Postcard From Europe, a follow-up historical stats report dedicated exclusively to the goalies, has been delayed for this result). It should also retain the full usual measure of snark.I'll be back in an hour for kickoff...--Spurs - Friedel; Walker, Kaboul, Dawson, Assou-Ekotto

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Sochaux has made a second offer for Rangers midfielder Maurice Edu. Consider this full confirmation reporting. That is all for now. Over and out.See? I needed 145 characters for that.- Greg Seltzer

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The January 19th replay between Jozy Altidore's AZ and Ajax will be a romping room indeed, as children will be comprising 85% of the audience at Amsterdam ArenA. At this point, Ajax are basically telling schools to bring all the kids for the afternoon do-over. I may need to go witness this for myself. From what it was, it could turn out to be the adorable match ever played - like Junior

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You've probably seen that Robbie Rogers has now signed with Leeds United, pending work permit approval. Somehow, all of the reports have glaringly left out one rather important detail: I can confirm that it's a two-and-half-year deal.Sadly, what I have yet to be able to confirm is the name of the mystery English club he visited in December. I'm fairly sure... but fairly sure doesn't win Cupcake

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For those fanatics among you interested in getting a glimpse at MLS' stars and busts of tomorrow, MLSS is offering some vids of the combine here from its three dates, the last of which was today. It comes on the heels of their official mock draft, which we can throw into the ring with the host of others popping up around the innernets in recent days. Draft hits on Thursday, so expect some

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As with all things WPS, there is a degree of uncertainty regarding its two biggest stars. Abby Wambach told the Associated Press that she's still undecided as to whether or not she'll be playing stateside next season. Marta, the mercurial Brazilian forward, noted her European options as well.For what it's worth, Wambach stated that American qualification for the 2012 Olympics was her top priority

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As I said before, EPL = vacation home for old MLS stars. Heh.- Greg Seltzer

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Doesn't that sound fun?!?!? Apparently, an esteemed panel of world soccer scribes (including a couple of NSC pals from England) thought so. They have combined to issue a ranking of the 100 best players on the rock.Before you go nose-dive into the link to check if some American or another made the list: nope, they didn't, zero. I just happen to have a couple of very specific issues with this stat,

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Alright... I'm not saying Kyle Martino doesn't deserve a charmed life, but c'mon!Dude played pro and international soccer, married Eva Amurri and had killed national broadcasts like a pro by the time he'll turn 31 next month. Fine. Great. I'm happy for the guy.But now, NOW, he's gotten to be a judge on Cupcake Wars.(distant stare full of raging sorrow)It's just too much, the envy piped high like

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Yes, even the animated Taiwanese got excited by Tim Howard's goal against Bolton this week. As far as I'm aware, watching this does not cause seizures.- Greg Seltzer

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While English observers are foaming at the mouth Homer Simpson-style over the Liverpool v Manchester United clash drawn in the FA Cup fourth round.All us Ameri-nuts, however, get the tingle from a different tourney match-up set for the end of the month: Everton v Fulham, otherwise known in our bubble as the first ever EPL edition of Landon v Deuce.- Greg Seltzer

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Since the O.G. post got lapped, (finally) once again back is the incredible goal animal - on an actual video.szólj hozzá: Fulham v Charlton 4:0 FA Cup- Greg Seltzer

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Last night, an independent Rayo Vallecano news outlet (yes, I'm serious) reported that the club were angling to bring Freddy Adu back to training when he's done with Olympic camp and that they had begun talking with Philly Union about what the fee would be. I can now confirm that they pretty much nailed it (and that they nipped me in doing so). Let's not get ahead of ourselves just yet, but a go

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[Photo: Press Association]A deft area finish put Fulham up 1-0 over FA Cup guests Charlton and Deuce into the scoring lead for Americans in Europe with 10 goals across all competitions this term.UPDATE: Make that a hat trick and 12 for the campaign. Dempsey deposited a Bryan Ruiz helper and then slammed home a spot kick won by the Costa Rica wing terror. Triple clippery to come...- Greg Seltzer

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Caleb Porter has named his January 22 for Olympic prep that will continue in L.A. and Costa Rica. Obviously, the eye-opener this time is a certain former Mexico youth international of promise. Again, this group seems a little small to me, especially considering there is no textbook #9 type in the bunch.G - David Bingham (San Jose Earthquakes), Zac MacMath (Philadelphia Union)D - Gale

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Thank God it's blow off work in the afternoon day...Let's start with Earnie Stewart, who talks Jozy with ESPN's Leander Schaerlaeckens.Everton keeper Tim Howard talks about his goal and the loss against Bolton.What's that you say, Timmy? Had it happen to you before? Oh dear, you should not have said that to my ears... set the Doc's DeLorean to Manchester United reserve action, 2005.Who out there

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Sochaux returnee Charlie Davies is not in the squad for this weekend's Coupe de France tie at Bastia. It's just a little too soon, doesn't mean anything in particular. He will play for the reserves on Sunday.- Greg Seltzer

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The quick gist: Omar Gonzalez has a left ACL rupture, he's been recalled (in every applicable sense of the word) to L.A. for surgery and will probably miss 4-6 months. Shocking bad luck all the way around, but FC Nürnberg seemed to fall in love with guy fast. Don't at all be surprised if we see him "visiting" again before 2012 is over. Report coming at MLSS.- Greg Seltzer

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People can be so crafty with words and accounts and descriptions, no doubt. But if you listen veeeeery carefully, you can hear what is really being said.Case in point: the curious case of Omar Gonzalez. I'll run through this in order up to the inescapable final conclusion, so you can see how all those puzzle book logic problems as a kid have served me well as an adult listener.1 - Yesterday,

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Well... not for the direct purpose of ignoring you, anyway. There's just been 43 things buzzing about nonstop, allowing crazy to win the day. I missed my own soccer game and have just now eaten what should probably pass for lunch at 11 pm. I inadvertently and unknowingly caused a sourcing delay for some of my peers. It's all great fun, but eats the clock away before I know it.You have a great

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The 2012 MLS schedule is up, boys, so get set for the longest season ever. It will also be the biggest TV season ever, with NBC in for 41 games.- Greg Seltzer

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FYI: It's not who you think it is.- Greg Seltzer

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Nope. It happened alright. Cut of the Day just got even better. Not only did Tim Howard score on his opposite, but Everton blew the lead to fall 2-1 at home to Bolton.- Greg Seltzer

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Landon Donovan starts along with Tim Howard for Everton tonight. Kickoff is approaching and there is pre-game (if no also in-game) commentary available at Radio BBC Merseyside. Of course, I'll break in with the key updates for those unlucky souls stuck at work right now.2.56 PM ET - It seems as though you can listen to the action live through that radio link. How do you like that??2.58 PM -

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A bit earlier, I was sent a birdie email suggesting Hammarby were the ones about to sign former North Carolina forward Billy Schuler. Then minutes ago, suddenly, everybody and their mother over in Sweden started reporting this.Gregg Berhalter 1, MLS 0? Nothing from the club yet.UPDATE: A Swedish scribe has clued me in to the original source of the reporting, the daily Expressen. Not just for fair

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Okay, I have been lazing about long enough. I have stuff for you backed up on the old notepad and it's time to clear the rolls. Since an ill-fated bike sojourn to buy new kicks ended with a sudden drenching on my way back and I'm feeling kinda out of it, let's start with something easy that's been ready for eons.No, this isn't soccer, but there is still plenty to appreciate on this list apart

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