4/16 Recap: If only I could just flip-flop yesterday’s scorelines for my picks. The battle of those who cannot score ended with two goals in Germany. The first one is the talking point though. VAR took its nuttiest turn yet when a penalty was called AT HALFTIME. Pablo de Blasis slotted home the spot kick… Continue reading Let’s Make Up – Picks From Across The Pond for April 17, 2018
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Quarterfinals Quandary II – Picks From Across The Pond for April 4, 2018
4/3 Recap: Yesterday’s games went according to my thoughts. Well, in a way they did. Real Madrid was able to pick up a massive victory in Turin, but it was the way they went about it. Juventus was stunned by an early Ronaldo goal and while they had chances, never fully recovered. His spectacular second… Continue reading Quarterfinals Quandary II – Picks From Across The Pond for April 4, 2018
Saturday Hangover – Picks From Across The Pond for March 10, 2018
3/9 Recap: While I was watching yesterday’s games unfold, I came to a realization. I harkened back to when I was doing my research and the lights that were clicking in my head. Gee, that line on Bielefeld/Nurenberg looks really off. How is Schalke not heavier favorites against a team they seemingly own? My main… Continue reading Saturday Hangover – Picks From Across The Pond for March 10, 2018
Deadline Day Winners and Losers
Transfer deadline day is a cavalcade of rumors unparalleled in the world of sports. Teams across the world at this juncture are usually in two camps. Most doing big business on the day are in a fevered panic trying to strengthen their squad. A select few use this smoke screen to get some cheeky upgrades… Continue reading Deadline Day Winners and Losers
Coutinho-ver
It was just a matter of time. Philippe Coutinho is off to Barcelona. As a Liverpool fan, it was the same song with different words. The similarities between the Little Magician’s impending departure and Luis Suarez’s weren’t lost on us. But being back in Europe gave us a collective hope that this time was different.… Continue reading Coutinho-ver
Will Neymar Put PSG Over The Top?
Neymar is arguably the third best player in the world. There’s Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, and then him. His exploits make him a cult figure for both Brazil and Barcelona. Every time he steps on the pitch, there is a chance something magical is about to occur. Yet each summer we keep having the same… Continue reading Will Neymar Put PSG Over The Top?
Domestic Cup Finals Provide Redemption Opportunities
The vast majority of European leagues have finished their schedules. Champions have been crowned and teams have begun preparations for next year. But there are several teams with one final chance at silverware. Several domestic cup competitions conclude this weekend, allowing the participants a chance to put a positive spin on what may have been… Continue reading Domestic Cup Finals Provide Redemption Opportunities
La Liga’s Three Game, Three Team Title Race
While many other title races across Europe have been all but settled, one that was seemingly wrapped up is anything but now. Barcelona has seen their lead in La Liga disintegrate over the past month and change. With three games to go just goal difference and a single point separate Barca from both Madrid challengers,… Continue reading La Liga’s Three Game, Three Team Title Race
Latest El Clasico Lacking Juice
La Liga returns from the international break this weekend with some pretty interesting fixtures. Valencia play their first game after Gary Neville was unceremoniously given the sack. Levante and Sporting Gijon battle to get themselves out of the relegation zone. Celta Vigo and Sevilla attempt to hold on to their Europa League places against Deportivo… Continue reading Latest El Clasico Lacking Juice
January Transfers That Need To Happen
New Year’s Day is a two pronged celebration for football fans worldwide. Not only is it the new year, it is the opening of the January transfer window. While the majority of big transfer business is done in the summer, the January transfer window allows teams to address pressing needs as well as solidifying their squad… Continue reading January Transfers That Need To Happen