Man Of The Year

The Toronto FC supporters group, Red Patch Boys have named Dwayne De Rosario their 2009 Man of the Year. My biggest questions is, how does the dude get away with that Jamaican accent with out coming off wack? Do I need to remind people about the other white dude from the Toronto ghetto?

Nike Tiempo 94

Nike dropped a limited edition boot to commemorate their launch of the Tiempo Series back in 1994.

The limited-edition, limited-distribution Nike Tiempo 94 Men's Football Boot celebrates the heritage of the Nike Tiempo and Paolo Maldini, the player who first wore the boot and made it legendary in the 1994 world championship football tournament in the US.

This new edition features the latest innovations to make it a lighter, tougher boot.
Only 2,500 pairs are available in Europe through select retailers.

I can't believe it's been 15 years. Crazy how time flies!

The Next Drogba?

I love how the media is always trying to label someone as the "next (fill in whatever name you want here)." Apparently, the Daily Mail have found the next Didier Drogba. Anderlecht striker, Romelu Lukaku is a big boy, and he may well be the next Drogba, but he's still only 16 years old. So keep an eye out for this kid since Chelsea and the rest of the We Buy Everyone We Can crowd seem to want him now. Check out the footage of the youngster.

At least I know who I'm trying to buy on the cheap in FIFA 10.

Seatte Sounders FC on the BBC

Pretty amazing how SSFC is gaining popularity outside the U.S. Can't wait for Vancouver and Portland to join the MLS. Then we will really have a show. Thanks for setting the standard Seattle.

Do You Remember Night Trap?

I got into a conversation with a guy at work today about all kinds of old school video games. He couldn't remember the name, but he went on to tell me about a game with cameras and girls. Well, I most definitely remembered that game...Night Trap. It was revolutionary and pretty much started the whole ESRB rating system for video games. It also starred the late, Dana Plato from Diff'rent Strokes. Good times.

FC Dallas Season In Review

The pace is a bit slow, but this is actually a good season in review video from FCD-TV. My basic storyline is: Cooper leaves, Cunningham scores goals...and man, that Cooper half field shot seems like forever ago.


Here are all the goals from FC Dallas during 2009.

Barcelona vs Real Madrid Highlights

The first video is the quick and dirty. The second video has your full highlights.

Charlie Davies & Onyewu Rehabilitation

The FC Sochaux website is reporting that Charlie Davies is in Delaware rehabilitating with USMNT teammate Oguchi Onyewu. Hit this link to see a get well video Sochaux made for Charlie.

HAPPY THANKSGIVING!

We here at Sterlinho would like to wish everyone a very Happy Thanksgiving. May it be filled with happiness, loved ones and over eating.

Dempsey on his brace

Philly Union Expansion Draft Picks

I'm left scratching my head on a few of these. Definitely not the guys that I would have taken, but I'm not Polish like Nowak. I'll post later my 10 selections but for now I give you the first official players for the Philadelphia Union.

MF Andrew Jacobson (D.C. United) age 24
F Alejandro Moreno (Columbus) 30
D Shavar Thomas (Chivas USA) 28
GK Brad Knighton (New England) 24
F Nick Zimmerman (New York) 22
F Sebastien Le Toux (Seattle) 25
MF Shea Salinas (San Jose) 23
MF Stefani Miglioranzi (Los Angeles) 32
D Dave Myrie (Chicago) 21
D Jordan Harvey (Colorado) 25

MLS Cup Weekend

(Harkes in the back seat of Sterlinho's ride)

Sorry, I haven't posted in a while. I've been pretty sick the last couple of days and I'm assuming the crazy weekend I had contributed to it. Even though I got sick, I don't care, I had one of the best times of my life! It was Epic. Not only did Sterlinho and I chill at Kell's Irish Pub with all the Designated Players, we got a chance to meet John Harkes, Chris Pontius, Roger Levesque, Alexi Lalas and a few others. It was bananas, everyone was having a great time. Especially Sterlinho and I as we were trying so hard to not be star struck.

In meeting all the "soccer celebs," I got to hangout with a guy named Simon Evans who works for Reuters. He's a pretty interesting fellow, who had some great ideas and thoughts on our writing and our site. We also seemed to connect well since we're both from Miami, Florida. Here's a link to Simon's latest entry for Reuters.

Another guy who I thought was awesome was Bruce McGuire who has a site called du nord futbol. Bruce had some of the best advice for us and was so great in letting me pick his brain. You can follow Bruce's stuff by clicking here.

The most interesting part of our night was giving a lost John Harkes and a friend of his a ride back to their hotel. It was a pretty fun ride, as Harksey was incredibly lost and if we didn't pick him up it would have been really bad for him. Harkes is one of the nicest blokes you'll ever meet, funny as hell and just down to earth. It was a perfect ending to a perfect night. Kell's you out did yourself and Thanks for a great weekend Seattle.

Too Far?

What really interests me is how crazy some parents get with the big hit. This is why I think most football parents are bone heads. It's a great hit, but seriously uncalled for with how amped the parents get. MAJOR D BAGS.

Old School CR7

I was thinking back on C-Ron's time at ManU because of Darren Fletcher's comments the other day and I thought I would share a few of his goals from the 2007-2008 season.

Ninja Assassin

I used to watch all those 80's ninja movies back in the day, so this one caught my attention. Here's the trailer and then a review by the NY Post.

Scenes From MLS Cup Weekend In Seattle

Our boy, Shawn Francis of The Offside Rules and the newly formed MLS Insider took a couple of videos this weekend that I wanted to pass along. They are from the welcome party on Friday night at the Seattle Aquarium.


In the last video, you can see Adam Spangler of This Is American Soccer take a photo of the scuba diver. He's a cool guy; you should definitely read his stuff.

MLS Final Kick - The Final Kick

I'm guessing this will be the last Final Kick we see until March 2010.
*They make a mistake in the video calling Andy Williams, Robbie Findley. What do you expect from the same guys that got his wife wrong too?

Mourinho vs Guardiola

Inter Milan will face Barcelona today in the UEFA Champions League. Hear what the coaches have to say going in to the match.

More News For Your Tuesday

Yesterday when I talked about David Beckham having asthma, I thought I just missed it somewhere along the years. Apparently, it's making headlines in England too. I also ran across this article written before MLS Cup about the 10 things we've learned from David's time in MLS. It's definitely worth the read.

Darren Fletcher has opened his mouth...and I still don't like him. First, he talks about how much of a hack he is, and then he complains about to play defense for Ronaldo. Dude, you're a defensive midfielder. Get over it! You'll never be the creative, attacking player that gets the big pay day...and the girls. Of course you probably don't carry a Murse either.

News From This Weekend

I admit it. I'm a slacker. I was too busy living it up during MLS Cup weekend that I didn't get around to giving you all the juicy footy news you crave. So instead of reinventing the wheel, I'm giving you links to the news that you need to know.

You probably already know this, but Real Salt Lake are the 2009 MLS Champions.



Wednesday is the expansion draft for the Philadelphia Union. Each team's protected players list came out today and here are the players left unprotected.

MLS announced the Generation Adidas graduates.

The USL Breakaway teams are forming the NASL...minus the Sounders and Earthquakes. But what about the Cosmos?

Long time DC United midfielder, Ben Olsen is retiring.

Jermaine Defoe and Tottenham went off on Wigan to the tune of 9-1, causing the Wigan players to refund the ticket prices to the fans. You can see the highlights here.

Did you know that David Beckham has asthma? I didn't.

Apparently, Freddie Ljungberg is a fan of Hawaii, but not MLS pitches.

I attended the MLS Supporters Summit on Saturday where Commissioner Garber discussed expansion, naming Montreal and David Beckham's option to own a future team as teams number 19 and 20 to round out the league.

I ran into Preki on Sunday, who happens to be the new coach for Toronto FC.

Oh Danny Boy and I definitely had some adventures and made some good connections to make this blog even better in the future. Stay tuned for more tales from MLS Cup 2009.

Hearing Damage

Yes, I went to see the movie "New Moon," but in the middle of me dozing off, this amazing song came on. Thom Yorke... I tip my hat to you. Thank you for making the 6minutes of that movie tolerable. The whole Twilight phenomena isn't for me, but my wife enjoys it so I had to take one for the team.

Press Pass MLS Cup Preview

The events around Seattle are starting to heat up. We will be chillin with the Designated Players crew on Friday night and at the Supporters Summit on Saturday. FYI - The last time I saw Andy Williams live in person at a final was the 2003 US Open Cup on another plastic pitch...and he won. Just saying.

The Other Hand Of God

One hand belongs to Diego Maradona and the other to Thierry Henry.

The MLS Goal Of The Year

The Golden Boy of U.S. Soccer wins the 2009 MLS Goal of the Year.

I Told You So!

That's all I have to say.

The Cup Has Arrived!

Jose Romero of the Seattle Times was present to catch the arrival of the MLS Cup to Seattle. There wasn't as much hype as I expected. And what's the deal with an empty ferry?

Conquered by Othello & The Hypknotics

This track goes out to our boy Flunder. He was telling me how he was feeling Othello, from the Lightheaded crew. So I thought I would drop an old school track from his import CD. In fact, the first time I saw Othello on stage, White Kix spit a freestyle with him. Good times.

MLS Final Kick

Studio 90 News

Landon Donovan, United Against Malaria

Good to see Landon taking time from his busy schedule for a good cause.

Tom Hanks and Steven Spielberg do it again...

If anyone saw Band of Brothers, then you know this new series about the war in the Pacific is going to be amazing. If you don't have HBO, then you definitely need to get it, other wise you'll need wait even longer till it comes out on DVD. My advice... Don't wait.

MLS Eastern Conference Final Highlights

I remember telling White Kix that the Sounders needed to end their season so that they could end up as the wild card seed in the East. I just had a feeling...so Real Salt Lake ends up as the Eastern Conference Champion as they beat the Chicago Fire in a penalty shoot out. I feel kind of torn on this one. I like the guys on RSL, especially Andy Williams, Nick Rimando, Robbie Findley, Raphael Cox and Clint Mathis, but Chicago being in the final with Blanco and McBride would have been better for the media aspect. I personally thought the best final from the league's perspective would have been the LA Galaxy against the home side Seattle Sounders. That would have been a media circus in my opinion.

Ohio State's Game Winning Field Goal Kicker

I ran across this story a while ago but didn't think much of it until today. I ran across the overtime between Ohio State and Iowa in American Gridiron Football. The "brand new" field goal kicker for Ohio State is 26 year old Devin Barclay. If that name rings a bell, it should. Barclay was a former Project 40 player that signed with MLS straight out of high school. So here's to Devin, taking advantage of the P-40 money by going to school and making a name for himself in the process.

Jordan vs Bird: The Soccer Edition

For those of you who remember the old McDonald's commercial starring Michael Jordan and Larry Bird, we have Adidas giving this generation the soccer version.

U.S. vs Slovakia Highlights

Brasil Goal vs England

I can't find the full highlights yet but I thought I would give you the game winning goal for Brasil.

MLS Western Conference Final Highlights

Your highlights complete with multiple blackouts.

Blackout During The Western Conference Final

The lights went out around the 16th to the 18th minute at the Home Depot Center. It caused a delay for 18 minutes and 14seconds. According to SoccerByIves, the entire city of Carson, CA lost power. At one point, ESPN showed the Don on his cell phone. I wouldn't want to be the guy on the other end of that phone call.
Eventually the lights came back on and the Galaxy had the better run of play during the rest of the first half.

SICK NASTY!

There are some things I just can't pass up. I had to show this... Yes I know it's Basketball, but listen hoops is definitely another passion of mine. My boy D Wade gave Michael Jordan something to remember. Oh yeah, Anderson Varejao you have just been posterized.

Freestyle Fridays

Sterlinho ran across this video while looking for a certain song for a certain post. He shot it over to me for Freestyle Fridays and I thought, "Why not?" So I present to you a black guy and a white guy with their shirts off. That's all I know about them... but he does mention Xbox 360.

"We just made a hit baby!"

Are You Ready?

Apparently the Galaxy are ready for tonight's game, but are you? Me, I stay ready.

World Cup Playoffs Review

Between World Cup playoff matches, friendlies and the MLS Cup Conference Finals, there is a ton of footy action going on this weekend.

The Moment You Train For

Straight from Nike's mouth:

Lassana Diarra is used to defying the odds. Not the tallest, the largest or the strongest, hes carved a role for himself in Les Blues midfield, from sheer determination and committed training.

Every second of his preparation will be tested, if he gets his chance to show what he can do against the Irish. Theres a spot in South Africa at stake.

Watch the video to see Lassana in training.

FIFA 10 Goal Of The Week Competition

I had no idea that EA was hosting a Goal of the Week Competition. If you want to compete, then click here.

The Four R's

Nike dropped a new video featuring Dean Smith (not the basketball legend) putting the Academy boys through their paces.

Becoming the complete player means nailing the four Rs Receiving the ball, Releasing the ball, Retaining the ball and Running with the ball.

Kicking And Screaming 2

I'm sorry, but the following trailer makes me feel like Will Ferrell is going to pop up any second. I guess we'll find out on Monday.

KICK-ASS

A comic book made into a movie that I've never heard of.

Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time

Very Flashy, I hope it's not as crap as the last 2 Pirates of the Caribbean. Disney can really screw the pooch sometimes.

Adios Señor Preki

LOS ANGELES, Nov 12 (Reuters) - Coach Predrag ‘Preki’ Radosavljevic parted company with the Los Angeles-based Chivas USA on Thursday, with a statement from the Major League Soccer club saying the decision was mutual.

Known simply as ‘Preki’, the former Everton and Portsmouth winger joined Chivas in 2006 as Bob Bradley’s assistant. He took full charge in 2007 when Bradley became the U.S national coach.

The former U.S international was the MLS coach of the Year in 2007 and reached the playoffs in each of his three seasons in charge. Chivas lost to local rivals the L.A Galaxy in this season’s Western Conference semi-finals.

MLS News

Or really just random MLS items I wanted to post. Remember, the Western Conference Final is Friday night on ESPN2 with the Galaxy hosting the Dynamo.




The Eastern Conference Final is on Saturday night on Fox Soccer Channel with the Chicago Fire hosting Real Salt Lake.

And this goes out to our boy, Marty, since Austin Washington is his boy.

And while you're not watching footy this weekend, how about some golf?

Argentina National Team Jersey

A behind the scenes look at the new Argentina National Team Jersey. Why would you ever buy a new Argentina jersey? They always look the same. Maybe Adidas could make the blue metallic and the white glow in the dark, now that would be cool.

The New German Jersey

Adidas dropped new kits for the 2010 World Cup the other day and Football Shirt Culture has great pics of the German jersey. Below is a video to preview the new kit.

To me, it looks like the advertising guys were big fans of the GI Joe: The Rise of Cobra movie. I mean, Michael Ballack turned into Stormshadow.

This Can't Be True by Cas Metah

The other week I gave you a video from Theory Hazit of the Scribbling Idiots. Today I bring you another cat from the Scribbling Idiots crew, Cas Metah. The video features T-Mo Goodie and Jawz of Life. I heard that this video was just on MTV2 a couple of hours ago.

Clash of the Titans

All I have to say is.... YES!!!! The original was one of my most favorite movies as a kid. I even purchased it on dvd for $5.00! Now they're coming out with a remake and let me just say that I am praying to the Gods that this movie doesn't blow. Please oh please let this movie not suck! Anyway, enjoy the trailer. I already watched it like a dozen times.

U.S. roster set for Slovakia friendly.

The roster against Slovakia:

Goalkeepers: Brad Guzan (Aston Villa, England), Marcus Hahnemann (Wolverhampton, England), Troy Perkins (Valerenga, Norway)

Defenders: Carlos Bocanegra (Rennes, France), Jonathan Bornstein (Chivas USA), Steve Cherundolo (Hannover, Germany), Jimmy Conrad (Kansas City), Clarence Goodson (IK Start, Norway), Frankie Hejduk (Columbus), Chad Marshall (Columbus), Heath Pearce (Dallas), Jonathan Spector (West Ham, England)

Midfielders: Michael Bradley (Borussia Moenchengladbach, Germany), Clint Dempsey (Fulham, England), Benny Feilhaber (Aarhus, Denmark), Sacha Kljestan (Chivas USA), Dax McCarty (Dallas), Robbie Rogers (Columbus)

Forwards: Jozy Altidore (Hull, England), Conor Casey (Colorado), Jeff Cunningham (Dallas, England), Eddie Johnson (Fulham).

A couple of surprises in this line up (see names in red). I know Some selections were made because many players are still in MLS playoffs. Torres and Castillo were not selected as they are needed by their clubs in Mexico and playing for their playoff lives. With that being said, is this the best roster? One name I will drop to my surprise is Jeff Cunningham, I think it's interesting, yet understandable since he did lead the league in goals. I just have to wonder, with all the rumors and stories of him being a cancer to teams... Is this guy the right choice? Is BB really thinking about adding him to the S. Africa roster? I know every player deserves a chance (or 2 or 3 or 4) to prove themselves, but let's just hope Jeff takes this moment to look at himself and think country first, enough with my BS and just play for the good of the team. As for Eddie Johnson, he needs shows that he has learned from his experience overseas and has worked past his demons, I really really really want to see him at his best again. I've always been an EJ fan and if he comes out on top, what a story that would be for him.

Also, is anyone confused by the Heath Pearce selection?... The last game I saw him play was against the Sounders and he got beat a lot, to the point where he made some pretty stupid tackles to stop play, where if he did that on the world stage he'd be done for sure. I know we need left backs, but I think this is a down grade. Anyway, let me know if you are surprised by any selections or if you are surprised by some omitions. One things for certain, Sterlinho has got to be jazzed up by Jeff Cunningham. He's always been the biggest advocate for J.C. and if anyone gets Ster started on it he will always go off on the subject.

Match will be played Saturday Nov. 14th 10:00am (Eastern) on Fox Soccer Channel.

RIP - Robert Enke

German Goalkeeper Robert Enke died Tuesday after being hit by a train. The police have confirmed that it was suicide. Enke was in line to compete for Germany's starting shot stopper at this summer's World Cup. Our hearts and prayers go out to his wife and adopted daughter.

Modern Warfare 2 Review

A lot of guys called in sick today becasue of this game. So here's your review from IGN and the video review in case you're to lazy to read.

And a kill montage for your viewing pleasure.

The 2 second goal.

This has to be a record.

Charlie out of hospital.

WASHINGTON (AFP) - Charlie Davies, severely injured in a car crash last month after helping the United States qualify for the World Cup, was released from hospital on Tuesday after four weeks of treatment and recovery.

The 23-year-old forward was a passenger in a vehicle that crashed on a parkway in suburban Washington, where the US squad stayed ahead of a 2-2 draw with Costa Rica after a qualifying victory in Honduras had secured a Cup berth.

Davies, who plays for French club Sochaux, will work with the medical staff of the US national team in his rehabilitation after suffering a broken right tibia and femur, lacerated bladder, broken left elbow and facial fractures.

"Charlie faces a long recovery," said James DeBritz, Washington Hospital Center's orthopedic trauma director. "It will take time and extensive physical therapy for his bones and soft tissue to heal.

"His overall health, age and positive attitude should help him to have a good outcome."

A passenger in the car, Ashley Roberta, 22, was killed in the one-car wreck. The driver, who has not been identified, was also hospitalized in the incident, which is still under investigation by US Park Police.

Davies, who scored three goals in 13 matches this year as a regular starter, is expected to need between six and 12 months to recover, all-but ensuring he will not play in the 2010 World Cup finals next June in South Africa.

"I would like to take the time to thank everyone who has dealt with me for really putting in the time to help me get better as a person and as an athlete," Davies said in a statement.

"I continue to improve every day and I look forward to getting back on my feet and attacking rehabilitation.

"Thank you for everyone's support. It really means a lot to me."

Millwall Fans Unite

New heavyweight boxing champion, David Haye paid a visit to Millwall FC. Why doesn't this surprise me?

FIFA 10 on Wii

I bought G-Rant a FIFA game a year or two ago for his Wii and I thought the playing experience sucked. Based on this video, I still think it sucks.

I still don't get how a console that is a generation behind sells units or games.

More Playoff Post Game Reactions

From Dennis Hamlett, Head Coach of the Chicago Fire.


From the LA Galaxy Front Office

Final Kick: Playoffs Leg 2

Chick Fights

Last week, I showed everybody at work the female Vinnie Jones, Elizabeth Lambert. So today, a co-worker emailed me this video from Rhode Island. I think the whole women's soccer world is PMSing right now.

Behind The Scenes: RSL vs Crew

From Behind The Shield:

Watch RSL's huge comeback in the second leg of their Eastern Conference Semi-Final series vs. the Columbus Crew at Crew Stadium, from a slightly different perspective...

SuperClasico Post Game Reactions

Here are some thoughts from the Chivas USA. To catch the Galaxy reaction, click here.

Columbus, Ohio: More Than Just The Crew

Since the Crew took an early exit from the Playoffs, we feel the need to give you news from Columbus, Ohio based Limited Brands.

SuperClasico Highlights

Sounders FC vs Dynamo Highlights

Soccer Sunday!

I'm getting ready to settle in for a full day of the MLS Playoffs. The Sounders and Dynamo kick off in 10 minutes and then I'll be watching the SuperClasico of the year to finish things off. Here are a couple of notes for today:

Freddie Ljungberg thinks the Houston pitch is an, "absolute disgrace!"

Houston COO, Chris Canetti, wants to remind the American soccer community that the Dynamo get great support.

The other white guy from England is also enjoying his time in the U.S.

Former USL Sounder, Maykel Galindo, is feeling good and could be the guy to carry Chivas USA past the Galaxy. Hey! I used to play with that guy.

Enjoy all the MLS Playoff action today, and if you need your European highlight fix, you can catch it all here.

AC Milan vs Lazio Highlights

Fire vs Revolution Highlights

I guess not having the away goal rule made this game a little more interesting. My goal of the year vote goes to Nyarko and Blanco for the series winner. An absolute massive goal!

From The Stands: Fire vs Revs

This game was absolutely insane. The atmosphere looked great on TV and the second goal was epic. I'll post the full highlights when I find them, but until then, check out John Thorrington's goal from the stands.

The Madrid Derby Highlights

Real takes on Atletico.

Barcelona vs Mallorca Highlights

Prepare For Combat

Becks on Fox Sports Radio

Freestyle Fridays

In honor of the Columbus Crew bowing out of the playoffs, I present to you Columbus, Ohio rapper, John Reuben. Soccer actually gets mentioned in this one, but the Crew don't.

Random News For Your Friday

David Beckham can now join fellow Brit, Liam Neeson, in saying, "America's been very very good to me".

Elizabeth Lambert, The Female Vinnie Jones has been suspended indefinitely.

Chelsea are looking into selling the naming rights for Stamford Bridge.

Xabi misses his friend.

Don't miss the SuperClasico this Sunday.

Former MLS All-Star, and Mexican National Team veteran, Jorge Campos may be the new Technical Director at FC Dallas.

I heard the MTV Europe Video Awards were pretty cool. I looked, but I couldn't find the outfit.

Sounders FC Commercial

The Sounders and King 5 have dropped another ad hyping the playoff game against Houston on Sunday. And I'm not the only one impressed with the Sounders Commercials.

COD Modern Warfare 2 Launch Trailer

T minus 4 days until the launch of Modern Warfare 2. This game looks insane!

Behind The Scenes - U.S. At Honduras

A three part, behind the scenes look at the U.S. Men's National Team trip to Honduras for last month's CONCACAF qualifier.

MLS Extra Time

I slept on this yesterday, sorry. Once again, I bring you all 3 acts in one easy to find location.

Real Salt Lake vs Columbus Crew Highlights

Well that screwed up my bracket. Congrats to Real Salt Lake for knocking off the defending champions. Last year they were in the Western Conference Final, this year they're in the Eastern Conference Final.

The Female Vinnie Jones

There's not much that needs to be said about this video...other than the fact that women's college soccer made it on Sportscenter!

Deja Vu

For the second year in a row, the wild card team knocked out the defending champion in the first round of the MLS playoffs. On a side note, Andy Williams called his goal on Facebook.

Arsenal vs AZ Alkmaar

Arsenal put on a clinic. When they are on, look out.

You know I had to do this...

Dedicated to Zach Thornton. PS everyone, You're welcome.

Don't call it a comeback!

Zach Thornton has won the 2009 MLS Goal Keeper of the Year, his 2nd of his career (1998). I remember when Zach arrived to Chivas... I really didn't care for it, thought his days were numbered, and that he was washed up. What a year and what a comeback! I stand corrected and humbly acknowledge that you are the man. The beast is back!

What do you think of the winner, do you think he deserves it? Did you feel someone else should have received the award? Tough choice with Donovan Ricketts (LA Galaxy) and Kasey Keller (Seattle Sounders) as company... All I am saying is no one saw this! He truly surprised everyone and his numbers don't lie: 0.87 goals-against average, 12 shutouts and 23 goals in 27 games.

Real-ly hurting

MADRID (AP)—Real Madrid says Cristiano Ronaldo’s ankle injury has not improved.

The Portugal forward, who has been sidelined by a right ankle injury for nearly one month, had a medical review Wednesday that showed no progress.

The Spanish club says that Ronaldo cannot train with the team and will continue treatment.

Madrid had been hopeful that the 24-year-old winger would be available for Saturday’s derby against Atletico Madrid. Madrid trails Spanish leader Barcelona by one point after nine games.

Ronaldo has scored nine goals in seven games since his move from Manchester United, with Madrid winning each game he’s played.

The African Age Scandal

When Ghana beat Brasil in the U-20 FIFA World Cup last month, I alluded to the common belief that African players are often times older than their clubs or country claim. Since that post, I had the chance to talk with a former college teammate that just returned from working at an orphanage in Uganda. We chatted about the theory of over age African players and he definitely felt that it happens. Well, apparently so does a former Nigerian International. The article claims that Nigerian U-17 Captain, Fortune Chukwudi, is around a quarter of a century old. A lot of good those bone scans are doing, huh?

Fortune Chukwudi (R) and Ramon Azeez (L) of Nigeria and Antony Lozano of Honduras battle for the ball during the FIFA U17 World Cup Group A match between Nigeria and Honduras at the Abuja National Stadium on October 27, 2009 in Abuja, Nigeria.
(October 26, 2009 - Photo by Joern Pollex - FIFA/FIFA)

The Worst FIFA Trailer Ever?

Now, this isn't my style of music at all so it makes me a bit biased. But why drop this after Halloween when you have skeletons knocking around skulls? Let's go to EA for the answer:

Cut to the awesome Ladytron remix of Skeleton Dance by Children Collide now available exclusively with EA SPORTS™ FIFA 10 on PlayStation® here's a special remix video created in true Skeleton Dance style. Check out the action now, with a first look at this hot new clip! For more info visit FIFA.EASPORTS.com

Ok, it makes sense now. This crap is on PlayStation®!

Rookie Life: Zakuani & Pontius

Ronaldo and Bar-B-Q's?

According to this article, CR9 is teaming up with Michael Jackson's dad to sell soccer based Bar-B-Q's for next summer's World Cup. Dude, I understand you want to conquer America, but I'm just not sure who's going to buy a Bar-B-Q that's endorsed by a guy that carries a man bag.