Monthly Archives: February 2011

Duck, Duck, GOAL!!!

Posted on February 28, 2011 by

Fox Soccer Channel billed Napoli’s visit to San Siro to take on AC Milan as the biggest game of the season in the Serie A. Frankly, I think that honor will go to another San Siro fixture, when AC Milan and … Continue reading →

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A Cold Cup of Carling, Jubilant in Jamaica, & Other Action

Posted on February 28, 2011 by

THE CARLING CUP I actually did venture out to a number of local markets in search of a six-pack of a Carling product for this match. It was far easier to find in Cape Town, where locals enthusiastically recomended Carling … Continue reading →

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THE NEW YORK COSMOS: More Than Just A Clothing Line?

Posted on February 25, 2011 by

It will likely horrify you to know that I directed a one-act play in college. Even more bizarre is what my professor told me afterwards. He said that his wife walked out of the theater after my play (there were … Continue reading →

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MORE THAN JUST HYPOCRISY: Barcelona Management Hope To Fool Fans & Foes

Posted on February 24, 2011 by

Three things distinguish FC Barcelona president Sandro Rosell from your average man. First, and most obvious, is that he is a fine dresser. Second, albeit less obvious, is that he is afflicted with miniscule genitalia. And third, Rosell exudes the kind of … Continue reading →

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SWEET 16: Final Rematch & Riviera Rest Home

Posted on February 24, 2011 by

RED & WHITE BEAT BLACK & BLUE In the 2010 final, Internazionale Milan beat Bayern Munich 2-0 to win the Champions League in Madrid. The two now meet in the Round of 16, with the first leg at the San Siro. … Continue reading →

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SWEET 16: Chelsea Rise & Madrid Hold

Posted on February 23, 2011 by

CHELSEA WALTZ THROUGH COPENHAGEN Down-on-their-luck Chelsea traveled to scenic Copenhagen for the first leg of their Round of 16 tie. The English club insists that the Champions League is their priority, which is understandable because they don’t have a shot at … Continue reading →

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THE WEEK IN FOOTIE: FA Cupsets & Other Euro Action

Posted on February 21, 2011 by

EVERTON EDGE CHELSEA Chelsea hosted Everton for a replay of their FA Cup Round 4 fixture. The first finished 1-1. And Everton looked the stronger of the two sides, despite missing their top scorer Saha – and Chelsea fielding its first squad. … Continue reading →

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SWEET 16: The Return of Champions League Soccer

Posted on February 17, 2011 by

ARSENAL BEAT BARCELONA London. Arsenal versus Barcelona. No, it wasn’t the Champions League final, though many wish “Barcenal” were. It was the first leg of the tournament’s most anticipated Round of 16 fixture, held at the Emirates. Arsenal fielded a full squad, with … Continue reading →

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The Original Ronaldo Retires: #9 Best Hamburgers in NYC

Posted on February 14, 2011 by

Brazil’s legendary #9, the original Ronaldo, has announced his retirement. For those of you who can’t remember his form before he slothed back to Brazil to play for Corinthians, the striker racked up some impressive numbers for his club sides: Barca, PSV, Real Madrid, … Continue reading →

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THE WEEK IN FOOTIE: Title Races Heat Up

Posted on February 14, 2011 by

THE BATTLE FOR MANCHESTER Never before have expectations been so high, or the consequences so great, for Manchester City in this derby with crosstown rivals Manchester United. City trail league leaders United and 2nd-place Arsenal (by 5 & 1 points, respectively), … Continue reading →

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