1. World Football Gossip Roundup: Javier Hernandez, Jose Mourinho, Frank De Boer

    Javier Hernandez might be behind two or three other forwards in the Manchester United strikeforce, but he isn't going anywhere this summer. At least, that's what Sir Alex Ferguson is saying...

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  2. 10 Early Predictions for World Cup 2014 in Brazil

    The 2014 FIFA World Cup inches closer. With the first kickoff scheduled for June of next year, we're just over 16 months away from the greatest sporting event on Earth...

    Michael Cummings Written by Michael Cummings about 3 months ago 33,207 reads 172 comments

  3. World Cup 2014: Evaluating England's Chances for Qualification

    Failure might not be an option , but with four matches left in England's World Cup qualifying campaign, it is a possibility. Tuesday's 1-1 draw at Montenegro left England with 12 points from six matches in UEFA 's Group H ...

    Michael Cummings Written by Michael Cummings about 3 months ago 4,409 reads 7 comments

  4. Francesco Totti Marks 20 Years with AS Roma (Video)

    Francesco Totti 's career is turning 20, and that means it's time to celebrate. Totti , 36, made his debut with AS Roma on March 28, 1993, at Brescia . He was 16 years old and not yet known as " Il Capitano ...

    Michael Cummings Written by Michael Cummings about 3 months ago 2,796 reads 4 comments

  5. World Football Gossip Roundup: Edinson Cavani, Leandro Damiao, Yaya Toure

    So you're telling us there's a chance ? The saga of Edinson Cavani's inevitable departure from Napoli drags on and on, but in this Thursday edition of the B/R World Football Gossip ...

    Michael Cummings Written by Michael Cummings about 3 months ago 14,645 reads 42 comments

  6. Why Eden Hazard Is Better Than Neymar Right Now

    Neymar is the precocious Brazilian superstar tipped to lead his nation’s challenge at their home World Cup in 2014...

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  7. USMNT: Americans Claim Gutsy Qualifying Draw at Azetca as New Stars Shine

    A week can change everything, especially in the high-stakes atmosphere of World Cup qualifying. After the United States national team secured a valuable point Tuesday night with a ...

    Michael Cummings Written by Michael Cummings about 3 months ago 8,168 reads 16 comments

  8. Luis Suarez Appears to Punch Chile Defender in Face (Video)

    Luis Suarez is back in hot water. The 26-year-old, who spent much of last season dealing with a racism controversy , could find himself in trouble again after a disappointing trip home to South America for international duty...

    Michael Cummings Written by Michael Cummings about 3 months ago 3,587 reads 64 comments

  9. World Football Gossip Roundup: Stevan Jovetic, Christian Benteke, Jose Mourinho

    Stevan Jovetic might or might not head to North London this summer. Either way, one of his current teammates is warning him off the move. Jovetic's continued flirtation with Arsenal leads this Wednesday edition of the B/R World Football Gossip Roundup...

    Michael Cummings Written by Michael Cummings about 3 months ago 11,309 reads 35 comments

  10. Zlatan Ibrahimovic Cleared to Play Barcelona in Champions League First Leg

    Zlatan Ibrahimovic will have two cracks at his old team, not just one. Ibrahimovic , Paris Saint-Germain's 31-year-old star forward, has been cleared to play in the ...

    Michael Cummings Written by Michael Cummings about 3 months ago 13,341 reads 95 comments

  11. World Football Gossip Roundup: Sergio Aguero, John Terry, Luis Suarez

    Sergio Aguero has already played in Madrid once before. Could he be headed back to the Spanish capital—only to wear new colors? That story leads this Tuesday edition of the B/R World Football Gossip Roundup...

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  12. USMNT: Costa Rica Appeals Snow Game to FIFA as U.S. Prepares for Mexico

    As the United States national soccer team prepares for its fiercest rivalry, another is starting to linger. The U.S...

    Michael Cummings Written by Michael Cummings about 3 months ago 2,744 reads 4 comments

  13. Gervinho: Is There Hope for the Much-Maligned Striker at Arsenal Next Season?

    It’s been another rough season for Gervinho , from famous misses to long stretches on the bench. But is the much-maligned forward running out of time at Arsenal? Near the ...

    Michael Cummings Written by Michael Cummings about 3 months ago 5,038 reads 32 comments

  14. USMNT: Identity Emerging for Yanks After Snowmageddon in Denver

    Looking back, the bombshell might not have cut as deep as we thought. In fact, amid all the controversy and pressure, and as a potential date with history approaches, this United States men's national team might be finding its identity...

    Michael Cummings Written by Michael Cummings about 3 months ago 3,041 reads 2 comments

  15. Wayne Rooney Has Shot at Redemption with England Against Montenegro

    Wayne Rooney will have his chance at international redemption, but it won't come easy—or without provocation...

    Michael Cummings Written by Michael Cummings about 3 months ago 3,117 reads 5 comments

  16. Clarence Seedorf Receives Red Card for Leaving Field Incorrectly (Video)

    Not all red cards are created equal, and this has got to be one of the softest ones we can remember. Clarence Seedorf , the former Dutch international midfielder noted for the lack ...

    Michael Cummings Written by Michael Cummings about 3 months ago 2,161 reads 2 comments

  17. World Football Gossip Roundup: Edinson Cavani, Alvaro Negredo, Stevan Jovetic

    In this Monday edition of the B/R World Football Gossip Roundup, two questions dominate. What do you know? And what does that mean? Alvaro Negredo wants to play in the Premier League, but he's not sure when that might happen...

    Michael Cummings Written by Michael Cummings about 3 months ago 11,423 reads 51 comments

  18. USMNT: Beating Costa Rica in the Blizzard Match Will Live on in History

    Remember where you were, especially if you were there. No matter what you call it—the Mile High Whiteout, the Denver Deluge or just the Hexagonal Blizzard—the CONCACAF ...

    Michael Cummings Written by Michael Cummings about 3 months ago 13,270 reads 66 comments

  19. Brazil, Italy Play to Exciting 2-2 Draw in Memorable Friendly (Video)

    Before kickoff, Italy coach Cesare Prandelli said Brazil had an "extraordinary quality." It turned out he was selling his own team—and the match—a bit short...

    Michael Cummings Written by Michael Cummings about 3 months ago 4,015 reads 4 comments

  20. United States Facing Pressure Against Costa Rica in World Cup Qualifier (Poll)

    After all of the controversy and injuries, the talk of must-win games and panic buttons, it's finally back to soccer for the United States national team. Now, all the Americans have to do is play—under pressure, of course...

    Michael Cummings Written by Michael Cummings about 3 months ago 2,295 reads 13 comments

  21. World Football Gossip Roundup: Javier Hernandez, Mario Gotze, Hulk

    The theme of the day in the world football rumor mill is keeping one's options open. At Juventus, the Italian champions are reportedly plotting a Plan B if they can't sign Luis Suarez this summer...

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  22. 5 Latest and Greatest Trends in World Football

    Football is a game that both embraces tradition and yet always evolves. Trends come and go, but the sport retains its character through the years. Today, though, we're all about the trends...

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  23. USMNT: Clint Dempsey Named Captain, but It Should Have Been Michael Bradley

    The news coming from the United States national team camp is finally good, but it could have been even better...

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  24. Arsenal: Hector Bellerin Beats Man United Under-21s with Stunning Volley (Video)

    International week means most clubs won't produce much news in the coming days, but when Arsenal and Manchester United play, even their Under-21s tend to make headlines...

    Michael Cummings Written by Michael Cummings about 3 months ago 7,608 reads 37 comments

  25. World Football Gossip Roundup: Yaya Toure, Radamel Falcao, Luis Suarez

    Ultimatums, secret meetings and dreams of Champions League football—it's that kind of day in the B/R World Football Gossip Roundup. Yaya Toure famously issued an ultimatum to Manchester City this week...

    Michael Cummings Written by Michael Cummings about 3 months ago 7,142 reads 4 comments