Tuesday, December 23, 2014
Dramatic Hannover Steal Freiburg's Spotlight #SCFH96
Lineups:
Freiburg: Bürki, Günter, Kempf, Krmas, Riether, Klaus, Darida, Schuster, Schmid, Frantz, Mehmedi
Hannover 96: Zieler, Sakai, Marcelo, Sané, Albornoz, Schmiedebach, Hirsch, Briand, Stindl, Kiyotake, Joselu
Midfield Synergy
Hannover’s...
Friday, November 28, 2014
Match Review: PSG vs. Ajax (UCL Group Stage)
Lineups:
PSG: Sirigu, van der Wiel, Marquinhos, David Luiz, Maxwell, Pastore, Rabiot, Matuidi, Cavani, Ibrahimović, Lavezzi
Subs Used: Lucas Moura (68'), Chantôme (75'), Digne (86')
Ajax: Cillessen, Van Rhijn, Van der Hoorn, Denswil, Boilesen, Klaassen,...
Tuesday, November 11, 2014
#TURvBRA Friendly: Preview on Brazil
Date: Wednesday, November 12, 2014
Location: Istanbul, Turkey
Stadium: Şükrü Saraçoğlu Stadium
Since Dunga’s second time in charge of the Seleção, things have been looking bright for Brazil. Having clean sheets in all of their last four friendlies,...
#TURvBRA Friendly: Preview on Turkey
Turkey will play a friendly game against Brazil in İstanbul on November 12. The last time these two sides met was in 2007. Turkey have not won against Brazil in a total of 6 meetings, so the stage is set for a very electric atmosphere at Şükrü Saraçoğlu...
Sunday, October 19, 2014
FIFA's Ethics Committee Dilemma
FIFA was under investigation after accusations of corruption were brought up in the selection process of the 2018 and 2022 World Cup bids. Michael Garcia is the lead investigator in charge of this case. A 350 page report was issued by FIFA’s Ethics...
Friday, October 17, 2014
The Takeaway: Turkey's Test Against Czech Republic and Latvia
Turkey have all the tools to play eye-to-eye against any opponent. Although the EURO 2016 campaign has been less than ideal, it is a test of the players’ resolve. Against both Czech Republic and Latvia they showcased their strengths and weaknesses. Here...
Friday, October 3, 2014
Match Review: Sporting CP-Chelsea (UCL Group Stage)
Lineups
Sporting CP: R. Patrício, Cédric, Maurício, Sarr, J. Silva, J. Mário, William, Adrien, Carrillo, Slimani, Nani
Subs Used: Oliveira (63’), Capel (81’), Montero (81’)
Chelsea: Courtois, Ivanović, Cahill, Terry, Filipe Luís, Matić, Fàbregas,...
Saturday, August 16, 2014
Caner Erkin: Fenerbahçe's Powerhouse
At 5 feet 11 inches and 165 pounds, he stands as a pillar of strength. He’s a valuable piece of the puzzle. When you leave this piece out, the picture is left incomplete. As one of Fenerbahçe’s most in-form players, Caner Erkin’s 3 goals and 14 assists...
Sunday, July 27, 2014
Lars Stindl: The Face of Hannover 96
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In the 2014-15 season of the Bundesliga, Hannover 96 will have the youngest squad in the league with an average age of 23.8 years (Transfermarkt). As captain of Die Roten, Lars Stindl has what it takes to steer his team to a successful season.
Via...
Sunday, July 6, 2014
Top 5 Reasons Why Everyone Should Love David Luiz (Brazil vs. Colombia Edition)
A year ago, I wrote a piece explaining the 'Top 5 Reasons Why Everyone Should Love David Luiz'. I'm back now to tell you why you should love him even more (if that's possible). After Brazil's 2-1 win against Colombia, people began to notice how much...
Wednesday, July 2, 2014
The Perception of Playing Styles in Football
Football is an art form. I don’t only see 22 players on the pitch. I see a master diligently creating his painting. Each step is a brushstroke. Every touch on the ball is a production. The beauty lies in the fact we have our own unique interpretations....
Thursday, June 26, 2014
#CONCACAFed: Mexico Edition
Mexico: Group A (Group with Brazil)
CONCACAF’ed: Cameroon and Croatia
Draw: Brazil
Loss: None
Mexico were the team that struggled to qualify for the World Cup. Having won only two of their last ten matches in the World Cup Qualifiers, people were convinced...
Monday, June 23, 2014
#CONCACAFed: USA Edition
USA: Group G (Group of Death)
CONCACAF’ed: Ghana
Draw: Portugal
Loss: None
Going into this competition, many people have undermined the United States. The USMNT are viewed as inexperienced and are not considered a real threat in their group. From their...
Tuesday, June 17, 2014
#USAvGHA More Than Just A Game: My Reaction
Monday morning. Bullets of rain are pounding on the pavement. There is a certain gloominess lingering around that I can’t shake off. I’m not superstitious by any means, but I’m searching for a sign of good luck. Something that will tell me it will be...
Monday, June 2, 2014
Real Madrid’s Away Kit: Real Men Wear Pink
Today, Real Madrid released their new home and away kits for next season. What had many people talking was their away kit.
Everyone has a say, regardless if he or she is a fan of Real Madrid. Most male supporters do not like the concept of this kit....