Written by Rudy Madrigal

Real Madrid's coach Mourinho looks on before his Spanish first division soccer match against Valencia in Madrid

After Real Madrid’s thrilling loss to Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League, Mourinho again hinted that he will be leaving the Bernabeu this summer and possibly heading back to England. During his press conference, he stated that he wants to be in a place where he is wanted (which, according to “The Special One” is England) and that in Spain people hate him. He did not confirm whether or not he will leave yet, saying he will “speak” after the season is over.

I guess Mourinho has forgotten about all the grief he received daily from the English media while he was there and after three years in the Spanish Capital has not gotten used to the media style. However, it’s not just the media that approach things in this manner. The culture there can be very sarcastic and forward.

If he chooses to leave Madrid and head back to England, well, farewell and good riddance, Jose. Just know that you’re not as special as you thought you were.

I’d love to see Vicente del Bosque return the bench for Los Blancos after the next 2014 World Cup. But what to do in the meantime, Rafa Benitez? I mean, he did guide Valencia to the Champions League final two years in a row while at the helm. Just a thought.

 

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Written by Meagan Speck

This is not an ad but an enthusiastic recommendation from Charlotte’s Meagan Speck

Do you ever get so irritated from sliding in your boots and the annoying blisters that shortly follow?

I have a solution that I recently discovered: Trusox. with little non-slip pads, which serve to improve the friction between foot and sock, as well as, sock and boot. Trusox have already made appearances in England’s top flight (Demba Ba and the two Ameobi-brothers), which proves these socks must work. You can now get Trusox in a variety of colors to match your game day attire.

In my opinion, they’re the must have item of the spring.

 

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Written by The 91st

The US continued its strong start at the Four Nations Cup by blasting Sweden 6-0 in La Manga, Spain.

Morgan Marlborough, who will be making her debut for Santa Clara this season as a transfer, led the way with two goals though there was plenty to go around. The US squad will conclude play against England on Monday.

 

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Written by Jahmal Corner


Zlatan Ibrahimovic Amazing Goal ( Sweden Vs… by agim_sw

When you score on a bicycle kick from beyond the box I don’t think the term ‘bicycle kick’ really suffices anymore.

In my opinion, this Zlatan Ibrahimovic wonder strike has to be called a ‘motorcycle kick.’ From 30 yards? Not even a steroid-possessed Lance Armstrong can peddle that fast.

Oh yeah, we should mention that this was just one of Ibrahimovic’s four goals during Sweden’s 4-2 friendly win over England. Is it too late to get this added to FIFA’s top 10?

 

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Written by Jahmal Corner

John Terry just pulled a John Terry. He took a bad situation and somehow made it worse. With the ongoing charges that he racially abused Anton Ferdinand, Terry did what only he (and Lance Armstrong) would: he took his ball and went home.

Want to dog me with these accusations? Fine, I won’t play for England anymore. Nana-na-na-na-naaa!

He thinks he’s making a statement. And he is, it says: I’m an idiot.

Of course, we already knew that. But we also know that Terry has enjoyed a GREAT career which allows him the luxury of being an idiot.

Terry says that the FA has made his position with England ‘untenable’ which is silly considering he’s dealing with an incident that happened for Chelsea.

“I have always given my all and it breaks my heart to make this decision. I want to wish Roy and the team every success for the future.”

(Eye roll) Same to you, Terry. Same to you.

 

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Written by Jahmal Corner

England apparently thinks the World Cup is a pretty important affair. Frank Lampard scored this game-tying goal to give them a 1-1 draw with Ukraine in Cup qualifying, and the nation reacted with collective pandemonium.

Manager Roy Hodgson celebrated like he’d just been named President of the Leprechaun Association, and the fans … well, I haven’t seen the U.K. this excited since William Wallace riled em up with the pregame speech after the jump.

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Written by Jahmal Corner

Our YouTube poet, Spencer Owen, who previously waxed poetic about the EPL has given us another masterpiece as he sums up the Euro Tournament and captures the disappointment in England.

 

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Written by Jahmal Corner

As penalty kicks go, Italy’s tie-breaker against England was a classic session. My favorite part? At 3:25 when Andrea Pirlo pulls off “the floater” against England’s dumbfounded goalkeeper. Love it.

Naturally, there was only one way for Italy to celebrate their dramatic victory … by eating THIS.

 

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Written by Jahmal Corner

Look in the mirror and ask yourself what you did for your country tonight.

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Written by Jahmal Corner

Don’t even try to argue with me. My mind’s made up and it’s no contest. This ludicrous goal from Danny Welbeck is the top score of Euro 2012 thus far.

Never mind that it was the game-winner for England and eliminated Sweden from the competition. The simple fact that he made this adjustment in the matter of a split second and redirected it with the perfect touch is all you need to know.

Take a picture and save it – this is as good as it gets.

 

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