Tag Archives: Everton
The Dempsey Conundrum: Promotion or Status Quo?
On the eve of the much-anticipated American Civil War between Everton and Fulham, American soccer fans are relishing the chance to see three of their best players take the pitch at the same time at the highest level of competition. … Continue reading
Three Offseason Questions for the Defending Champs: LA Galaxy
Today we wrap up our “Three Questions” series with the defending MLS champions, the Los Angeles Galaxy. By any definition, they were the best team in MLS last season: they convincingly led the Supporters Shield’s race most of the season, … Continue reading
The Amazing Tim Howard Goal
Who says the U.S. national team is weak at forward? During yesterday’s Everton v. Bolton match, keeper Tim Howard broke the scoreless tie with a 100 yard strike that was aided by the wind. I am not sure which is … Continue reading
Are the Fire Playoff Bound? Three Questions for Chicago
Chicago ended the year as potentially the best non-playoff team in MLS. They caught “fire” and had a winning record for the final third of the season, almost stealing the tenth playoff spot from New York. The same team that … Continue reading
Klinsmann Unveils His First USMNT Roster
The U.S. v. Mexico rematch friendly is less than a week away, and today Jurgen Klinsmann unveiled his first list of call-ups as the head coach for the national team. The Mexico friendly comes at a tricky time for the … Continue reading
Everton Wraps Up U.S. Tour With 3-1 Win Over DC United
Everton finished its U.S. preseason tour tonight with a definitive 3-1 win over DC United on a very hot night in front of almost 13,000 fans. Those in attendance (about half of whom were Everton faithfuls) got to see some … Continue reading
DC United Lines Up Quality Friendlies
I will be the first to admit that my proximity to RFK Stadium may color my biases a little bit. But after seeing DC United’s press release on their latest friendly, I have to be impressed with this club. Despite … Continue reading
Landon Donovan Decides to Take the Winter Off
For weeks now, speculation has been out there about which English club would secure Landon Donovan for a winter loan. Would it be Fulham? Or Everton? Or some other club in need of a little pace and imagination on the … Continue reading
Donovan Shines, Brazilians Sputter as Galaxy Beat Revs on Opening Day
There is a world-wide assumption that, when it comes to a ball, Americans can only throw and catch while Brazilians can do the samba with the ball at their feet and never miss a step. Every time a Brazilian … Continue reading
Strike in MLS Means Landon Donovan Stays At Everton? Not Necessarily
From Liverpool, we are reading quotes from Everton FC manager David Moyes saying that a strike means Landon Donovan would stay at Everton. “The loan officially finishes tomorrow and we will send him back but I think there is still … Continue reading