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Why aren’t American players taken seriously in Europe

The recent return of Michael Bradley , often cited as the best active American player, from Italy's in-form Serie A  outfit Roma back to MLS club Toronto left many soccer fans puzzled. Although the repetitive line from much of the American press has been that of a hero returning home to a a lucrative contract he could not refuse to help boost the...
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Borussia Dortmund: More to Klopp than meets the eye

Young upstart coach Juergen Klopp has exploded unto the European football scene this season by brilliantly leading his Borussia Dortmund past all obstacles to book a date with powerhouse Bayern Munich in the first and historic all-German Champion's League final at Wembley stadium on May 25th, 2013. A first glance at the 45 year old German coach can be quite deceptive as...
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Former DC Stoddert and ATP star Michael Funes

Former DC Stoddert and ATP star Michael Funes has recently signed his first professional contract with first division club Isidro Metapan of El Salvador.  See article below.  
[Translated English Version] [Click here for original spanish version] Isidro Metapan will be completing their squad that will compete in the Clausura 2013 with the addition of two players in a bid to strengthen their base. The champions have not been very active in the market. Newcomer Michael Funes and Derlin Romero will be added shortly to Isidro Metapan's roster for the upcomingtournament. Both players have been endorsed by coach Edwin Portillo and the club's board and...
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