32 Results for tournament

Can Rooney live up to expectations?

John Brewin, Soccernet.com

The soccer world sits squarely at Wayne Rooney's feet. But can the central figure in England's World Cup endeavor make the leap into a truly great player?

Story | Conversation | October 07, 2009

From Les Bleus to Les Miserables

Ken Lawrence, ESPN.com

With the French and their star-gazing, love-struck coach Raymond Domenech no longer able to live off their 2006 World Cup renaissance, Les Bleus are increasingly just … blue.

Story | Conversation | October 02, 2009

Burns travels the least beaten path

Ravi Ubha

Colin Burns has traveled an incredible path to fulfill his dream of becoming a professional goalkeeper, writes Ravi Ubha.

Story | Conversation | January 26, 2009

Blatter: Alternate Cup hosts spoken to about replacing South Africa

Associated Press

FIFA president Sepp Blatter has spoken to three countries about hosting the 2010 World Cup if a natural catastrophe forces it away from South Africa.

Story | Conversation | July 09, 2008

Euro 2008 spoiler alert!

David Hirshey and Roger Bennett, Special to Page 2

David Hirshey and Roger Bennett review Germany's win over Portugal and forecast the rest of the tournament.

Story | Conversation | June 20, 2008

You've got Euro questions? We've got answers

David Hirshey and Roger Bennett, Special to Page 2

David Hirshey and Roger Bennett review Euro 2008 so far, and look ahead to the quarterfinals.

Story | Conversation | June 19, 2008

Two-footed tackle: Weekend review and the group of death

David Hirshey and Roger Bennett, Special to Page 2

David Hirshey and Roger Bennett review the weekend's openers and eye Monday's matches.

Story | Conversation | June 09, 2008

What's the big deal about David Beckham?

Jon Carter, ESPNsoccernet

It's unsure what kind of impact he will have in America, but in David Beckham, MLS will have the most recognizable face in soccer in their corner, writes Jon Carter

Story | Conversation | July 12, 2007

Champions League final redo

Jen Chang

So, this Wednesday most of Europe will be tuned in to watch the Champions League final between Liverpool and AC Milan in Athens (2.30 p.m. ET, ESPN2)....

Blog Entry | Conversation | May 21, 2007

Too early to call Ronaldo world great - Pele

Cristiano Ronaldo needs to stay at his peak for another two years before he can be called one of the world's greatest players, according to Pele.

Story | Conversation | April 19, 2007

Howard happy with permanent move to Everton

Associated Press

Tim Howard is happy to have found a home with Everton, one that puts him in position to compete for the starting job on the U.S. national team as the 2010 World Cup approaches.

Story | Conversation | February 23, 2007

What's the big deal about David Beckham?

Jon Carter, ESPNsoccernet

It's unsure what kind of impact he will have in America, but in David Beckham, MLS will have the most recognizable face in soccer in their corner, writes Jon Carter

Story | Conversation | January 12, 2007

Marginalized take center stage at Homeless World Cup

Associated Press

Nearly 500 drug addicts, alcoholics, orphans and vagrants kicked off the Homeless World Cup soccer tournament Sunday.

Story | Conversation | September 24, 2006

Americans to keep an eye on

Andrew Winner

With the promotion of Reading and Watford to the English Premier League this season, there's an abundance of American talent playing abroad to follow, writes Andrew Winner.

Story | Conversation | August 19, 2006

Shortlisting potential replacements

Kristian Dyer

With Bruce Arena's status still undetermined, it's time to begin sifting through the list of potential new coaches, writes Kristian Dyer.

Story | Conversation | July 02, 2006