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ESPN: The British Invasion
ESPN is creating a new UK-based channel in order to broadcast the live Premier League matches they now own the rights to. If "First Take" ends up on the schedule, this could destroy the NATO alliance. [Guardian, via Sports Hernia]
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Comment by Weed Against Speed: "That chap must be marmite because he's on a crumpet!" -Stuart Scott 2 Responses | Other threads
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Cristiano Ronaldo Stars In World's Largest Press Conference
Almost 80,000 people showed up at Real Madrid's stadium last night just to watch Cristiano Ronaldo try on a shirt. I'm starting to suspect that you don't love your favorite team enough. More »
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Comment by Mr. Praline: I hope he likes playing with the dynamic midfield duo of Arriaga and Arriaga II. 2 Responses | Other threads
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Racist European Soccer Fans, Go Sit In A Corner
"A referee should first demand over the public address system that fans stop their racist behavior. If they fail to do so, the game should be suspended for five to 10 minutes, with teams sent to the locker rooms." [AP]
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By Ben CohenComment by Chris Hanson's Axe: How can dago and just do that? 9 Responses | Other threads
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Mobster Doesn't Take Kindly To Soccer Players Who Insult His Girlfriend
It must have stung Bulgarian goaltender Nikolay Mihailov when his Playmate model girlfriend dumped him for a notorious mob boss—but it probably stings even more when the mob boss decides to attack you with acid. More »
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Comment by Bob Loblaw: Nikoleta must be a broken down Trabant from the old East Germany Wow, that is some caustic wit. 5 Responses | Other threads
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So We All Still Love Soccer Now, Right?
Does anyone know when the next USA soccer game is? Because unless it's this Wednesday*, I'm guessing our nation may have trouble parlaying the magical Confederations Cup showing into a nationwide love affair with the sport. More »
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Comment by BigTenObsession: The real truth is that those of us who love soccer don't really give a shit if the rest of... 7 Responses | Other threads
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Brazilians. Yankees. Open Thread (Holy Crap,
It's the first annual Thrillerbowl, as the U.S. goes for their biggest soccer win ever. (Were you born in 1950? I didn't think so.) Follow in the comments, check the liveblogs, and watch out for the bees. [ESPN/Unprofessional Foul/Sporting News]We're WinningTiedLosingWe Lost)
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Comment by bonerland: America will never be a soccer power until we learn to celebrate goals better. Where's the choreographed dancing? ... 7 Responses | Other threads
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DUAN!
How The U.S. Can Wipe The Floor With Brazil
Bob Bradley must be slightly busy right now trying to prepare his team to pull off another upset of a superior squad. Toilet-papering one of Brazil's finest is probably a strategy he hasn't considered. More »
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By Ben CohenComment by kbjone: "How The U.S. Can Wipe The Floor With Brazil" Brazil's starting 11 is diagnosed with swine flu and quarantined to the... 1 Responses | Other threads
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soccer
The Other Wins That Were Supposed To Change U.S. Soccer
United States 2, Spain 0. "Probably the greatest victory" in U.S. Soccer history. History-making. The one that will change the future of soccer in the country, right? It can join the club. More »
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By Ben CohenComment by Tully Blanchard Enterprises: 1994 World Cup: U.S. 2, Colombia 1 Only thing that helped change was the roster spot of goalie for Columbia, and... 6 Responses | Other threads
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Egyptian Press Reports What Really Happened In That South Africa Hotel Room
In Egypt, which lacks a free press, the government can try to make a scandal dissipate just by using politically correct language. Case in point: apparently, the translation for "possibly-money-stealing-and-home-wrecking prostitutes" is "girls." More »
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By Ben CohenComment by David Hume: apparently, the translation for "possibly-money-stealing-and-home-wreckin... prostitutes" is "girls." I want to know what the translation for "get down on this hog... 4 Responses | Other threads
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soccer
The United States-Spain Aftermath: Fun With Google Translations
"Suddenly, the fluid Xavi football, friendships imaginative patent associations disappeared. United States, with its two lines that tightened the nuts of a submarine, had sprayed the tiqui-taca." More »
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Comment by StuScott Booyahs: The Yankees we descend from the cloud But fear not, Spaniards, if thou believeth on us, thou shalt receive peace. 2 Responses | Other threads
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The Greatest Upset In The History Of Sports (This Week)
The United States has just flabbergasted the world, ending Spain's 35-match unbeaten streak with a 2-nil shutout of the planet's No. 1 team. Put that in your vuvuzela and blow on it.
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Comment by Quake 'n' Shake: Dear Spain, You should not have pulled out of Iraq. Sincerely,Team America 13 Responses | Other threads
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confederations cup
The Tiny Plastic Horn That Will Ruin The World Cup
If you've watched the Confederations Cup, you have no doubt been annoyed by the mysterious buzzing sound that drowns out even the TV announcers. Well, get used to it, because that sound will haunt you throughout next year's World Cup. More »
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Comment by ClueHeywood: If only South Africa could devise a system to keep these fans apart from the European fans. 3 Responses | Other threads
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soccer
Iran "Retires" Soccer Players Who Went Green
Four players on the Iranian national team have been banned — err, retired — from competition for wearing green wristbands in their Wednesday match. Two others also defied orders to remove the green gear, and their fate is "unknown." [Guardian]
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By Ben CohenComment by Karlifornia: These guys are really gonna neda bulletproof vest. 10 Responses | Other threads
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soccer
One Sporting Event That's Too Dangerous For Bylines
Chances are, you've never been to Myanmar. And correct me if I'm wrong, but you've also never been to a soccer game in Myanmar, because it's Myanmar, and because it's illegal for five people to gather in the same place. More »
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By Ben CohenComment by decoitous: ESPN reports that the champion of the Myanmar National League will play the North Korean national team for the coveted... 4 Responses | Other threads
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whimsy
Ice Cream Does Not Belong On Your Face, Kid
Seriously, why is this kid at the Italy-Brazil game rubbing his ice cream bar on his face? Not to sound like a busybody, but where are his parents? I think the state may need to get involved here. [YouTube]
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Comment by Youkilis on First: No fair, Deadspin!!! Erin Andrews was at the College World Series last night holding the broken belt of Texas'... 1 Responses | Other threads
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soccer
The Real Reason For Egypt's Soccer Loss?: Thieving Gangs Of Hookers
A 3-0 loss to the hapless United States was embarrassing enough, but Egyptian soccer may be more embarrassed by reports that the team was robbed by prostitutes they brought back to their hotel. At least one explains the other. More »
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Comment by Laser Guided: One would assume the comedy pyramids in this thread will be top-notch. 3 Responses | Other threads
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Egypt De-Pantses Italians Soccer Team
And now for something on the lighter side ... guy falls down, loses shorts. Ha ha. I would not have expected tighty whiteys from the Italian team, though. [TotalProSports]
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Comment by You Said It, Man: I do believe "pantless Italians" is just redundant. /speculating 4 Responses | Other threads
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How Do Iranian Soccer Players Protest? Very Carefully
Iran's soccer team may have found it difficult to concentrate on their World Cup qualifying match in South Korea today, since their country is, you know, engulfed in the cleansing flames of democratic awakening. More »
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Comment by The Governor: This incredibly subtle form of protest works because green is pretty much the only color allowed in their country No wonder... 2 Responses | Other threads
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DUAN!
Team Iraq Will Be Your Soccer Darling Tomorrow
There's some type of non-American football tournament commencing in South Africa tomorrow as an appetizer to the World Cup. And, look, there's Iraq. Wave to them! More »
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By Matt SussmanComment by Proverbial: I think I speak for everyone in Canada when I say thanks for posting a Hulu video. 6 Responses | Other threads
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Even Their Coaches Know How To Flop
In this undated video, we have an exciting footysoccer game with brilliant ball control, superb balance, and absolutely no match fixing whatsoever. What else do you need? More »
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By Matt SussmanComment by Phil Mickelsons Man Tits: This is definitely one of my favorite videos on the internets. _from=PL&index=36 2 Responses | Other threads
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Cristiano Ronaldo Will Also Accept Large Piles Of Real Madrid's Cash
Just days after Kaka broke the world transfer record by going from AC Milan to Real Madrid, his new squad plunked down another $131 million to take Cristiano Ronaldo away from Manchester United. They are—how you say?—living large. More »
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Comment by HirsheysKissMyArse: As Mr. Red Devil and I are the only two Man Utd. fans around this joint (and I think he's... 6 Responses | Other threads
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soccer
Soccer Player Survives On-Field Heart Attack
Today's most popular viral video? Belgian footballer Anthony Van Loo (funny) suffers a heart attack mid-game (not funny), but survives thanks to his implanted defibrillator (applause!). More »
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Comment by MeAndChipperJones: Hush my thundering pulses! Two soccer post in under an hour. Not sure the Canadians are going to like this... 2 Responses | Other threads
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$94 Million Just Ain't What It Used To Be
The world's financial oblivion has affected some sports clubs worse than others. Perhaps Real Madrid giving AC Milan $94 million to take their best player will clue you in on who the haves and have nots are. More »
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Comment by MeAndChipperJones: If Real have Kaka, Robben, AND Ronaldo, they will become the epi-center of dush-ness for the entire planet. A swirling... 9 Responses | Other threads
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Seeking Soccer Aficionados With $140 Million To Spare
"The Board of Newcastle United can today confirm that the Club is for sale at the price of £100m. Interested parties should contact Newcastle United at admin@nufc.co.uk (or Keith Harris at Seymour Pierce) for further details." [The Sun]
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By Ben CohenComment by StuScott Booyahs: Do I get a relegation discount? 5 Responses | Other threads
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DUAN!
Chicago Fire Fans Take Their Name Quite Literally
Houston Dynamo announcer on the Chicago Fire's Section 8 celebrating its Friday night with flares: "That is a thing of beauty. You're not going to see that at an NBA game." More »
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By Ben CohenComment by MattinglysSideburns: Evening DUAN. How's this for Saturday night plans? I'm attending a birthday party this evening with an open bar. There,... 9 Responses | Other threads
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Congratulations, Cristiano Ronaldo Is Nailing Your Sister
Chelsea had a bit of a rough go of it this year, especially after losing a heartbreaker to Barcelona in the Champions League, but their Italian-Brazilian midfielder Juliano Belletti can take solace in the fact that his sister has found comfort in the arms of Man U coxswain Cristiano Ronaldo. More »
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Comment by Jack Carpenter: I'd like to rub some barbeque sauce on that behind and brrrrrr /Anchorman'd But really, I'd stick inanimate objects in places that... 7 Responses | Other threads
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Lionel Messi Enjoyed The Parade
Hey, when you score a goal to seal the Champions League final then you can get hammered and try to steal someone's giant inflatable lollipop. Until then you'll just have to be jealous of Lionel Messi, the soberest man in all of Barcelona. [Docksquad Sports]
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Comment by Gourmet Spud: He's not doing anything to help the Spanish's reputation for racism with that insulting caricature of an Irishman. 4 Responses | Other threads
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Manchester United Fan Doesn't Take Well To Losing
Upset with Manchester United's loss to Barcelona in The Biggest Game Ever, a fan steered a minibus into a group of Barcelona fans and killed four people. "The man confessed to doing it on purpose," a police spokeswoman said. "He now says he doesn't know why he did it." [BBC]
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By Ben CohenComment by ClintonPortishead: The irony here is that those killed were all making the slant-eyed gesture right before being hit by a careening,... 5 Responses | Other threads
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DUAN!
And Now A Nice Photo Of A Man Getting Kicked In The Face
No, it's not Champions League, but it is a good way to show off the WSJ's outstanding "Sports Snapshot" photo blog-a-majig. Amazingly, the man getting kicked in the head is Houston Dynamo forward Brian Ching who used that very same dented dome to score a goal later in the game. More »
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By DAULERIOComment by ClintonPortishead: DUAN Jeopardy! Answer: three items found in John Daly's golf bag. 76 Responses | Other threads
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Only The British Can Make Soccer Sound Like Fellatio
The Guardian, liveblogging Barca-Man U: "Stroke … pass … triangle … slide-rule pass … back-heel … tip … tap … slide-rule pass … neat triangle … neat triangle … neat triangle … through-ball … languid stroke … flick … trap … deft touch … chest … clatter … hoof." [Guardian]
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By Tommy CraggsComment by CCSABBATICAL: Chest...bra...clasps...undone......wo..WOAH!!! My bad, I got a little lost there.. 3 Responses | Other threads
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Barcelona and Manchester United Fight Over World's Remaining Marbles
I think I can say without hyperbole that for soccer nuts, today is like Christmas, Fourth of July, and the Super Bowl all rolled into one—only 100 million times bigger. It's the UEFA Champions League Final Day ... and you stupid Yanks are stuck at work!
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Comment by Mr. Poon: can't wait. i guess this means that my football boycott (on the basis of newcastle's relegation) didn't last very long. 6 Responses | Other threads
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Blowing The Whistle: Turkish Soccer Ref Forced Out Because He's Gay
A Turkish soccer referee has lost his job on account of his liking dudes. Horrors! More »
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By Tommy CraggsComment by UkraineNotWeak: I'm sure he also enjoys gladiators movies. 3 Responses | Other threads
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Manchester United Secures Third Straight Premier League Title
A 0-0 draw with Arsenal did the trick. Man U is now tied with Liverpool with 18 titles all-time. And now I'm going to stop talking about soccer before I get something wrong. More »
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By Gourmet SpudComment by Father of 2 Future First Rounders: You can win a title with a 0-0 tie? I can't believe this hasn't caught on here yet. 7 Responses | Other threads
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Kill The Referee! (Starting With These Guys)
Here's a list you don't want to be on: The most notable referees who have been threatened with death for being bad at their jobs. It's not a very select group, either. [Off The Post]
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Comment by X-tacle: Not one American soccer referee among them? What about that one with the dark hair, average height and weight, with... 4 Responses | Other threads
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Chelsea Is Not Taking Their Champions League Defeat Well
Barcelona pulled off a miraculously late rally to win their Champions League semi-final slugfest over Chelsea yesterday, but the defeated English are having some trouble coping. At least no one has hung themselves! Yet. More »
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Comment by lastingsmilledge: tj: manny suspended 50 games for roids/PEDs/tj figures this happens the moment we get a soccer thread 5 Responses | Other threads
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Soccer Player Killed By Lightning, Then Goes On With His Life
Here's another story of deceased soccer fans, only this one has a happy ending, because the kid in question was lucky enough to be raised from the dead. More »
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Comment by ArkansasFred: Is there anything Germans can't do besides, you know, have personalities? 7 Responses | Other threads
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Arsenal Fan Commits Suicide After Champions League Wipeout
A Kenyan soccer fan hung himself—in his Arsenal jersey—after his favorite team got thumped by Manchester United in the Champions League yesterday. That is not dealing well with defeat. More »
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Comment by BruschisBrewsky: Is it a good idea to have the guy from Queer Eye as your goalie? 3 Responses | Other threads
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Mexican Soccer Player Red Carded For Swine Flu
Speaking of bold, unexpected strategies—Guadalajara defender Hector Reynoso has been banned from international competition because he spit and sneezed on opposing players and then told them he had swine flu. More »
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Comment by K-Gun: players were taunting them for their pork diseases Pork diseases include, but not limited to: Sausagonahrrea Pig Herpes Hamthrax The Itis Mud Butt 1 Responses | Other threads
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The Deadspin Pub Celebrates El Clasico
Barcelona is on the road to face Real Madrid in El Clasico, the marquee match on this weekend's schedule. Plus a full slate of action in the English Premier League. More »
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By KOGODComment by lastingsmilledge: fyi, if any of you didn't know, FSC won the US rights to the champions league for the next 3... 7 Responses | Other threads
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Welcome To Chandler Stadium (Please Wipe Feet Before Entering)
The Rochester Rhinos of the United Soccer League will name their stadium after you or your organization for a thousand bucks. Although like with CitiField, you may be bankrupt within the year. [Democrat And Chronicle]
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Comment by ScientificMapp: Please, dear God, let a couple of potheads scrape together $1000 so we can go watch a game at Hugh... 3 Responses | Other threads
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