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Today’s match between EPL squads Tottenham and Liverpool was just a preseason friendly. But you couldn’t tell from the massive outpouring of fan support that was on display. The 42,723 fans that showed up at Baltimore’s M&T Bank Stadium were raucous and loud from start to finish. The teams played to a very entertaining 0-0 draw and did not disappoint those that traveled far to see their favorite squads play. Massively outnumbered by the Liverpool faithful, the Spurs supporters had plenty to
There was a carnival atmosphere today inside the M&T Bank Stadium as 42,723 people turned up to see Liverpool and Tottenham play out a 0-0 draw. The game was played at a leisurely pace due to the 95 degree heat and players still returning to fitness after their summer break. Liverpool entered today’s game with their third manager in as many years, with the arrival of Brendan Rodgers. Since January 2009 and the infamous “Rafa rant” at Alex Ferguson, Liverpool have
The Columbus Crew got goals from Homegrown Players Aaron Horton and Ben Speas to lift the home team past EPL side Stoke City 2-1 in an international friendly. Stoke, in the U.S. for a preseason training tour, brought some of the world’s best footballers to Crew Stadium and at the same time allowed some of their younger players to get some experience. Peter Crouch and Kenwyne Jones were the biggest names for the Potters and both saw time
ISN will be spending the summer covering the biggest European friendlies here in the States. Next up is Stoke v. Crew and then Liverpool v. Tottenham. More announcements to come! Chelsea FC, the recent Champions League winners, are touring the United States in an effort to promote soccer nationally and abroad. The Blues arrived in Seattle without many of their top players. Those not in attendance include Mata, Terry, Malouda, and the recently departed Didier Drogba. Drogba was a key player in Chelsea’s victory
This week has been an exciting one for a lot of reasons. High-profile international friendlies, the upcoming EUROs, and some big changes in the world’s best leagues. The Guardian was one of the first to report the move of Porto’s Hulk to Chelsea for £38m. Hulk has been a goalscoring beast in the Portugese top-flight, claiming 57 goals in 91 games. Some questioned the price, but I will be the first to say that it was an absolute bargain.
Chevrolet’s five-year agreement to become the Official Automotive Partner of Barclays Premier League giant Manchester United includes the creation of the Chevrolet China Cup as part of the Manchester United 2012 Tour, delivered to the world by DHL. Manchester United legend Ryan Giggs makes a dramatic entrance from a Chevrolet Malibu at the Shanghai Science and Technology Museum, Shanghai, China. Taking place in July, the Chevrolet China Cup will feature matches in Shanghai and another Chinese city. Chevrolet’s first global football
A recent delegation of English footballing experts associated with PASS traveled to the U.S. to judge the state of the American game. It was one of several trips to the States, including stops in MLS cities Dallas and Los Angeles. Former Newcastle and Bristol winger Kevin Gall headed the delegation and attended the New England Revolution v. LA Galaxy match with former Arsenal legend Kevin Campbell. Gall, Campbell, and Marcus McCabe represented ISN at the match, offering a unique
