Monthly Archives: February 2013

Thursday Kickoff: Dortmund confirms Lewandowski exit, Mexico qualifies for U-20 World Cup, and more

Borussia Dortmund Sporting Director Michael Zorc has confirmed that the club will not extend Robert Lewandowski’s contract. Mexico has qualified for the U-20 World Cup Continue reading »

Posted in European Soccer, Featured, South American Soccer | 15 Comments

Big changes ahead as Red Bulls transition from Backe to Petke

The New York Red Bulls were hoping to make a major change in team philosophy when they parted ways with Hans Backe, and new head coach Mike Petke has given them just that. Continue reading »

Posted in Featured, MLS- New York Red Bulls | 15 Comments

Wednesday Evening Ticker: Benitez blasts Chelsea fans, Bayern defeats Dortmund, and more

Chelsea interim manager Rafael Benitez announced Wednesday that he will leave the club at the end of the season. We recap his announcement and the rest of the news from a busy Wednesday in soccer. Continue reading »

Posted in European Soccer, Featured | 22 Comments

The SBI Podcast: Episode 12 (Talking U.S. U-20s, Holden and a preview of the MLS Western Conference)

The SBi Podcast: Episode 12 brings you our MLS Western Conference preview as we break down each team in the West. Ives and Garrett also discuss the U.S. Under-20s, Stuart Holden and more. Continue reading »

Posted in Featured, Major League Soccer, Podcasts | 20 Comments

Altidore scores twice to lead AZ to Dutch Cup Final, ties Dempsey mark for goals in a European season

U.S. Men’s National Team striker Jozy Altidore pushed his season’s goal total in all competitions to 23 by scoring a pair of goals, and adding an assist, in AZ’s Dutch Cup semifinal victory vs Ajax on Wednesday. Continue reading »

Posted in Americans Abroad, Featured, U.S. Men's National Team | 121 Comments

SBI MLS Season Preview: Real Salt Lake

Real Salt Lake made several moves in the off-season reshape the team and clear the way for some impressive youngsters to step up. It may be a rebuilding year, but RSL looks poised to remain a strong team in the West. Continue reading »

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A look at the proposed New York Cosmos stadium

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SBI MLS Season Preview: Philadelphia Union

With proven MLS veterans Sebastien Le Toux, Conor Casey and Jeff Parke in the mix, the Philadelphia Union will look to improve upon a tough 2012. Continue reading »

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SBI MLS Season Preview: Chivas USA

The 2012 season was one to forget for Chivas USA, but an off-season filled with changes, from the roster to the head coach, have made the Goats one of the most talked-about teams in MLS this winter. Continue reading »

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USMNT Daily Update: As Holden takes important step in comeback, we can start thinking about the USMNT possibilities

Stuart Holden played his first league match in almost two years on Tuesday, and his appearance not only offers an encouraging sign of his comeback, but gave us a glimpse of where he might play for the USMNT. Continue reading »

Posted in Americans Abroad, Featured, U.S. Men's National Team, Uncategorized, USMNT Daily Update | 95 Comments