May 2011 Articles

Is US Roster Better Today than at World Cup?

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The 2011 Gold Cup Roster was announced by Bob Bradley on Monday and with it came a lot of opinions from fans and analysts, which is great for US Soccer.  If we were to rewind four years ago to the Gold Cup in 2007, I doubt many people can recall much besides Benny Feilhaber’s goal against Mexico.  US Soccer has taken a large step forward in the past two years with success at the Confederations Cup and the World Cup.  The Gold Cup gives the United States another opportunity to keep the momentum from last Summer going while also staking the claim as the top side in CONCACAF.  The added bonus of winning thia Gold Cup gives the US the opportunity to compete again in the Confederations Cup in 2013 in Brazil.  Continue Reading

Robbie Mustoe and Shaka Hislop Breakdown CL Final

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Dave Clarke recently sat down with Shaka Hislop and Robbie Mustoe to discuss many different topics, but first let's hear their thoughts on the biggest club match of the year.  Check back next week for more in-depth interviews with Mustoe and Hislop, who both enjoyed great playing careers in England and now work for ESPN.

Soccer Banter: Who will the UEFA Champions League Final, Manchester United or Barcelona? 

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Champions League Predictions Continued...

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Only one more day to wait for the Champions League Final in Wembley.  Unless you've been living without TV, internet, and radio, you know that it's Manchester United against Barcelona in the biggest club match in the world.  Soccer Banter asked some of our friends along with recent interviewees their thoughts on who win the Champions League.  

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Staff Predictions for Champions League Final

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Soccer Banter originally gave it's predictions on which team would win the Champions League prior to the quarterfinals but now we are back with a more in-depth analysis.  Today the Soccer Banter staff give their opinion on which team will lift the trophy in Wembley on Saturday.  Check back on Friday as we post predictions from players, managers, and analysts involved in the game.  

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Rise and Shine - The Jay DeMerit Story

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Soccer Banter first interviewed Zach Salsman at the end of March about his role as the cinematographer for 'Rise and Shine - The Jay DeMerit Story' and since then the documentary has moved to the release stages. BUT, a big BUT, they need people to get involved and order the DVD or even make a donation.  I saw the unedited version of this film this past Fall and I was inspired to do more with my own life.  It might be corny to say that DeMerit lived the American dream but instead of doing it stateside he accomplished it in England.  Please spread the word about this great project and GET INVOLVED! Continue Reading

Miss of the Season 

Last week Soccer Banter thought we had seen the miss of the season from a game in Ireland (see clip below) but this miss from Brazil is even worse!  Watch both and let us know which one you think deserves to be the Miss of the Season.  Watch clips