With the Conference Finals now set with their four teams, we look back at the crazy matches that took place over the weekend that were full of tension, wicked goals, and the swansong of an Italian legend. Seattle Sounders vs Vancouver Whitecaps (2-0, 2-0 aggregate) Before the first game of the series between the Seattle … More MLS Playoff Recap (Leg 2 Conference Semifinal)
With all of the first legs of the MLS Conference Semifinals done and dusted, here are the recaps and big talking points for each of the four games that took place: Vancouver Whitecaps vs Seattle Sounders (0-0) The Cascadia rivals left Vancouver with a 0-0 draw Sunday night and a place in the Western Conference … More MLS Playoff Recap (Leg 1 Conference Semifinal)
For many years, playing as a midfielder was my thing; it was my area of the field, a place where I knew best. I can create plays, break-up opponents’ attacks, and score a goal here and there if the moment comes up. I may never have been the fastest guy playing, but I loved being … More Having a Position Conundrum
For years, Celtic have been included in a conversation that’s decades old, one which keeps popping up every time the club dominates in Scottish football. With the team currently in first in the Scottish Premiership after going undefeated through the first eight games, Celtic are being brought up once again in the age-old question: should … More Could Celtic Be Successful in the Premier League?
The waiting is finally over. The stage is set, the groups are formed, and the fans can get their vacation days circled on their calendars and their passports updated. The Champions League is back! And as usual, there are some tasty matchups and some level-talented squads among the eight groups. While the famed tournament begins … More The Uefa Champions League 2017-18 Group Stage Predictions
As someone as dedicated and devoted to a sport as you are, you know that taking part in it in any kind of way makes you feel better. You play because it’s your life, passion, and for many, a way to make life-long friends. Many are fortunate enough to play when they can, and a … More It’s Hard to Only Play Soccer in the Summer and Winter, But It’s Totally Perfect
With all of the summer signings taking place, and with more possibly on the way, the big teams of the Premier League are getting ready for the upcoming season. But while most, if not all, the teams that typically finish high in the standings will most likely stay there, it’s their run of form in … More English Teams Should Not Play Poorly in the Champions/Europa League This Season
Although the competition started on June 28, this week is where the new edition of the UEFA Champions League really starts to get things going, where the third qualifying round gets underway. The 30 teams that are at this stage get the chance over two legs to progress into the playoff round, which is the … More The Champions League Starts to Get Heated Up
Both may be situated in different continents and don’t know much, if anything, about each other, there are in fact more bonds that are shared between amauter soccer teams Detroit City FC and FC United of Manchester than the 3,611 miles and vast Atlantic Ocean that separates the two clubs. Over this past Memorial … More Two Different Teams, One Same Philosophy
It was already established before the match that Atletico would be the underdog to their tougher city rivals. Their plan was to stay compact and batten down the hatches and go forward only when possible, with Fernando Torres and Antoine Griezmann breaking on the counter. As for Real Madrid, attacking just enough to where they wouldn’t … More Real Madrid Use Penalty Kicks to Defeat Atletico, Wins 11th Champions League Title
Straight Off The Woodwork 