Paging FIFA delegates, paging FIFA delegates… 15 Jul 2015 Those seats had been reserved for FIFA delegates. But hundreds of delegates who were supposed to be in those seat decided to stay away from the Women’s World Cup opener — as it came just days after Swiss and American authorities made arrests of FIFA officials on racketeering and fraud charges.
There when it matters 15 Jul 2015 Montreal is an event town. And that was shown to be true during the Women’s World Cup, where attendances were small for early games not involving the likes of Canada or the United States. But, when the games grew in importance, so did the crowds at Olympic Stadium
Plastic Pitch 6: A look back at the Women’s World Cup, Cyle Larin, Chaim Roserie, Jackson Cup and more! 15 Jul 2015 Now, the issue is finally out, with much of it dedicated to a look back to the biggest soccer tournament ever played on Canadian soil. As well, look for features on Cyle Larin, Chaim Roserie and a look at the history of the Jackson Cup.
America’s Cup 15 Jul 2015 We begin our look back at the 2015 Women’s World Cup with a salute to the champions — this tournament was held on Canadian soil but, by the time the final kicked off, the Americans had made it theirs — on the field and in the stands...
Can FIFA change? 15 Jul 2015 When I read through the indictment from the United States Department of Justice, what was striking wasn’t the amount of money or that votes could allegedly be sold so easily. What was shocking was how little was hidden from plain sight.
Floro inches away from looking like a genius; instead, he’ll be under heavy criticism 14 Jul 2015 Then, the replay; it showed Haber was a step ahead of those three defenders when the ball was struck. The linesman had got the offside call correct. We couldn’t even have the cold solace of a conspiracy theory.
FCE coach Miller laments injury crisis, blasts NASL schedule-maker 13 Jul 2015 “Explain this to me,” said Miller. “We play in Fort Lauderdale Saturday, and tomorrow we’ll be flying through Tampa on the way to San Antonio. Then, we’re back in Tampa on Saturday. How does that make sense? Only in this league does this happen, I guess. I’m not sure about the stadium availability, but how does this happen?”
Quintessentially Canadian Power Rankings, MLS Week 19/NASL Week 13 13 Jul 2015 But, that doesn’t mean the Canadian scene was dead when it comes to the North American first and second divisions. This weekend, Bruno Zebie made his NASL debut, coming on as a sub for FC Edmonton in its 1-1 draw with the Fort Lauderdale Strikers. But, what makes it all the more interesting is that his brother, Allan Zebie, started the game.
Canadian midfielder Mozzi Gyorio launches breach-of-contract lawsuit against Minnesota United, NASL 13 Jul 2015 Canadian midfielder Mozzi Gyorio is suing Minnesota United and the North American Soccer League. The Prince Edward Island-raised Gyorio claims the team breached the terms of the contract, and that the league allowed it to happen.
Does Miller deserve an apology? Comparing Canada’s scorelessness to FCE’s scorefulness 12 Jul 2015 Now, two years later, it’s looking like the cabal of Miller critics owe the man an apology — at least for the criticisms of how he handled the national side. While Canada flounders through another goalless Gold Cup (as Morrissey once sang: Stop me if you think you’ve heard this one before), Miller’s FC Edmonton leads the NASL in goals scored.