Sort of surprised I didn't see this... http://soccernet.espn.go.com/preview?id=169354&cc=5901 Looks like he might (emphasis the word 'might') actually get an opportunity at redemption. Hopefully he will take it and do well... although IMO, I always thought it was a bad idea for him to start running his mouth in the first place.
from http://www.96soccer.com/ "96 head coach Ewald Lienen announces 18 man roster for the game against VfB Stuttgart: Enke, Juric, Cherundolo, Mertesacker, Zuraw, Vinicius, Schneider, Lala, de Guzman, Dabrowski, But, Krupnikovic, Stajner, Stendel, Schröter, Christiansen, Leandro and Idrissou."
Haven't heard about it, but maybe Mathis and Lienen are able to surprise us. It is not very likely, but it would for sure be a big surprise for Stuttgart ;-)
Agree. Looked to me as if the piece was saying he'll have to make an impression from the bench, but not saying he's get that chance. Also, no contact from MLS at this point is interesting, as it's getting towards that time. I still think he could make a nice career in europe. But whereever, i do hope he finds a place he'll play. His judgement may lack a bit, but enjoy watching him.
Where is there any new information there? Not one new quote on Mathis situation (improvment).. smells like troll....
If I were in charge at Hannover I'd already have him on the transfer list... I'm not sure of the value I'd put on him, but it would be low enough that I think I'd get offers. Anyone know if he's playing in reserve matches or is he just practicing and watching from the stands?
The Clint Mathis that I know doesn't go to Europe and give up after less than a year. That's what I base it on.
oh yeah, like he is waiting for a big offer.He had to go on trial the first time.His rep has not exactly been enhanced since.
Didn't Andy Williams claim that RSL told him he'd play A-mid behind Kreis and Mathis? I don't think Clint is suited to play in Germany. Has he learned the language yet -- beyond the basics? Pointing at his wrist and grabbing his crotch don't count. We have players here that get along without speaking English, so maybe it doesn't matter, really -- football is football in any language. The trouble is, he isn't getting a chance to speak that language now -- or in the forseeable future.
Does he still qualify for a WP in England? If so, he could probably land a gig in the Championship. That would have to be his preference. Of course, I think he would do well in Holland also.
I did a very quick check from ussoccer.com In 2003 Clint played in 12 of 16 games. (75%) In 2004 he's played in 6 of 15 games. (40%) so that's 18 of 31 games which is 58% He may get in under appeal... but I wouldn't count on it
It's only the "official" games that count towards the total, so if you take out the friendlies: 2003: 7/8 2004: 3/8 Total: 10/16, or 62.5% Still short.
Is there any other news regarding the interest of 1860 Munich, other than the tidbit that was in Kicker this week? Would he consider going to a team in Norway, Belgium, or Holland if there was any interest?
Definitely. At the current rate, he's on a fast track to nowhere. Especially if the damage in his working relationship with Lienen is considered beyond repair. And if that is indeed the case, and Clint himself wants to make a move that could salvage his club career, I'd hope he'd be open to a move, anywhere (eg., elsewhere in Germany, another port of call on the continent, or even back to MLS).
If he'd play reserves I'd know that, so he doesn't ;-) And afaik and as far as the media has told us there isn't any news from germany about him going to Munich or elsewhere...
Only competitive games count, so that's Confed Cup, Gold Cup and Qualifiers. He was 7 for 7 in 2003 (the game against Martinique doesn't count). He has been 3 for 8 in 2004. That's 10 for 15, 67%. That's not enough but it is close, all he would need would be a letter detailing how he was injured for the Grenada games, and those two would put him over the threshhold. I think he could probably get a Work Permit, particularly coming from the BL as opposed to MLS. I think he'd be Coca-Cola League material at this point until he showed something, but I think he could get the WP.
how was Mathis ever linked to Bayern I would never figure. He's no more than an average player with a strong kick. Well...works for Becks...could work for anyone...though Mathis is but a zit on Becks ass, I can't see him play with anyone more worthy than Hannover at the moment. Enjoy while you have it Clint, it's down hill from here.