Christian Pulisic is nicknamed Capt. America, and when you're the captain, it is your duty to speak up in public when the ship is sinking. And this United States Men's National Team is absolutely taking on a lot of water this international break. It's been mostly rough seas, not smooth sailing, for the USA as they have only scored one goal in two games, having had to settle … [Read more...] about Christian Pulisic Speaks on Weston McKennie Controversy
Jadon Sancho Recovers from Knock, Resumes Training with United
International breaks, as you guys obviously know, aren't very newsworthy unless injuries occur. Manchester United winger Jadon Sancho missed England’s World Cup qualifiers against Andorra and Hungary because of a “minor knock,” according to BBC Sport. This of course led to some concern, at least on a base level, about the fitness and availability of the former Borussia … [Read more...] about Jadon Sancho Recovers from Knock, Resumes Training with United
Man United News: Ronaldo, Lingard, Beckham, Van de Beek
International break is still dragging on, but it won't be too long until it's over- Manchester United will take on Newcastle in just four days! Let's take a look at some of the news items circulating in the MUFC cyberspace in advance of Premier League week four. We start with Cristiano Ronaldo, who was returned to the United training pitch today. Here is a link to some … [Read more...] about Man United News: Ronaldo, Lingard, Beckham, Van de Beek
Cristiano Ronaldo Returns to Manchester United Training Ground
Cristiano Ronaldo is officially home! He's returned to the Manchester United training complex at Carrington ahead of this weekend's Premier League clash against Newcastle United. After having broken the international scoring record for men's competition, in a World Cup qualifier win over Ireland, Portugal led their team captain leave the squad and report to his new … [Read more...] about Cristiano Ronaldo Returns to Manchester United Training Ground
Kurt Kittner on Why He Left His Illini Football Radio Gig (EXCLUSIVE)
In the middle of wrapping up my exclusive with Kurt Kittner, an overzealous autograph seeker proclaimed, quite loudly, he was in the presence of the greatest quarterback in Illinois football history. Kittner was one of about 15-20 members of the 2001 Big Ten title team under a tent in Grange Grove that morning signing autographs when this loud super fan approached the table. … [Read more...] about Kurt Kittner on Why He Left His Illini Football Radio Gig (EXCLUSIVE)
Brandon Lloyd Gives Blunt Take on Recent Illini Coaches (EXCLUSIVE)
Brandon Lloyd provided high praise of Illinois Fighting Illini Coach Bret Bielema, describing who he is and what he can do. During our exclusive conversation, Lloyd said Bielema is the first Illini football coach to bring these attributes to the table since Ron Turner, who was his coach at Illinois. Which implicitly says that, well, Ron Zook, Tim Beckman, Bill Cubit and … [Read more...] about Brandon Lloyd Gives Blunt Take on Recent Illini Coaches (EXCLUSIVE)
Manchester United Transfer Talk: Declan Rice, Anthony Martial
We're in the midst of another long international break, but one that seen Manchester United players, guys like Jesse Lingard and Cristiano Ronaldo, making all kinds of headlines. The Red Devils return to action on Saturday when they host Newcastle United. The match will see the re-debut of Ronaldo in a red shirt, and that is certain to be a spectacle in and of itself. In the … [Read more...] about Manchester United Transfer Talk: Declan Rice, Anthony Martial
Chelsea Man Christian Pulisic Plays the Full 90 in USA Draw
Heading into last night's 1-1 draw at home to Canada, USMNT Coach Gregg Berhalter said his captain, Christian Pulisic, would be a game time decision. It was certainly gamesmanship by the USA head man, as Pulisic started, captained and played the entire game. Heading into this international break, Pulisic's coach on the club level, Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel, said he'd … [Read more...] about Chelsea Man Christian Pulisic Plays the Full 90 in USA Draw
Manchester City GK Zack Steffen Tests Positive for COVID-19
Ahead of tonight's World Cup qualifier, at home against Canada, a USMNT spokesperson revealed that USA No. 1 and Manchester City No. 2 Zack Steffen had tested positive for covid-19. Furthermore, the press officer said that the positive test came after the team traveled to El Salvador, where they battled the host country to a goalless draw. Zack Steffen missed that match due … [Read more...] about Manchester City GK Zack Steffen Tests Positive for COVID-19
Notre Dame Should Easily Handle Florida St. in Blue Blood Battle
Notre Dame will open the 2021 season by making a visit to every American's favorite state- Florida! (I'm sure you picked up on the sarcasm there). The road back, potentially, to another College Football Playoff berth begins with a visit to Doak Campbell Stadium, where they'll face the Florida State Seminoles. It's a match-up of college football program royalty, program wise, … [Read more...] about Notre Dame Should Easily Handle Florida St. in Blue Blood Battle