A suggestion for the Silverbacks

Discussion in 'United Soccer Leagues' started by El Toro, Nov 13, 2002.

  1. El Toro

    El Toro New Member

    Aug 30, 2001
    Fountain & Fairfax
    #1 El Toro, Nov 13, 2002
  2. Canadian_Supporter

    Canadian_Supporter Member
    Staff Member

    Dec 20, 1999
    Prostějov, CR
    Club:
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    Nat'l Team:
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    #2 Canadian_Supporter, Nov 13, 2002
    He is slow and out of shape. However, he is good with holding the ball, but that is about it. I saw him play in a testimonial match in Scotland (on TV) and he looked bad. Let him stay with his Northern League club...
     
  3. El Toro

    El Toro New Member

    Aug 30, 2001
    Fountain & Fairfax
    #3 El Toro, Nov 13, 2002
    I have no doubt that he is past his prime, overweight, and has a drinking problem, but he is still a semi-legend. What a coup for a U.S. A_league team!
     
  4. JBG - Bribe Taker

    JBG - Bribe Taker Member

    Mar 17, 2000
    Mt. Pleasant, SC
    Club:
    Charleston
    Nat'l Team:
    United States
    #4 JBG - Bribe Taker, Nov 13, 2002
    I used to be a skeptic of these types of signings for A-League clubs. However, having been in Charleston during the signing of Wynalda & Diaz Arce, don't underestimate the positive PR & $$$ these name brand players can bring to a 2nd division market. Certainly, we fans can and should critique their current playing abilities, but a famous player (even a washed up one) will still grab some headlines in the anti-soccer US media and sell a number of tickets for the club.
     

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