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February 11, 2009

North Korea beats Saudi Arabia 1-0 in World Cup qualifier

Posted by Bill Jempty · Published: February 11, 2009

They stand a pretty good chance of playing in South Africa next year. Mun In Guk scored the only goal Wednesday to help North Korea move a step closer to a 2010 World Cup berth with a 1-0 win over Saudi Arabia in Asian qualifying. It was a deserved victory... [Full Story]

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March 20, 2008

Own A Sports Team

Posted by Brent Blaze · Published: March 20, 2008

Have you ever wanted to own your own sports franchise? Personally, I would really buy into an opportunity to be apart of a sports franchise. I came across a legit idea that I decided to actually promote. If I didn't buy into what these guys were doing 100%, then I... [Full Story]

Rating: 5/5 (1 votes cast)

December 10, 2007

Most Manly Man?

Posted by Danny Strickland · Published: December 10, 2007 · Comments (2)

Askmen.com released the results of their poll of the manliest men in the world. After a month-long online voting process which saw over 1 million votes cast worldwide, stylish soccer phenomenon David Beckham has emerged with the coveted title of manliest man of 2007. Who in the hell was voting... [Full Story]

Rating: 5/5 (1 votes cast)

May 8, 2007

Colonial Football

Posted by · Published: May 8, 2007 · Comments (4)

Colonial Football A round ball and a square goal Suggests the shape of the Yin and the Yang. The ball is like the full moon, And the two teams stand opposed: Captains are appointed and take their place. In the game make no allowance for relationship And let there be... [Full Story]

Rating: 1.5/5 (2 votes cast)

June 22, 2006

American Fans Should be Disapointed, not Embarssed by World Cup Showing.

Posted by Nathaniel Gordon · Published: June 22, 2006 · Comments (26)

The last 10 days have left me exhausted, taking phone call after phone call from bandwagon American soccer fans wanting to know what has happened to the team that FIFA has ranked as "#5 in the world"? The simple answer is this: guess what? US Soccer isn't #5 in the... [Full Story]

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April 9, 2006

Old Trafford Money Woes?

Posted by · Published: April 9, 2006 · Comments (1)

Originally posted to Maple Lions While the Red Devils relish a well-earned victory today over the EPL's Légion Étrangére, disturbing events are unfolding on the financial side: An upcoming report on BBC's Sport on Five features the first UK interview with Malcolm Glazer: "... in which Glazer refers to Manchester... [Full Story]

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April 6, 2006

G14-UEFA Smackdown

Posted by · Published: April 6, 2006

The battle for control over Europe's Champions League heats up as the lobby for the old-guard big clubs attempts "shuttle diplomacy" with FIFA. Paul Canniff... [Full Story]

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May 10, 2004

Rapids Update

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: May 10, 2004

After playing the New England Revolution last Friday to a 0-0 tie at INVESCO Field, The Colorado Rapids will hit the road in search of only their second win this season. With a record of 1-1-3 and 6 points to put them in fourth place in the Western Conference, they... [Full Story]

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April 2, 2004

DC United to Turn Away Fans?

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: April 2, 2004

The following article from yesterday's Washington Post caught my eye: Supply Won't Meet Ticket Demand United's Home Opener on Saturday Is Nearly Sold Out D.C. United officials reiterated yesterday that they will not open the upper deck at RFK Stadium for Saturday's season opener despite the large interest in 14-year-old... [Full Story]

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October 6, 2003

U.S. Women Lose In World Cup Semifinals

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: October 6, 2003 · Comments (3)

The run of dominance by the U.S. Womens Soccer team has ended with a 3-0 semifinal loss to Germany. With no pro league left to fall back on it really is a dark day for U.S. womens soccer. PORTLAND, Ore. - Most of the U.S. players stood in place when... [Full Story]

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September 23, 2003

WHY WUSA FAILED

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: September 23, 2003 · Comments (1)

WSJ makes an interesting observation: Right now, minor league baseball, with virtually no TV exposure, is flourishing in more than 100 American cities and towns, even though many teams lose their biggest stars to major league teams as the season progresses. It seems hard to believe that American women's professional... [Full Story]

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September 16, 2003

I'm Not Sure Sponsors Were the Problem

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: September 16, 2003

What do you get when you combine two of the least watchable sports elements, soccer and women's atheletics? How about bankruptcy? The problem is not a lack of sponsors, but a lack of interest. Should corporations do pro bono sponsorships or should they expect a return on their investment? It... [Full Story]

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September 14, 2003

Soccer

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: September 14, 2003 · Comments (1)

The FIFA Women's World Cup 2003 starts Sept. 20. The USA's first match is against Sweeden on the 21st. ABC will be carrying the game.... [Full Story]

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August 25, 2003

Become A Wizbang Sports Contributor

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 25, 2003

Is your team under reported at Wizbang Sports? You can change that!! Sign-up to be a contributor! It's a fully automated process, and if you've already signed up as an author at other Wizbang sites you'll get immediate access. If this is your first author registration at Wizbang there will... [Full Story]

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