The Soccer Thread (Version 8)

MLS season starts this weekend!

Oh... wait... forgot that no one cares.

Except you, Ruben. Enjoy!

 

I care too. I just know better than to try to troll the soccer haters. Or his Ruben a soccer hater trolling us? Very confused about that MLS thread.

 

I plan on tuning in on and off all day today with the new ESPN/FS1 broadcast promotion.

 

62,000 were in attendance for Orlando's MLS debut the other day. Seven sell-outs for week 1.

DC United had its smallest season-opening crowd ever.

MLS draws a crowd on opening weekend - The Washington Post

 

I'm pumped for today's Man U-Arsenal FA Cup quarterfinal. I'm almost rooting for a draw so there will be a replay. I'd be surprised if there was a result today. I can't pick a favorite.

 

Attendance isn't the issue. MLS's biggest hurdle right now is TV ratings.

 

Good match. United looked really good in spots, but they are so fragile at the back. De Gea might have PTSD after this year.

 

Until Man U finds another pair like Scholes and Giggs, they're gonna suck for the most part. Pathetic display by Di Maria, who should be unemployed tomorrow.

 

That pesky away goals rule eliminated Chelski in extra time. England's Brave John Terry guarded a teammate on a corner and Thiago Silva heads home the winner.

 

I was in Charleston watching the pre-season games, Villa still has it, Kaka is going to be a nightmare for defenders.

 

How bad is Sunderland's defense if they're giving up four in one half to Villa?

 

Man United looked shockingly great today. Rooney upfront with the Fro right behind him worked really well and Mata was excellent in the Di Maria role on the right. I think that Carrick is still too delicate, but he, Herrera and Blind worked very well together and allowed Young and Valencia roam.