2013 Confederations Cup Preview and Predictions

The World Cup in Brazil is only a year away, so the Confederations Cup is upon us. There has been much speculation about Brazil being prepared for the World Cup next year, but that is a worry for another time

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United States 2, Panama 0: Plaer Ratings

The US pushed to the top of the CONCACAF hexagonal by securing a 2-0 win against Panama. It was a comfortable victory as Jozy Altidore scored before halftime finishing off a great cross from Fabian Johnson. The US put the

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United States 4, Germany 3: Player Ratings

It was a tremendous victory by the United States celebrating 100 years of existence as they defeated Germany 4-3 in Washington DC. There were lots of positives to take away from the performance, especially in attack, while the defense made

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La Liga: 2012-13 End Of Season Awards

Once again Barcelona and Real Madrid finished top two in La Liga. Barcelona ran away with the title as Real Madrid struggled early in the season and only overtook crosstown rival Atletico late in the season. Despite this, there will

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Ligue 1: 2012-13 End Of Season Awards

This year was the rise of PSG as they finally used their new found financial power and turned it into a trophy. They will still be seeking to improve in Europe, but it is hard to see any teams that

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Belgium 4, United States 2: Player Ratings

The US was handled by Belgium as their defense struggled to control a Belgian attack without Eden Hazard. Belgium took the lead in the sixth minute when a spilled ball by Tim Howard was chipped over the the goalie’s head

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Serie A: 2012-13 End Of Season Awards

Serie A was dominated by a Juventus side while the Milan sides struggled. AC Milan sold off its two best players in Ibrahimovic and Thiago Silva, but still managed to qualifying for a Champions League playoff spot. Meanwhile, Internazionale had

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Bundesliga: 2012-13 End Of Season Awards

This has been a season of redemption for Bayern Munich as they have claimed the titles they had lost over the past couple of seasons. They were rampant from start to finish and strolled to the title. In picking a

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Premier League: 2012-13 End Of Season Awards

With relegation and the title already wrapped up, the final weekend will not have the excitement of last season, although Tottenham and Arsenal are battling for a Champions League spot. Manchester United have dominated the league, but have spent most

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United States 0, Mexico 0: Player Ratings

The competitive CONCACAF hexagonal carries on as United States drew Mexico 0-0 at the Azteca getting only their second point all time. There was some controversy in the game as the Mexico had two penalty claims rejected. The first call

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Posted in CONCACAF, International Soccer, United States Men's National Team, World Cup Qualifying
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