Tom Byer
In 2009, Zinedine Zidane, the legendary soccer player, participated in a coaching clinic in Ajinomoto Stadium in Tokyo, Japan. Children and parents filled the stands. The mood was jovial. Zidane was a once-in-a-generation sort of player, a kind of mad genius remembered today as much for his ball skills as for the infamous 2006 World Cup headbutt. The parents in attendance hoped some of those skills, like his signature pirouette (not the headbutt), would rub off on their children. But as Zidane and the gathered coaches began their lessons, something strange happened. The children in the audience began...
In the space of a heartfelt 405-word blog last night, Robbie Rogers, a United States winger, became the only openly gay player in English professional football and promptly announced his plan to “step away” from the sport... more »
I am remarkably proud of our soccer nation today. Going way back, I have always thought of soccer fans as a slightly more enlightened breed. Historically you cannot have worn the soccer label in this country without some ability... more »
Sir Alex Ferguson gambled Wednesday night – and won. Manchester United bravely fielded an attacking lineup against a fierce Real Madrid side and came away with a precious away goal in their 1-1 tie. United now head back to Old... more »
Wednesday night saw the matchup of the Champions League round of 16, as Real Madrid hosted Manchester United at the Bernabeu. The game didn't disappoint, as Sir Alex Ferguson's visiting team took a surprise early lead before... more »
GSPON, Switzerland – This village high in the Alps is home to the highest football pitch in all of Europe, and the only place on the continent where the boys chasing the balls must be at least as fit as the men kicking... more »
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