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I'm an 18 year old student at the University of Maryland, studying whatever I feel like.

I've played soccer since I was 4, so if you think there's a little bias towards it in my articles, this is the reason. Also, I'm not one of those assholes that constantly bitches about how the MLS isn't as good as the European leagues. No shit, the Football League has been around since 1888, so we're only 108 years behind them. Coincidentally, this is the same year Celtic FC was founded, and I've been a huge fan for the past few years.

Speaking of favorite teams, I should probably list mine. DC United will always be number 1, as I've lived in the area my whole life, and I can remember watching DC win the MLS Cup when I was 7 in 1996. Other teams include Arsenal FC, the previously mentioned Celtic FC, Werder Bremen SV, Munster Rugby, Baltimore Orioles(a default, I don't really like baseball, but the O's have always been my team, and the Nats can never replace them), and I support Kimi Raikkonen and Petter Solberg in racing.

I have a few sports I hate. First, professional basketball and hockey absolutely tilt me. 82 games of meaningless regular season, all so teams can have a knockout playoff system to determine a champion. Call me unAmerican, but shouldn't the champion be the team that wins the most during the season? Second, baseball. I once played, but I quit at age 10. The game is far too slow, and the season way too long. 162 games? Ridiculous. Third, WNBA. OK, that was just a dagger at women's basketball, but if there's a women's basketball team playing that doesn't have Maryland or Terrapins on it, I really don't give a shit. Fourth, NASCAR is an absolute travesty. Back in the day, the old "race on Sunday, sell on Monday" cars made it exciting, and drivers used to be men. Now, with tube frame racers, limited engine development, and a standardized "Car of Tomorrow", the fun has been taken out of racing. Besides, left turns for 3 hours bores the hell out of me.

In my free time, I watch sports, play sports, enjoy video games, and going out to parties. Being in college has many advantages to those in the real world, such as being free of real responsibility besides getting grades and graduating.

Matt's Recent Articles

Cristiano Ronaldo Can't Deliver; Portugal Exits Euro 2008

Published about 1 year ago
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Euro 2008: Round One Reactions

Published about 1 year ago
361 reads 0 comments

OJ Mayo and His Money: Cleaning up College Athletics

Published about 1 year ago
747 reads 0 comments

Ligue 1: Paris St. Germain—Where Did It Go Wrong?

Published about 1 year ago
607 reads 0 comments

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Matt Titman commented on Martin Palermo: Argentina's Under Appreciated Star
Rewi Romana responded to a comment on Top Five Current Wingers in World Rugby
Matt Titman commented on Wales Look To Make Impact on Autumn Internationals
Matt Titman commented on Revamp For Rugby Super League Playoffs: Team to Pick Opponent
Matt Titman commented on Who Should Start for Arsenal Against Big Spenders Manchester City?

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Favorite Athletes

Iker Casillas, Oliver Kahn, Peter Schmeichel, Lionel Messi, William Gallas,
Favorite Sports Teams

DC United, Arsenal FC, Celtic FC, Munster Rugby
All Time Sports Moment

Liverpool vs AC Milan, 2005 UEFA Champions League Final
Most Memorable Game Attended

2004 MLS Eastern Conference Final, DC United vs New England Revolution
Most Unbreakable Sports Record

Dixie Dean's 60 goals in one season
Ruth or Mays?

Mays, the catch just seals it
Unitas or Montana?

Montana, West Coast offense is badass
Pele or Maradona?

Maradona, tough call, but the other goal against England not involving a hand was probably the best ever
Pac 10, Big 12, Big 10, SEC, ACC, or Big East?

ACC. Not even a question, we're the toughest overall conference in the nation. Our teams are good at EVERY sport.

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by Sid
4 months ago

me two latest articles about Gunners hope you like 'em

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/210127-a-rights-issue-is-top-priority-for-the-arsenal-board

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/210092-arsenal-rumoured-to-be-after-the-brazilian-monstor
by John S
about 1 year ago

Hey Matt, I noticed you posted a comment about finding Celtic fans in DC. Did you know there is a Celtic Supporters Club there?
Thought it might be of use to you if you weren't familiar. http://www.dccsc.com/
by Alex
about 1 year ago

Yeah, I picked Pele over Maradona after going through a grueling selection process.

Have I heard of Pele? Yes
Have I heard of Maradona? No

Game, set, match: Pele

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Cristiano Ronaldo Can't Deliver; Portugal Exits Euro 2008

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Ligue 1: Paris St. Germain—Where Did It Go Wrong?

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