The "Thoughts That Don't Require Their Own Thread" Thread XIV

He's talking about the women's game.

 

You know, the War for Independence (from Britain).

 

i was offering independence cup as a possibility, not questioning ypur offering in a post i hadnt read yet

 

So great minds think alike!

 

@headdturnerr and Thomas Middleditch separated at birth?#NERevs pic.twitter.com/o1Neu8CEfU

— A Casual Fan (@A_Casual_Fan) August 29, 2021

 

My reaction to that article is to think that Forbes needs to hire a verb editor, to make sure each and every sentence has a verb.

 

I'm agnostic on alternatives to the draft, but I do think that college American soccer, peculiar to this country though it may be, has a continued role to play in the world soccer market. It surfaces those guys who are late bloomers, or who maybe washed out of a European academy but who are able to demonstrate that they can in fact play.

But the issue of how to allocate those players is not just an MLS issue. The lower tiers of American soccer are stocked almost exclusively with ex-college players.

I don't know what the answer is, and with the world soccer market in such a state of ferment, it's hard to imagine what a durable mechanism for player acquisition might even look like.

 

With Supporters' Shields, MLS Cups, and World Cup qualification points to chase, I really hope my heart is healthy enough to handle the road ahead...

September 5 United States v Canada
September 8 Honduras v United States
September 11 New England Revolution v New York City FC
September 18 New England Revolution v Columbus Crew
September 25 New England Revolution v Orlando City
September 29 CF Montréal v New England Revolution
October 7 United States v Jamaica
October 10 Panama v United States
October 13 United States v Costa Rica
October 16 New England Revolution v Chicago Fire
October 20 D.C. United v New England Revolution
October 24 Orlando City v New England Revolution
October 27 New England Revolution v Colorado Rapids
October 31 Chicago Fire v New England Revolution
November 7 New England Revolution v Inter Miami
November 12 United States v Mexico
November 16 Jamaica v United States
November 19 MLS Cup Playoffs begin, run through December 11

Strap in.

 

Watching Austin versus Vancouver, interesting to see that Austin has Fagundez lining up as a holding midfielder, alongside Alexander Ring. I never would have thought that would be a good role for him, but he was excellent.

 

IIRC, Revs played him in a holding role a few times, thought he did alright.

 

Why does the announcer of this USMNT game keep slipping in the phrase "O'Shea Nation"?
It's reminding me of Super Troopers when they play the "Meow" game.

 

Tantamount to a loss tonight for USMNT v. Canada. No coordinated attack!

 

This bit of um, nostalgia (?) popped up in a Twitter thread -

Get Your Kicks
https://soundcloud.com/creative-audio-music/new-england-revolution-jingle

!!!https://t.co/VQwaPp3uZF

— Rob McDougall (@RobMcDoogie) September 8, 2021

 

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Introducing the Customization Center at the @PatriotsProShop

Head into the Pro Shop today and get ready for #GameDay with your new customized jersey! pic.twitter.com/Xs3tWNUoE8

— Patriot Place (@PatriotPlace) September 8, 2021

 

Brian replies to a discussion about a long running shortage of Revs apparel - jersey, hats etc.

Correct. On “finished” items such as jerseys orders are placed ~9 months in advance. Printed items such as t-shirts can be replenished.

— Brian Bilello (@RevsPrez) September 9, 2021

 

I watched some of the ATL-ORL game on TV, and was left with the feeling that neither team was that impressive. ORL's defending in particular was atrocious. I have no particular hostility for either of those teams, but if that's what they're bringing, then I can't wait for the play-offs. It's such a warm, fuzzy feeling to have come this far.

 

I've never been able to say this on BigSoccer about the Revs in my entire life up until this point, so here it goes:

I am so happy where this team is going, from outright talent, depth, the training facility, the USL squad, having Bruce and Shalrie in the organization.

I have full confidence that Bruce has the full attention of his players, and that our squad is motivated and capable of winning MLS Cup this year.

I actually BELIEVE it when theres rumblings of new stadium talks again.


I am entirely and thoroughly impressed. Pass the Kool Aid.

 

Enjoy!!

 

This was my first time entering within 15 minutes of game time. The lines to get through security were much longer than I am used to but it went pretty quickly. Saw many women getting turned away because their clutch or purse was too big.

I was sitting on my couch when the 30 minute alert went off on my phone. I had forgotten the game was at 7:00. I live near the stadium (5 miles) and was able to get to the stadium, through more traffic than I am used to to, through longer security lines than I am used to and to my seat only missing 2 minutes. That included a stop at a concession stand for food.