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Author: Matthew Wall
I've played soccer since I could walk thanks to my father and love keeping up on all the latest gear and gab. I'm in my twenties, and I'm lucky enough to have found work in search marketing for a leading soccer retailer after completing my M.A. at Georgetown in 2008. My team is Liverpool, and national side is Ireland, but I've also got a passion for GAA and a number of sports. Feel free to give me a shout on Google+
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Studs Up, Sportsmanship Down: A Week of Terrible Tackles
One subject that has dominated football news, the blogosphere, and the weekly rags has been the shower of horrendous tackles falling on some the world’s best players. Some of these challenges were fair ones gone wrong, like Broadfoot’s one on Valencia. There was no malice in it, just bad luck, and we here at soccerprose hope he makes a quick recovery. However, the tackle by Tomas Ujfalusi on Messi was an absolute howler. He came in late, almost off the ball it was so late, and targeted his ankle. -
What to do About the Danger of Concussions in Girls Youth Soccer
e all know something about concussions, many of us have had a minor one at one point in our life. For example I fell out of the top bunk when I was 8 and wanged my head off the floor. I felt sick for awhile, went to the doctor, and was fine after a week or so of rest. Unfortunately, too many concussions, even minor ones, can have a devastating effect on the development of children and young adults. -
Through a Murky Glass: Predictions for Arsenal v Braga and Chelsea v MSK Zilina
Well my prediction for Manchester United v. Rangers wasn't even close to the mark...but lets see if I can do better this time. I didn't think I'd be looking forward to today's matches, but as kick off approaches I'm itchy to get a look at these two relatively unknown sides. -
Joma Top Flex Sala Review
The Joma Top Flex Sala is a new shoe from a new company, but with a storied history. Based out of Spain, Joma are hoping to take a bite out of the US market with there new line of shoes. Normally, I’d say new shoe, new company, probably lots of kinks in it, but that’s not true with these shoes. -
We’re Back, Got a New Website, And We’re Better Than Ever
Tweet Hey soccerprose fans. After a long hiatus, we’re back. Look out of lots of hot articles on all the world’s best soccer, and product reviews to keep you informed about the latest soccer kit and gear. We’ve had a crazy year with lots of changes, check our new posts, […] -
Pride or Prejudice: English Football Doesn’t Need an English Manager
Tweet Of all the things that unite the modern world together, cell phones, the internet, 24 hour news, the largest impact is made by the game of football. From the humid streets of Bangkok, Thailand to the sands of Algiers, Algeria, to the green fields of Buenos Aires, Argentina, the […] -
Manchester United v. Rangers Preview
Tweet Manchester United plays Glasgow Rangers today in what is sure to be another rout for the Scottish side ending in a quick exit from the Champions League. Rangers, a club known more for their fans actions off the pitch, than their team’s quality on it, will put some fight, […] -
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