Jun 28, 2013

GrindTV: Soccer opens up a whole new world for this yuma

 
Here is a great story revolving around soccer and an American's experience with a soccer ball in Cuba.

Read Full Story Here: Soccer opens up a whole new world for this yuma

Jun 26, 2013

USMNT Goalkeeper Tim Howard shows off new Tattoos

If you are a fan of soccer/futbol than you have surely seen the increased trend of most of your favorite players sporting tattoos.

Click to see: Famous Soccer Tattoos 

David Beckham was most likely the first soccer player to gain recognition from his many tattoos but just like in the NBA, many soccer players around the world can be seen with tattoos covering their arms -- and in some cases even exposing multiple tattoos on their torsos when exchanging jerseys in the post match ritual.

Tim Howard is the starting goalkeeper for the U.S. Men's National Soccer Team and he, along with many other USMNT players, has his fair share of body art. Check out some of his newest ink that he shared via Instagram @timhow1:

Tim Howard Instagram


Tim Howard Tattoo

Tim Howard Tattoo

Tim Howard Tattoo

Tim Howard Tattoo Suffering Produces Perseverance

Jun 21, 2013

Video :: Congratulations, Abby! Wambach Passes Hamm as All-Time Leading Scorer

via U.S. Soccer:

On June 20, 2013 Abby Wambach became the all-time leading socrer in international soccer, netting her 159th goal for the USA. Here's a look back at some of her most memorable highlights.



Jun 20, 2013

Giveaway :: Soccer Confidence: CD Program

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Jun 19, 2013

Altidore and USMNT continue to roll through World Cup Qualifying with 1-0 win over Honduras

U.S. Men's National team forward Jozy Altidore did something that only five other American players have ever done - scoring a goal in four straight games. The others include William Looby, Eric Wynalda, Brian McBride, Eddie Johnson and Landon Donovan (twice). - See more at: ussoccer.com

See the game winning goal by Altidore agianst Honduras, pretty much one of the only highlights of the match for the U.S. squad on a difficult evening in front of a lackluster Utah crowd.