USMNT/Soccer Thread

[jameslee32]

Cincy community activist groups are always trying to shake down developers. Just last year another group tried to get $22M for allowing a $500M expansion of Children's Hospital - a huge employer & economic engine. It's why I'd never live in Cincy proper & most large cities. Just power-hungry money grubbers.

No doubt. But if MLS gives them the last bid, apparently they wanted the club to play nice with these people. It's a constant struggle for those in power to maintain that power, those without power to get some and then at the same time to attract talent and businesses. The political drama is maybe the only part, other than pro sports, that makes this town feel much bigger than it really is.

 

[jameslee32]

Why? Toyota has way more $$ than MH.

Could be stadium naming rights or something else besides just the jersey.

 

[Wildcat Willy]

Could be stadium naming rights or something else besides just the jersey.

It has nothing to do with stadium naming rights. It is strictly the jersey naming rights.

They really didn't even ask the Toyota Dealers if they would be willing to put up what Mercy is spending. They just made a deal with Mercy Health.

And MLS waiting for the announcement had zero to do with playing nice or political drama. It had everything to do with having an actual signed stadium plan in place.

 

[Vandalayindustries]

Also, looks like they start in MLS NEXT season, jumping Nashville and Miami.

Gives them advantages in the draft.

Finally, FCC drew Minnesota United in US Open cup in the 4th round and while Minnesota won the coin flip for home match, they may move it to Cincinnati.

Not a bad day here.

 

[jameslee32]

It has nothing to do with stadium naming rights. It is strictly the jersey naming rights.

They really didn't even ask the Toyota Dealers if they would be willing to put up what Mercy is spending. They just made a deal with Mercy Health.

And MLS waiting for the announcement had zero to do with playing nice or political drama. It had everything to do with having an actual signed stadium plan in place.

Haha. But that wasn't going to happen in this town without the drama. This consistently happens here as previously mentioned and if MLS did their homework, they knew this in advance. We can't even replace a 60-year old pipeline without politics rearing its ugly head.

 

[O-Ville_CAT_FAN]

But what about as a possible GM?

Spent time in a Director Of Football/Executive role at a couple of clubs in Holland including AZ when Jozy was there. Now the Sporting Director of the Philadelphia Union. I like that he has European scouting knowledge.

 

[wildcat1973]

Bale's goal was absolutely insane. One of the greatest of all time. But the game was lost when Salah was injured. And the goalkeeper made 2 inexcusable mistakes.

Real Madrid finds a way though...and beat some pretty stiff competition to win the trophy this season. It was deserved.

 

[BigBlueSean]

I hate Real Madrid. Bit Karous was straight ass. Liverpool need to invest big time in a keeper. My first pick would be Alisson from Roma.

Will be very interesting to see Liverpool next year. In some ways the injury to Salah may keep him there.
If they can keep the front 3 together it would be huge. They have a deal already bringing the best CM in the Bundesliga to Anfield in Naby Keita and if they add the likes of Nabil Fekir from Lyon they could get even better. Will be interesting to see if this was a lightning in a bottle year for Liverpool.

Next year should be a very interesting year. Sarri at Chelsea will be interesting to watch as well as if Chelsea loses some players since not being in UCL. I think it will take them a while to get because of how Sarri's style is based so much on scripted run making. I do think it suits players like Willian and Hazard. But I think Chelsea loses Kante and they desperately need a striker. I also think this is the last year Tottenham keeps the trio of Kane, Eriksen and Alli together. IMO only Alli remains. Arsenal under Unai Emery will be fun to watch. I think that's a really good hire and I think if Arsenal can sign who they are linked to (Sokratis, Soyuncu and a guy like Danilo Pereira at CDM I think they could be very formidable.

 

[BigBlueSean]

Also once again, if I'm Cincy I hire Louisville City's coach for MLS. Once again the far better side head 2 head.

 

[Vandalayindustries]

Pretty sure only 4-6 current players/coaches will be on that team in 6 months. I'm not really worried about Louisville's coach or team right now.

 

[BigBlueSean]

Really enjoy how active our midfield is in this Bolivia game. Weah is nice. Really like Sargeant'' movement. It's also really nice to see a proactive midfield.

 

[BlueRaider22]

^Anyone but Bradley. I’ve never been enamored with him.

 

[BigBlueSean]

Antonee Robertson has put 3 or 4 great balls in from the LB position.

 

[BlueRaider22]

Good quick movt there.

 

[BigBlueSean]

Weah drilled that ball... A shame it was blocked

 

[BlueRaider22]

Man, I love soccer but the way they players and staff treat injuries is annoying.

 

[BigBlueSean]

Sargeant and Weah combos are beautiful to watch...

 

[BigBlueSean]

Btw, really like these white uniforms...

 

[BlueRaider22]

Every time I hear Jenny Taft’s voice I’m reminded by how hot she is.

 

[BlueRaider22]

Nice

 

[BigBlueSean]

Wonderful goal

 

[BlueRaider22]

Good long ball by Zimmerman.

 

[BigBlueSean]

We haven't had a midfielder like McKennie in like... Ever lol... Physical as **** but also technically sound

 

[BlueRaider22]

Sergeant!

 

[BlueRaider22]

Opie Taylor!

 

[BigBlueSean]

Nice play and touch by Sargeant...

 

[BlueRaider22]

He looks like his name should be Seamus O’toole.

 

[BigBlueSean]

What exactly were we waiting on with implimenting some of these youngster's?

 

[BigBlueSean]

Antonee Robertson is our starting LB. What a beautiful pass.

 

[BlueRaider22]

 

[klambert6]

Some of these young dudes are already ready. Love what McKennie is doing. Him and Nagbe in the middle will be nice.

 

[BigBlueSean]

Damn that Parks kid is HUGE! 6'4…!?

 

[BlueRaider22]

Damn that Parks kid is HUGE! 6'4…!?

At first glance I thought Zimmerman was playing up.

 

[BlueRaider22]

Ugh. Just lost satellite feed. You guys?

 

[BlueRaider22]

Whelp. Time for another whiskey. And I’ll flip to watch Midway. It is Memorial Day after all. Thanks to all veterans alive or dead.

 

[BlueRaider22]

And we’re back on.

I hope Navakovic gets one so we can see his family go beserk.

 

[BigBlueSean]

That touch by Novakovich.... Shewww

 

[BigBlueSean]

If our team had an ounce of the fight and grit this team has had against Trinidad we would be warming up for russia. Team is relentless...

 

[BlueRaider22]

Hey Sean. How much of what we are seeing is good play and how much is Bolivia being poor?

 

[BlueRaider22]

Meaning, is Robertson, McKinney, Sergent, Weah, Rubin ready to play against better teams?