Month: June 2011
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Michael Arroyo Scores an Amazing Goal for Ecuador
Michael Arroyo may be a big fish in the relatively small pol of Ecuadorean club soccer, but he put his skills on display on a big stage last night and I’d expect him to be moving on up to a European team soon. If he can play like he did […] -
Neymar’s Goal That Wasn’t, and a Stunning Rocket from The Same Match
Neymar maybe the hottest commodity in the world of soccer at the moment, but this goal probably isn’t his finest. My money is on him wearing a Manchester United jersey soon. On the reply its plain to see that the opposing player tipped it off his head, and the goalie’s […] -
Pre-Match Atmosphere…Copa Libertadores Style
Some people say thier is no better place for football atmosphere than South America, personally I disagree, but its hard to deny 30,000 people signing the same song together. Wish I was there…. Posted by: Matthew Wall, editor, soccerprose.com -
The Story of the First Algerian National Soccer Team
Once upon a time Algeria was ruled by the French as a colony, and during that time they suffered terribly. But during the height of their war for independence a few brave footballers, many of whom played for French teams, turned their back on a chance to play in the […] -
Portland Timbers Triple Penalty Retake
The Portland Timbers were awarded their first penalty ever in the MLS last night, but they had to retake it several times before they finally buried it in the back of the net. The DC United keeper, Hamid, came off his line twice and made a fool of himself. The […] -
Mia Hamm Hero Tee Review
The 2011 Womens World Cup is right around the corner (finally). You may be saying to yourself, “I’m on a limited budget, so I can’t get that sweet US Womens jersey. Luckily, Nike has given you the chance to cheer on your ladies without breaking your bank. Rolling across my […] -
Argentine FIFA Member Asked England For Falklands Islands In Exchange for 2018 World Cup Vote
It seems the stupidity, or immunity, of some FIFA insiders knows no bounds as Argentinian FIFA Executive Committee member Julio Grandona revealed in an interview with German press agency DPA that he only had one request from England in exchange for a vote for their 2018 World Cup Bid; he […]