Angel in the Outfield
After the LA Galaxy made David Beckham an offer he couldn't refuse there were rumors swirling in America that MLS was going to be signing several "global name" players. At one point Alexi Lalas actually had me believing that the entire Barcelona squad was thinking of relocating just for the opportunity to compete against one of the greatest 3 clubs on the planet: LA Galaxy.
Indeed, around the time Becks pulls on the Galaxy's newly rebranded shirt, Club America legend Cuahtemoc Blanco will be joining Chicago Fire which could be the start of a decent rivalry. Albeit a short lived one given the age of the players. But it needs to be noted that Colombus Crew signed Boca Juniors' Barros Scheletto - a player I admittedly know little about other than he was supposedly great in the Argentine league. Also, New York Red Bull pulled Juan Pablo Angel away from Aston Villa to join their squad this summer. Seems Mr. Angel finally wanted to be able to say he played for a big club during his career. In all fairness, Angel has run hot and cold during his time at Villa. But for me, when he's been hot, he's a fantastic player. Serious, Vein of Form predicts double digit goals from him.
Oh, and if you're keeping score at home Angel is the second player NYRB signed that falls under the "Designated Player" category. Apparently ex-USA National Team captain Claudio Reyna took that other spot. Considering Reyna couldn't get a look in at Manchester City - a side mired in the relegation battle most of the season - I can't understand how he should be designated anything beyond washed up.
Finally, the aforementioned Alexi Lalas has extended an offer to Zidane. Now this is a deal VoF can support. Zidane would be an instant cult hero if he came to America. I know people that can't stand soccer but LOVE this guy for headbutting an opponent to defend the honor of either his sister, mother, ethnicity or all of the above. Not only that but I think he could play until he's 40 in MLS and still be the best player on the pitch. The curious will come see Beckham play and maybe come again. The true soccer fan in America, those knowledgable and passionate will come out in droves to see Zidane. Without question he is the best player I've watched during my life. MLS isn't heading the way of the NASL by signing these aging players. Nope. They've been far too cautious to allow that to happen. The league is several years away - and from the looks of the stadium attendance, several thousand fans - from being a lure for top global talent in its prime.
Either way, I'll take a Zidane at any age, on any day and gladly pay to see him play. HAHA!
Indeed, around the time Becks pulls on the Galaxy's newly rebranded shirt, Club America legend Cuahtemoc Blanco will be joining Chicago Fire which could be the start of a decent rivalry. Albeit a short lived one given the age of the players. But it needs to be noted that Colombus Crew signed Boca Juniors' Barros Scheletto - a player I admittedly know little about other than he was supposedly great in the Argentine league. Also, New York Red Bull pulled Juan Pablo Angel away from Aston Villa to join their squad this summer. Seems Mr. Angel finally wanted to be able to say he played for a big club during his career. In all fairness, Angel has run hot and cold during his time at Villa. But for me, when he's been hot, he's a fantastic player. Serious, Vein of Form predicts double digit goals from him.
Oh, and if you're keeping score at home Angel is the second player NYRB signed that falls under the "Designated Player" category. Apparently ex-USA National Team captain Claudio Reyna took that other spot. Considering Reyna couldn't get a look in at Manchester City - a side mired in the relegation battle most of the season - I can't understand how he should be designated anything beyond washed up.
Finally, the aforementioned Alexi Lalas has extended an offer to Zidane. Now this is a deal VoF can support. Zidane would be an instant cult hero if he came to America. I know people that can't stand soccer but LOVE this guy for headbutting an opponent to defend the honor of either his sister, mother, ethnicity or all of the above. Not only that but I think he could play until he's 40 in MLS and still be the best player on the pitch. The curious will come see Beckham play and maybe come again. The true soccer fan in America, those knowledgable and passionate will come out in droves to see Zidane. Without question he is the best player I've watched during my life. MLS isn't heading the way of the NASL by signing these aging players. Nope. They've been far too cautious to allow that to happen. The league is several years away - and from the looks of the stadium attendance, several thousand fans - from being a lure for top global talent in its prime.
Either way, I'll take a Zidane at any age, on any day and gladly pay to see him play. HAHA!
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