2012 Casualties of the top flight trap door…
Premier League
Relegated: Wolves, Blackburn, & Bolton
La Liga
Relegated: Racing Santander, Sporting Gijon, & Villarreall
Serie A
Relegated: Lecce, Novara, & Cesena
Bundesliga
Relegated: Koln, Kaiserslautern, & Fortuna Dusseldrof
Source: ESPN
Boxing Day Preview
Premier League
Liverpool vs. Blackburn 12-26-2011 10:00 a.m. ET Fox Deportes
Not a game for the optimists this Holiday Season, but certainly an interesting one to say the least.
A potential 8 match ban for Liverpool’s most important attacking player, Luis Suarez, has everyone hitting the ‘panic’ button Merseyside.
Injury hit Blackburn have more questions than answers as 2012 approaches. Steve Kean hasn’t yet proven to fans that he’s the man to keep them in the top flight this season. After being thoroughly beaten by fellow bottom feeders Bolton on Dec. 20, they face a down and out Liverpool. Getting at least 1 point from this game would be massive boost for Kean. While receiving support/sympathy from Premier League Managers, the fans haven’t been so forgiving. Will a result at Anfield change the mood surrounding Ewood park? We’ll find out tomorrow!
USA vs. Spain 6-4-2010 Foxborough, Massachusetts
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Midweek Match Preview
Premier League
Fulham vs. Manchester United 12-21-2011 3:00 p.m. ET Fox Soccer/Fox Deportes
Manchester United take on Fulham Wednesday afternoon, the highlight of a busy game week for U.S. viewers.
Fulham have racked up 6 points in their last 2 Premier League home games; scoring 3 goals in the process, conceding 0. Netminder David Stockdale looks to be making a smooth transition from the Championship back to the Premier League after his loan move was terminated to replace the injured Schwarzer. Dempsey has been on fire lately, netting 60% of The Cottagers goals in December. He has a knack for scoring in big games, and Martin Jol will hope that continues Wednesday.
Man United are unbeaten in their last 7 Premier League games, winning 6 and drawing 1. This game will be United’s second match in four days, and with Boxing Day around the corner Sir Alex will surely be bringing in some fresh legs for their upcoming encounter. United have only conceded 2 goals in the League after that 6 goal thrashing they received courtesy of Manchester City. They will need to make plans for Dempsey though, who’s free scoring form will certainly worry the back four.
Stats from ESPN Soccernet
An Observation
U.S.A. vs El Salvador
World Cup Qualifier 9/5/2009 Rio Tinto Stadium Sandy, Utah
Result: U.S.A. 2 - 1 El Salvador
This was my first U.S. Men’s National Team game since the 96’ Olympics. It was an exciting match, below are some key points I took away from the game.
- Charlie Davies was the real deal; an explosive, speedy striker with a positive first touch. I’m glad I had the chance to see him play before his accident and hope he can reach that form again.
- Stuart Holden came on as a second half sub and looked the same. A skillful player on the rise looking dangerous every time he was on the ball. I anticipate he’ll make a full recovery from his injury, and get his chance to make a positive impact for the USMNT.
- The El Salvador fans were awesome. It was a rowdy atmosphere and I’ll gladly see these two play again when WCQ 2014 starts up.
Sunday Spotlight
Club World Cup Final
Santos vs. Barcelona 12-18-2011 5:30 a.m. ET Fox Soccer/Fox Deportes
This year’s Club World Cup Final is sure to provide some flair with Brazilian powerhouse Santos up against Champions of Europe Barcelona. It’s inevitable Neymar will make a big money move to one of Europe’s elite clubs in the near future, and his display will surely be under the microscope Sunday.
Even with the absence of David Villa, Barcelona shouldn’t have any trouble finding the back of the net.
“Neymar will definitely do something. I have no doubt he will make them [Barcelona] suffer.” Ramalho, Santos Coach.
“Our hope and our aim is to win the title again. We know it will be difficult, though, because Santos are a good team with several skillful players.” Guardiola, Barcelona Coach
Quotes from Fifa.com
