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“The Grand Conceit of American Soccer” or the Conceit of the Author?
The guys discuss Ken Sweda’s recent bashing of MLS, the USSF in his article on 3Four3 called “The Grand Conceit of American Soccer” where Sweda refers to MLS fans as “bamboozled” and American MLS players as “sub-par” and “soccer deficient college graduates.” Not that the article needs more views, but …
Straus, the Snowbowl & Tie at Azteca Bring US Team Together
Brian Straus’ article, the snowbowl vs Costa Rica and the workman-like tie vs Mexico at Azteca seems to have pulled the USMNT together.
Loose Lips Sink Ships: Is Klinsmann Losing the Locker Room? (Costa Rica Preview)
by Derek Richey and Brett Corbit “Frustration is mounting,” writes Brian Straus in his recent Sporting News article. And I don’ think any of us were surprised to hear that Carlos Bocanegra was broken-hearted and upset by Klinsmann’s decision to not start him versus Honduras, but according to Straus, the …
Jurgen Klinsmann Needs a Look in the Mirror, and Soon
The US Players aren’t the only ones letting Jurgen Klinsmann and US fans down… And its not all tired legs, long trips and long grass either… And it isn’t just the evolution of CONCACAF. And this isn’t the first team to face those challenges.
US v Honduras Aftermath: Why You Should Be Concerned
So Jurgen Klinsmann says we’ll see a very different team for the next qualifier in March. I hope so. We’d like to see a very different Jurgen Klinsmann. Why you should be concerned by the US v Honduras result….
US v Antigua & Barbuda World Cup Qualifier: It Didn’t Need to be That Close
The guys discuss and review the US match vs Antigua & Barbuda in the 2012 World Cup Qualifier. The US slips by with a 2-1 win. Eddie Johnson comes away with two goals but does he deserve a “9″ rating? When we get into the hexagon, how comfortable do you …
Garber & MLS “Better” About Allowing Players Go Abroad?
Are Don Garber and MLS serious about becoming a selling league? Are we under or over-valuing or players? Thoughts about Cameron’s move to Stoke. Tightshirt Twellman says he’s surprised Demerit hasn’t gotten another chance at the Nats–are you? On The Straight Red Card.
How does Alonso Fit Into the National Team Picture? US Open Cup Becomes MLS Fest
The guys discuss the potential inclusion of Alonso (Seattle Sounders) to the US National Team options. Would Klinsmann include him in future lineups? The US Open Cup becomes a MLS festival…On The Straight Red Card. www.thestraightredcard.com.
Michael Bradley to Roma, Clint Dempsey to Arsenal–Real or Memorex?
The guys explore the possible moves of Michael Bradley and Clint Dempsey to Roma and Arsenal. How sure are we these deals will happen? The Bradley deal seems sealed, but what about Dempsey? How will they fair at bigger clubs? And a Euro Cup 2012 review on The Straight Red …
US v Antigua & Barbuda & Guatemala & Dexter St. Jock on TSRC
The guys discuss the friendly vs Canada, the first qualifier vs Antigua & Barbuda, and the upcoming match vs Guatemala…Oh, and Dexter St Jock. Enough 2-a-days already? Shift Bocanegra to LB and bring in Cameron? on The Straight Red Card…
