Project 2010

Great Moments in US Soccer Hair #5: Marcelo Balboa

archiegemmill — Thu, 18 Mar 2010 19:25:14 +0000

In this series, we look at some of the truly amazing heads of hair that have graced the field for the U.S. over the years…

Perhaps best known for almost scoring a goal at a World Cup, our latest honoree, Marcelo Balboa, brought more than a proclivity for bicycle kicks (which apparently virtually guarantee you an MLS Goal of the Year award…but that’s a discussion for another day) to the Nats when he was at his peak.

USA to play Australia on June 5

archiegemmill — Mon, 15 Mar 2010 19:02:03 +0000

from Soccer Insider…

“A week before the Americans’ World Cup opener against England, the United States will play Australia on June 5 at a venue near Johannesburg. Negotiations were completed in recent days. Live TV coverage in both countries is expected.”

…and there’s the third pre-cup friendly I was hoping for.

New Charlie Davies interview on Sochaux website

archiegemmill — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 18:36:24 +0000

FCSochaux.fr have posted a new interview with Charlie Davies. Sounds like he’s continuing to progress very quickly.

“I made the progression I expected and I had hoped for by coming here. Everything is coming along.”

“I definitely feel that I’m able to get back towards the end of April. I feel really confident that I’ll be back to myself as far as physical able to run, cut, shoot and do everything that I could before. Right now it’s just continuing day by day.”

Read the interview at fcsochaux.fr.

Great Moments in US Soccer Hair #4: Brad Friedel

archiegemmill — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 20:56:44 +0000

In this series, we look at some of the truly amazing heads of hair that have graced the field for the U.S. over the years…

Jermaine Jones sets World Cup goal

archiegemmill — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 19:26:48 +0000

Soccer By Ives is reporting that Jermaine Jones has set a goal of playing in the World Cup with the United States. Jones is still experiencing pain in his leg, but believes he can return in time for the cup. “The World Cup is my goal. I want to jump on this train.”

Read more at Soccer By Ives and Frankfurter Rundschau.

Sebastian Lletget making progress at West Ham

archiegemmill — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 00:09:34 +0000

Soccernet has a good article about 17-year-old American Sebastian Lletget, who currently plies his trade at West Ham. Sounds like he’s doing well and could make his debut this year.

According to scout Mike Leigh, West Ham super scout Jimmy Hampson once told him that Lletget is the best 14-year-old to ever play for the famed club. Keep in mind, West Ham has developed, among others, Frank Lampard and Joe Cole.

Read the article here.

Chelsea interested in Donovan

archiegemmill — Sun, 07 Mar 2010 22:02:03 +0000

Goal.com is reporting that Chelsea are looking to buy Landon Donovan this summer. The Blues will most likely lose Joe Cole to Manchester United on a free transfer during the off season, and are looking to replace him with the American midfielder.

Great Moments in US Soccer Hair #3: Clint Mathis

archiegemmill — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 20:51:56 +0000

More than anything, the World Cup is a showcase for crazy hair. Players from across the globe break out the new dos for the sporting world’s biggest event. Whether it’s Ronaldo in 2002, Beckham at any of the last three tournaments, or the entire Romanian team in 1998, it always makes for interesting viewing.

5 Predictions [3.3.10, at Netherlands] (GRADED)

archiegemmill — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 19:03:57 +0000

1. Heath Pearce’s performance against El Salvador won’t be enough to surpass Jonathan Bornstein. Bornstein will get the start, and despite looking lost out there for 65 minutes before getting replaced, he will still be widely regarded as our first-choice left back.

I pretty much nailed this one. Bornstein did get the start and looked completely lost out there (unless you have another word for giving up an unnecessary penalty and handling the ball in the box). Pearce came on in the 70th minute and looked far superior in his few touches. The only thing I missed here was Bornstein’s move to center back (after which he managed to deflect a ball into his own net). Good start. GRADE: A

Stuart Holden suffers broken leg

malarimer — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 15:19:26 +0000

Turns out Nigel De Jong’s studs-up challenge was as bad as it looked on TV.