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    Soccer Bar in Central Connecticut

    I always considered Manchester to be central CT. I’m born and raised in Middletown, and we were always told Portland or Cromwell was the geographic center of the state. Regardless, we always called the Hartford/New Britain/Meriden/Middletown area Central Connecticut (CCSU is in New Britain)...
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    No Offense, But.... (The 2024 Summer Transfer Window Thread)

    Hey, Jesus, this is a little awkward. Sorry we forgot about you for a minute. We were busy running this club into the ground. We know we had you record an awkward retirement video and that we released it to the public, but we promise it was all just an elaborate scheme. Anyways, after seeing...
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    The Special Ones (manager talk)

    It can lead to some wild rides. The drawback is that supporters tend to be less forward thinking, and the pressure on boards/presidents is to win now. This is especially problematic at clubs who had recent success and the administration needs to keep the good times rolling. This can lead to poor...
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    Return of the Galácticos? Spanish Fútbol 23-24

    Unbelievable. Sevilla never even reached out to Jesus Navas. Shameful and heartbreaking for a legend to be treated that way. View: https://twitter.com/fabrizioromano/status/1791609266693865734?s=46&t=XvGOrrWIyL-5CHVVL_0JYQ Jesús Navas: “Dear Sevilla fans, it’s been a sad day for me. I never...
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    The Special Ones (manager talk)

    As it relates to Xavi, it looks like the latest fallout is stemming from one of his recent press conferences where he more or less acknowledges Barca’s current financial state and its impact on the transfer window. Nothing earth shattering, and something we all knew. Laporta got pissed about...
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    Return of the Galácticos? Spanish Fútbol 23-24

    Ernesto Valverde is staying at Athletic Club for another season. Well earned as they would have been the story of the season if not for Girona. Luka Modric has informed Real Madrid that he would like to stay on for another season. He’s out of contract and could go anywhere, but he wants to stay...
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    The Special Ones (manager talk)

    Allegri sacked by Juve effective immediately, Tuchel officially out at Bayern, Xavi possibly out (again) at Barcelona. Hell of a day.
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    2024 CONMEBOL Copa America tournament

    From what I’ve seen, yes. Assuming Argentina don’t get eliminated beforehand they have the July 9 game in New York. Check out this article in the Athletic/NYTimes. Specific info is: July 4 Match 25 1A vs 2B (6pm PST, 8pm CST, 9pm EST, 1am BST, NRG Stadium, Houston) July 5 Match 26...
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    2024 CONMEBOL Copa America tournament

    one bit of news and one realization about the format: The Copa America will officially have 26 man rosters. As long as GGG avoids any “eyes and vibes” guys, this is great news as more players can go and possibly more Olympic spots will open up as a result. So many players are still U-23...
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    Return of the Galácticos? Spanish Fútbol 23-24

    I mean, Barcelona, are you a serious club anymore? There are a bunch of reports out there that Laporta has already decided to move on from Xavi. Who wants to manage this clown show (besides Rafa Marquez )? View...
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    The Special Ones (manager talk)

    Juve are after Thiago Motta and have made him an offer. Motta was spectacular this season at Bologna who are currently ahead of Juventus on GD. They meet on Monday in a huge clash. View: https://twitter.com/fabrizioromano/status/1791092386103185568?s=46&t=XvGOrrWIyL-5CHVVL_0JYQ
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    Return of the Galácticos? Spanish Fútbol 23-24

    Another legend is hanging them up. I’ll miss those piercing eyes. View: https://twitter.com/sidlowe/status/1791140676979016027?s=46&t=XvGOrrWIyL-5CHVVL_0JYQ
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    The Special Ones (manager talk)

    Honestly, I probably posted it. It’s wild to me, and wildly coincidental.
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    The Special Ones (manager talk)

    No doubt there are debates at the bars and cafes in San Sebastián about the best manager from the province of Gipuzkoa (population 700,000), tucked in the eastern corner of the Basque Country along the French border: Unai Emery Mikel Arteta Julen Lopetegui Xabi Alonso Andoni Iraola Imanol...
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    VAR What is it good for?

    I do think VAR in La Liga this season has been handled (pun intended) pretty well. I can only think of one game where it was an issue, and I think the general feeling is that the problem stemmed from the VAR official being the senior most referee and the on field referee being new. “Clear and...
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