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      Euro 2012 kicks off

      June 9, 2012 /

      The tournament is underway. There was some disturbing news about racist chants, but now we can focus on the games.

      Robert Lewandowski scored the opening goal in the 2012 European Championship as co-hosts Poland settled for a draw against Greece. Hours later, Russia set the tournament for Group A with a 4-1 victory against the Czech Republic.

      Poland may regain its footing after the draw. The squad features forward Lewandowski, midfielder Jakub Blascykowski and defender Lukasz Piszczek, all key players in Borrussia Dortmund’s Bundesliga triumph.

      Greece pulled a major upset by winning the tournament in 2004, but is the weakest team in this tournament. The Czech Republic has neither the sufficient firepower up front nor a disciplined enough defense to get much further.

      Meanwhile, Russia showed all of the discipline that the Czechs lacked. Its defense was well organized, its midfield effective and its offense comfortable. The Russians look unlikely to break under pressure, and may repeat their 2008 feat of reaching the semifinals, or do better.

      Today we’ll see the group of death.

      Euro 2012, European Soccer

      Euro 2012 leads big summer for soccer

      June 4, 2012 /

      Coming off of huge football stories in May with Chelsea winning the Champions League and Manchester City winning the Premiereship in dramatic fashion, Clemente Lisi discusses some of the big events coming up this summer, leading with Euro 2012.

      As previously stated, this is the biggest tournament for national teams after the World Cup. In a way, this 16-team competition is better than the World Cup because there are fewer teams (the World Cup has 32) and with the exception of Brazil and Argentina, features some of the best players on the planet.

      Things get started this coming Friday when co-hosts Poland (the other is Ukraine) takes on Greece in Warsaw. The first round features other delicious matches, including France vs. England on June 11 and Germany vs. the Netherlands on June 13.

      The best games will come out of Group C because it features Spain, reigning World Cup and European champion, Italy, Ireland and Croatia. Spain vs. Italy on June 10 is the big game, but the bars in New York and Boston will really focus on Italy against Ireland.

      As for who will win it all? Tough one to predict since so many Cinderella teams actually won this thing in the past. My outside choice to make a run is Portugal. If I was a betting man, however, I’d go with Germany. The final will be played July 1 in Kiev.

      The World Cup generated great ratings in the U.S. in 2010 so it will be interesting to see the reception for this tournament.

      Champions League, Euro 2012, European Soccer

      Top 5 Soccer Clubs with Mobile Websites

      May 29, 2012 /

      As a soccer fan, you can stay updated and connected to the latest news and updates on your favorite team directly from your mobile phone. Most soccer clubs have their own websites that are also compatible with mobile phones, and some clubs even have their own apps that you can download to your smartphone to stay updated on scores, stats, and players.

      By visiting the websites of most soccer clubs, you can learn more about your options for downloading soccer apps, or browse the app store, or app market on your phone to download soccer apps.

      Read on to learn more about the top 5 soccer clubs that provide users with mobile websites and apps.

      Barcelona

      Barcelona is currently the top soccer club in the world. In the last five years, Barcelona has participated in the UEFA Champions League finals three times. Barcelona has apps for users with iPhones, iPads, and Android phones. Users with T-Mobile android phones can search and download the Barcelona app directly from their devices.

      Real Madrid

      Read Madrid is ranked as the second top soccer club in the world, and is the only team in all of Europe with 100 goals to date. In addition to allowing fans to download wallpaper, music, games, and videos of the team directly to their smartphone, Real Madrid has a mobile website that allows users to receive updates on their mobile phone. Real Madrid also has apps for Android phones, the iPhone, and the iPad.

      Manchester United

      Manchester United consistently outscore league opponents, and provide their fans with a wealth of mobile options. With theme songs, games, text message updates, and more, Manchester United allows its fans to stay connected to soccer games and updates any way they choose. Users can even subscribe to bundle packages from their mobile phones that provide chants, animations, and wallpapers.

      Juventus

      The Juventus soccer club made it through most of the season with no losses. On the mobile website for Juventus, users can browse stats on their favorite player, and even download a fantasy football app to their smartphone devices. For users with T-Mobile Android phones, you can visit the Android Market, and download Juventus’ mobile tools and apps directly to the phone.

      Manchester City

      Manchester City’s soccer club has a reputation for being one of the most competitive teams in the world. In addition to stats and team scores, Manchester City gives their fans the option to download replays and videos of past games to their mobile devices. To receive media related to the Manchester City soccer club, users can either visit their official website online at a computer, or visit their website directly from their mobile phones.

      Most other soccer clubs in the world also provide their fans with mobile options. With technology forever on the rise, users can even find soccer apps that keep them updated on the latest sports news.

      What are your favorite soccer apps? Do you often frequent a specific mobile soccer website? Share your thoughts with us in the comments section below this article.

      Misc. Soccer

      Manchester City defeats Manchester United

      May 1, 2012 /

      Man City prevails in this epic match.

      The English Premier League did not crown a new champion Monday night, but it sure felt like it.

      Manchester City’s 1-0 triumph over Manchester United could not have been sweeter for the blue half of this city and took the club to within touching distance of a title that would soothe the pain of decades of suffering in the shadows.

      Vincent Kompany’s headed goal in the waning moments of the first half was the difference, but this was the night that City stood tall and dominated a showdown billed as the most important clash in EPL history.

      Anything other than a City win would have effectively handed the crown to United, which went into the game three points clear. Now, with the teams level at the top, City’s superior goal difference means that it will almost certainly become champion if it can get past Newcastle and Queens Park Rangers in its final two games.

      Let’s see if they can close it out.

      European Soccer

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