Well, Mexico wins, 1-0, but it was on a great goal by this young kid Gimenez in the 89th minute. But more importantly, it was very cool to watch the post-game in the studio, as it was Carli Lloyd and Alexi Lalas with Rob Stone. Two RU greats representing - how cool is that? Although whoever dressed Carli should be fired, lol.
OT: We may win the World Cup in 2026
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US fans might want to check out the Juve/AC Milian friendly tonight in ESPN +. Weah, McKinney and Pulisic projected to start.
Not sure that its a great move for Adams. It looks like Chelsea has a MF need, but lots of players go there and get lost in the churn.
This is not the Chelsea of three years ago. The Russian oil money is no longer there.
It would be seen as a disappointment if we’re not into the Quarterfinals I’d think.
I'm interested to see how Poch uses him. Looking at the roster I don't really rate him higher than a lot of other players we have so not sure how much starting time he's looking at but he can bump into regular minutes. We're still going after Caicedo as well which would also bump Adams down even more.
Not sure what you mean about that Worm. The new owners have spent just as much money as Roman since they've come in. New ownership will be more patient one would think but Adams has to prove himself. For instance Puli was given plenty of chances and never stayed healthy enough to earn regular playing time. The only time he did during Project Re-start he played phenomenal and played regularly before he injured himself
again.
What Saudi money? We have American ownership now.
It's still not Saudi money per se. They don't own anything or have a control in the team. They are LP's, not MPs.
They are the same people that own Saudi clubs. Have Chelsea “sold” any players to Saudi clubs?
But do you agree the biggest investors in the American investment group that owns Chelsea are the owners of several Saudi clubs who happen to buy players from Chelsea?
Something I am sure is being watched closely
Chelsea look set to raise nearly €50m from the sales of their three fringe players while also saving a significant amount of money in wages, with more of their deadwood still being lined up by Saudi sides.
The link between the Blues and Saudi Arabia has not been without controversy, with rumours suggesting that the PIF, the country’s investment fund which owns Newcastle United, may also have a stake in Clearlake Capital – Boehly’s investment firm which finances Chelsea – however this has been disputed by the club.
The link between the Blues and Saudi Arabia has not been without controversy, with rumours suggesting that the PIF, the country’s investment fund which owns Newcastle United, may also have a stake in Clearlake Capital – Boehly’s investment firm which finances Chelsea – however this has been disputed by the club.
No I don't agree. We sold 2 players and it wasn't above market value so no windfall of funds. We have no idea who the biggest investors in Clearlake are. The Saudis and the PIF are invested throughout the world. Also as your post states the club has disputed it as well. Since those sales there have been numerous others from clubs around Europe which all have multiple investors. It was a nice little theory at the time but it never had any legs.
Guess we will see.
And I am jealous, Spurs have the cheapest owners in the Premier League.
Interesting read:
https://www.90min.com/posts/chelsea-clearlake-capital-connection-saudi-arabia-explained
As of now the Premier League has accepted Chelsea’s explanation, but financial fair play could come into play.
Does appear that they found a loophole like I said…..,for now.
https://www.90min.com/posts/chelsea-clearlake-capital-connection-saudi-arabia-explained
As of now the Premier League has accepted Chelsea’s explanation, but financial fair play could come into play.
Does appear that they found a loophole like I said…..,for now.
Reports that US’s first game will be at Sofi in LA and the final will be in Dallas.
What was nice to see there was how the team maintained good attacking depth throughout that break. Puli slowed his run and remained outside the peripheral vision of the defenders ahead, so as the ball was passed, it was gonna be him or nobody. Another teammate slowed and maintained more width (to Puli's left) and depth. So even if the ball had been played on an even more acute angle, behind Puli, that guy would've had the easy opportunity.
For whatever reason, the USWNT struggled with this exact fundamental shape awareness and so a number of opportunities were lost for them.
The Milan coach has a great reputation with younger players. Early days but Pulisic may have found an ideal spot - which is terrific news for USMNT obviously.
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So internal team matters are best aired in Vanity Fair? Fire this clown yesterday.
www.espn.com
USA coach Gregg Berhalter yet to resolve Gio Reyna dispute
USMNT coach Gregg Berhalter has yet to speak to midfielder Gio Reyna after their dispute surrounding last year's World Cup, he told Vanity Fair.
www.espn.com
By all accounts, Reyna was a very disruptive to the team during the last world cup. He's lucky he wasn't just dismissed from the team for good.So internal team matters are best aired in Vanity Fair? Fire this clown yesterday.
USA coach Gregg Berhalter yet to resolve Gio Reyna dispute
USMNT coach Gregg Berhalter has yet to speak to midfielder Gio Reyna after their dispute surrounding last year's World Cup, he told Vanity Fair.
Berhalter was being unfairly eviscerated in the media for not playing Reyna during the WC. And initially, nobody but the team understood that he was well within his rights, as coach, to send Reyna home. He could've done that and remained silent about why, but that would've pissed people off even more (the not knowing).
From what we've learned since, I would've probably sent Reyna home. A player with a bad attitude is just too distracting and disruptive.
But GB was nice enough to try to give Reyna another chance to remain with the team. And he was being pounded in the media because they didn't know anything about any of it. So, finally, he got fed up and tried to provide the media with some kind of answer. I can't blame him for that.
Yeah, the situation was less than ideal for the entire team. But it was entirely Reyna's fault.
Reyna's parents were an example of just about the worst possible behavior shy of physically assaulting a coach or player on the team. They should be banned from all US Soccer events for life.
I don't see it as a problem for GB to say he and Reyna haven't spoken yet but, to paraphrase him, he wants to do what can be done to move past it together with Reyna.
Just put it on to hear the excuse train from the commentators. "Uzbekistan really came to play" should be not an allowable comment haha.
Wrexham should tap some US Team player.. but should a US player play with Wrexham?
(no, I have no idea what leagues are what quality.. that's why I asked)
(no, I have no idea what leagues are what quality.. that's why I asked)
Wrexham is in the fourth tier of the English league structure, No player under consideration for USMNT selection would ever play for such a team, regardless of its notoriety.
Thanks, wasn't sure how far they got promoted so far. Still its a fun show I hope is good when it starts back up. Eh.. I knew they were bottom of the bottom at the start of this thing,.. they couldn't have gotten far yet. But how does MLS compare? Are they like English 2nd level? So much better?
Yes, but it should've been saved by a good keeper. McKennie's control of the pass, movement with the ball, and layoff pass were sublime.
First the Pulisic GOLAZO (with an assist from Musah)
Then the reaction:
Also - no handball. See the first clip at 1:30 mark for a good angle of Puli using his chest to control the ball.
Then the reaction:
Also - no handball. See the first clip at 1:30 mark for a good angle of Puli using his chest to control the ball.
That was a thing of beauty, thanks.
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