Look, every sports fan in the world right now feels lost. There is no need to drone on about how its the best time of the year for sports yadda yadda. And just as I was starting to come to grips with the fact that NHL Playoffs may be canceled, Major League Baseball may notContinueContinue reading “Bud Light – Until We Meet Again”
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Wait a Minute.. There Are Still Soccer Leagues Playing Games?!?!
With everything going on in the world due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the safety of fans and athletes should be the #1 priority of sports leagues around the world. As of 4 days ago, there are still 3 leagues playing worldwide. Australia, Belarus, and Singapore are all still playing games, with different restrictions in place.ContinueContinue reading “Wait a Minute.. There Are Still Soccer Leagues Playing Games?!?!”
Will Wilson Hired as US Soccer new CEO and Secretary General
US soccer has named Will Wilson as the federations new CEO and Secretary General. Wilson is the uncle of retired Colts quarterback, Andrew Luck, and the brother in law of XFL commissioner, Oliver Luck. Wilson replaces ex CEO, Dan Flynn, who stepped down back in September. Wilson was formerly the executive VP and co-head ofContinueContinue reading “Will Wilson Hired as US Soccer new CEO and Secretary General”
Mbappe Tested For Coronavirus, Out for PSG vs. Dortmund Game.
News has just come out that PSG star Kylian Mbappe has been ill and missed the past two days of training. He is also out of the lineup for the PSG vs Dortmund matchup tomorrow. According to Yahoo Sports!, the French soccer star has been tested for the coronavirus today, and results are pending. ThisContinueContinue reading “Mbappe Tested For Coronavirus, Out for PSG vs. Dortmund Game.”
Tim Howard Comes Out of Retirement!
Yesterday, Tim Howard became the second player-owner in the world when he became a minority owner of USL soccer club Memphis 901 FC, and will play in the 2020 season. He was named the club’s sporting director and general manager last December, and now has a craving to get back on the field and seeContinueContinue reading “Tim Howard Comes Out of Retirement!”
MLS Week 1 Recap and Highlights
Well, the not so exciting world of Major League Soccer is back with some new faces that begin their first campaigns as professional squads. Yesterday, David Beckham’s Inter Miami squad lost against an MLS cup favorite side LAFC 1-0 off of a DISGUSTING Carlos Vela chip. Luckily I had the opportunity to watch this game.ContinueContinue reading “MLS Week 1 Recap and Highlights”
Manchester Shitty Strikes Again! Banned 2 Years From All UEFA Competitions
What a day it has been! To no surprise, Manchester City has been handed a 2-year ban and a €30 million fine for financial fair play violations. The club was found guilty of overstating its sponsorship revenue in its accounts between 2012 and 2016, as well as failing to cooperate in the investigation from UEFA.ContinueContinue reading “Manchester Shitty Strikes Again! Banned 2 Years From All UEFA Competitions”
The Champions League Knockout Stage is Back!!! Time To Win Some Money!
Finally! The moment we have all been waiting for! The Champions League Round of 16 first leg is set to begin on February 18 and wrap up February 26. Everyone (and their wallet) is in for a treat with the matchups. On the first day of matches, we will get to see Athletico Madrid vs.ContinueContinue reading “The Champions League Knockout Stage is Back!!! Time To Win Some Money!”
Hounds Win First Set of Preseason Games
The Hounds managed to pull off a set of 2-0 victories this weekend against collegiate opponents Duquesne University and Villanova. Although the Hounds are getting positive results so far, there is still much work to be done. First, the team needs to look to cut down its roster down to 23 players from its currentContinueContinue reading “Hounds Win First Set of Preseason Games”
Riverhounds Start Preseason Matches With Two Games This Weekend
The Pittsburgh Riverhounds officially started their preseason training camp on February 1st and chose to bring on 17 players on trial to practice with the 15 rostered players to try and fill out the remaining 8 roster spots. According to head coach Bob Lilley, “Some of the guys that came in were tight as aContinueContinue reading “Riverhounds Start Preseason Matches With Two Games This Weekend”
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