World Soccer Thread

**'trane** · 01-16-2009, 01:54 PM

probably about time.

and thanks ever so much for the diversionary title of this thread...

Kris · 01-16-2009, 01:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 'trane

probably about time.

and thanks ever so much for the diversionary title of this thread...

Seriously!!

Dr. J. Naismith · 01-16-2009, 01:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 'trane

probably about time.

and thanks ever so much for the diversionary title of this thread...

Use them new mod tools 'trane and place it in the proper forum. Try not to break anything.

**fancylad** · 01-16-2009, 01:57 PM

i did it while y'all were discussin'.

Kris · 01-16-2009, 01:58 PM

What is ... this ... doing ... here ... ?

**fancylad** · 01-16-2009, 01:59 PM

fixed

TORaptor4Ever · 01-18-2009, 10:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Belsius

Messi is officially god playing soccer. The kid is ridiculous.

After the last World Cup I called Argentina as the winner of the next one. And Messi is the main reason why (along with LOADS of talent on the team).

Yep, he is "the truth".

And I'm quite happy to be a Man U. fan right now.

Dr. J. Naismith · 01-18-2009, 10:10 AM

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Originally Posted by TORaptor4Ever

And I'm quite happy to be a Man U. fan right now.

From a Chelsea fan to and Man. U. fan .... I salute you with a big "FU".

TORaptor4Ever · 01-18-2009, 10:51 AM

I'll never support a team with Lampard on it until he proves that he can play for England and NOT choke... lol.

**Belsius** · 01-18-2009, 11:28 AM

Barcelona breaks the record of points for half a season on the spanish league beating 5 - 0 Deportivo who was playing pretty well. Only loss for Barsa was in the first game in the season . 50 points of 57 posibles. Etoo, Messi and Henry together have more goals than the total of any team in the rest of the league. 45.

La liga is over.

Dr. J. Naismith · 02-04-2009, 12:40 PM

haha ... I knew it was only a matter of time before Beck's would want out from his MLS contract.

Link: http://tsn.ca/soccer/story/?id=26575...headlines_main

**Claudius** · 02-04-2009, 12:45 PM

Good for MLS. He didn't really increase attendance and really hurt the Galaxy. He's really been a collosal failure in LA and for MLS and if MLS can get out of that ridiculous contract, all the better.

**fancylad** · 02-04-2009, 04:28 PM

You would assume that the LA Galaxy are pleased with the change of events. Apparently they have some 1$ ticket promotion, so clearly times are tough in Lala land when it comes to the beautiful game.

It'll be interesting to see what happens.

Personally, i'll be more happy than sad. I always thought Beckham in the MLS was too much of a sideshow, and clearly it distracted the attention away from the product on the field.

This league needs to keep it real. and not expect to saved by the likes of David Beckham.

**Belsius** · 02-04-2009, 04:39 PM

David Beckham is a good player, but he is not a game changer. He needs to be surroended by great players to be effective. As much as I hate David beckham "The Celebrity", I love Beckham the "Player", he is a hard worker that loves the game.

Another old player that will end up his career in Milan...

BTW, when is the Champions back. I cant wait. No Real Madrid - Liverpool game for me. Cheapest seat is 160 euros. Im not paying that.

**Belsius** · 02-04-2009, 07:06 PM

Gerrard down, Liverpool out of the FA. Bad days for Red fans...

the_ raps_analyst · 02-04-2009, 07:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Claudius

Good for MLS. He didn't really increase attendance and really hurt the Galaxy. He's really been a collosal failure in LA and for MLS and if MLS can get out of that ridiculous contract, all the better.

ACtually, wen Becks came in, MLS merchandise rose 900%.

the_ raps_analyst · 02-04-2009, 07:25 PM

And barca will sweep trophies this year and as long as Messi is healthy they can do anything. he is the best player in the world hands down.

the_ raps_analyst · 02-04-2009, 07:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Belsius

Gerrard down, Liverpool out of the FA. Bad days for Red fans...

Yeah and they got rid of Robbie keane who wasnt doing anything under Benetiz.

the_ raps_analyst · 02-04-2009, 07:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TORaptor4Ever

After the last World Cup I called Argentina as the winner of the next one. And Messi is the main reason why (along with LOADS of talent on the team).

Yep, he is "the truth".

And I'm quite happy to be a Man U. fan right now.

What about when they lose to inter?

**Claudius** · 02-05-2009, 10:12 AM

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Originally Posted by the_ raps_analyst

ACtually, wen Becks came in, MLS merchandise rose 900%.

Merchandise sure, but has it had any significant effect on the fan base and growing the fan base? I'd argue no.

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