Week 1: Apertura Tournament
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So week one is in the bag. Games of interest were the Chivas vs Cruz Azul, Santos vs America.
In the Chivas vs Cruz Azul game, it was going to be interesting how new GK Sergio Rodriquez was going to handle the pressure of his new role as the replacement for injured Luis Michel. So the first thing he does is block an early Penalty. What a way to start off your first whole game in 1st division. Chivas went on to score off a set piece by Gonzo Pineda, then CA came back with a tying goal. Chivas returned with another goal by Omar Arellano off an excellent pass down the middle. Omar reacted with his recently typical celebration of pointing at his name/number 9 on the back of his jersey. Towards the end of the game, CA went on the attack with many dangerous situations. They finally tied it up in stoppage time by a goal from Zeballos.
In the America vs Santos game, America goes up 3-0 by 2 goals from Cabanas and 1 from Insua, who made a nice return. Guillermo Ochoa made some great saves throughout the whole game but toward the end Santos scored two, to make a slight comeback.
Pumas vs Necaxa, Dante Lopez debuted with his first goal in the Mexican league as Pumas won 2-0. Paco Palencia went out with an injury.
Tigres vs Pachuca tied at 0s. Tigres not looking good for relegation. Speaking of that Indios lost to Tecos.
Atlas vs Jaguares, was a blow out. Bofo got a red card for a undeserved elbow. It was a bit exaggerated by the Atlista. Some really bad reffing and some bad play by Jaguares led to this score. Not to take away a pretty good game by newcomer Botinelli for Atlas.
Atlante beat a Toluca without Zinha 2-1.
San Luis and Morelia tied at 1s, as well as Puebla and Monterrey.
A lot of goals scored and pretty entertaining games. Sergio Rodriguez impressed, Memo Ochoa did also, JP Rodriguez scored a very nice goal for Santos. Very good 1st Week.
Here are some highlights from the America Game.
Category: Mexico Football League
Superliga truly meets Micky Mouse
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Other than some terrible referee work the Chivas elimination against Atlante is an outrage!
Ok, not really but this is a team in Atlante who got smoked by Houston. Chivas beat Houston, but are now out of the tournament. They also lose the services of Luis Michel in the goal after a vicious kick to the arm. Fracture apparently and he is out for the season.
But the kicker is the following:
Chivas Coach asked Suerliga officials to confirm where his team stood on qualifying to the next round before the Atlante game. He was told that they would have to lose by 3 or 4 goals to be eliminated. Later Chivas was told a different story, while the game was on, and Efrain Flores was able to notify his team that whoever won, would pass to the next round. So he had to make changes and his plan to rest some players was then turned into an error. Later, Superliga coordinators said they were sorry but too little too late.
The lack of organization, and quality referees is amazing. Hopefully this years tourney is the last.
Category: Team NewsSuperliga: July 15, 2008 Matches
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Houston vs Chivas — 0-1 Chivas
This was a hard fought match. Houston playing tough on the defense, rough, bodying up on Chivas players. The field was a total mess, looked like a part beach soccer match. Houston had plenty of chances, finishing was just not there. Chivas keeper, Michel, did play a great game and blocked many shots that were sure goals. He was congratulated after the game by the Telefutura on field rep, it looked like a little kid meeting his most greatest idol.
Some funny things in the game were how upset the Dynamo coach got when Omar Arellano scored the winning goal. It had been a good game by Houston and to all of a sudden be losing, must have been tragic for them. I guess especially for Waibel, because off a set piece, he totally trained over Reynoso from behind, almost sending him face first into the nice beach sand. Then he immediately pointed the other way as if to pass the blame. Im sure he was a little bit upset, but why not just accept you did that on purpose.
The ref from Surinam was horrible
DC United vs Atlante — 2-3 Atlante
You know its bad if you lose to the team that just got spanked 4-0 by Houston a few nights ago. DC United got beat by a better playing Atlante team, and a Golazo from “el Hobbit” Bermudez. So DCU is out of Superliga, Atlante redeemed themselves a little, lets get on with it.
Tonight, are the next 2 matches, so stay tuned
Category: Team NewsSuperliga 2008: 1st Round
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Chivas vs DC United — 1-0 Chivas
This game was a funny one. DCU had troubles with a throw in, at one point. Then light troubles which delayed the game. Good old RFK. Hit 2 posts from good individual plays, one from Emilio, then another one from McTavish, where he fumbled the ball and it came back to him for the shot on goal. Towards the end of the game, an iffy foul resulted in a PK for DCU to tie the game, but Michel made a good guess and stopped the shot, saving the win for Chivas.
Chivas had some ok play, Ramoncito played out of contract and had the assist for goal. A similar play had occurred prior but was closer to goal and the DCU keeper came out to stop the attempt. Omar Arellano received the ball from Ramon to take it past the keeper and put it into the net. Next goal came from Gonzo Pineda off a free kick that wasn’t to much in the angle, but enough to beat the DCU keeper.
Atlante vs Houston — *-0 Houston
This game was a discgrace on the part of Atlante, 2 quick goals to start, in total 4. Atlante was frustrated, then got in a scuffle with De Rosario, and got them both sent off. Terrible game by Atlante and some good finishing by Houston.
Santos vs New England — 1-0 New England
This match featured the recent FMF champions, Santos Laguna. They seemed to get good opportunities throughout, even with 1 man down, but couldn’t capitalize. New England got 1 goal and that was all that was needed. Chato Rodriguez got sent of with another questionable red card. Maybe he got an elbow in there.
Pachuca vs Chivas USA — 2-1 Pachuca
This match featured some more botched penalty kicks, this time by Claudio Suarez. I dont know why he was taking a PK in the first place. Some bad defense then resulted in a Ante Rasov goal. Pachuca would make the comeback with goals from Bruno Marioni and Gabriel Caballero.
Pachuca hopes to repeat as champions and they are off on the right start. Houston is as well, but Chivas is looking good with strong youth player. I still think Santos has it in them to take this thing, but these MLS teams are doing good, so we wait tomorrow and see.
Category: Team NewsVergara and co., Sign Ramon Morales now!
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So Ramon Morales is not under contract and its getting closer to playing time. Superliga is Sunday. Ramon will travel with the team, but hopes to sign a contract for 3 years before the 1st match.
Chivas big wigs, Jorge Vergara and company, want to give him a 1 year contract. Yes Ramoncito is getting old. I say the pay some respect to the Chivas Captain and give him what he wants. His experience and poise is very valuable to the organization and a good influence on the Chivas youth that are coming up in the system.
Do it, Jorge, Do it!
Category: Player NewsSuper Liga is near.
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So MLS gets another shot at Mexican Clubs in this years SuperLiga. Schedule is as such:
Saturday July 12
Chivas vs DC United
Atlante vs Dynamo
Sunday July 13
Santos vs New England
Pachuca vs Chivas USA
I will hopefully get to attend the 2 games in Houston, being Atlante and Chivas vs Dynamo. If so, pics will be forthcoming.
As far as these matchups, I would have to say that Santos looks to be the strong team, I would say Chivas also, but they lost Omar. This is all pre-season so its hard to tell what the lineups will be. We may see youth play vs the MLSers, but I’m sure regular starters will be in there as a win is in the plans. MLS is in mid season so there is an advantage for their side, as well as playing only in the USA. I believe the stat is MLS teams have never beat a Mexican team in Mexico.
I also hear that America rejected the opportunity to attend this years tourney. I guess they have better things to do, like a friendly in Austin vs Toluca, where I hope to be as well.
Category: PlayoffsSergio Avila vs Alfredo Moreno
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A little battle of words.
Its all about the Chivas vs America rivalry.
Started by the new Americanista, Alfredo Moreno, then responded to by Sergio “Gaucho” Avila from Chivas. Alfredo, newly arrived at America, stating that he was basically glad to be in the Best team in Mexico, etc. Innocent I guess.
Then recently Sergio Avila, from Chivas, responds and basically says, “look at the stats”, then you will see who is the better team. Sergio keeps on, by implying that Moreno needs to get informed and states that because he just arrived to the team, he wants to gain the approval of the fans.
Category: Player NewsToo much Love for the Red and White!
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Gonzalo Pineda was supposed to go to Atlante, it was in the Draft and everything. The move motivated by Efrain Flores, the Chivas Head Coach. This may end up causing problems for Gonzalo as he will have to prove himself to Flores and earn his spot on the starting lineup. Flores wanted the move for some reason.
Talk has even occurred about Gonzalo possibly being sent to Primera A. Gonzalo has stated if that happens, that he will gladly go and compete and give his all. What a guy. Passing up going to Cancun to party, err I mean play and give your best effort, he chooses Chivas love and rojiblanco passion.
Nice.
Category: Player NewsPlayer Categories [Humor]
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Ok, so we all know about Oswaldo getting arrested. Mexican fans laugh, while US fans throw hate. Eddie Johnson is probably glad, one of the few things he can be glad about lately, but lets stick on topic. This post is about cliques, groups, players and their friends.
Here we have two groups, the Northern Mexico/Guadalajara/Euro group and the Southern/Mexico City group.
Oswaldo and his band include Andres Guardado (Atlas), Ricardo Osorio, Jonny Magallon, Carlos Salcido and Patricio Araujo. These dudes are the scandalous ones that got Oswaldo thrown in the can. They are all friends and most have played in Guadalajara or northern Mexico. Not included is Borgetti. Hes an older guy, maybe more mature, so he goes to sleep early. So these are the party boys, listening to jaming music such as Banda el Recodo or La arrolladora Banda Limon. The stress from playing a game prevents them from sleeping so they pass their time, listening to music and causing a ruckus. In a recent podcast, the comment was made, if Chucho Ramirez were to discipline them, that they would just say, step aside Mr. Interim. We run the team!
The peaceful, that went to sleep were, Adrian Aldrete, Carlos Vela and Hector Moreno.
The Mexico City band or “Fresas” are Gerardo Torrando, Guillermo Ochoa, Cesar Villaluz, Julio Dominguez, Oscar Rojas, Fernando Arce and Gonzo Pineda (Pumas). It is said that these groups are very separate and go their own way as friends.
The loners are Sinha, Aaron Galindo and Luis Perez.
Then the couples are Cuauhtemoc and Nery Castillo. This was evident in Copa America.
Interensting no?
Category: Player NewsMexican League: Draft 2008
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Underway now is the Draft 2008 for the Mexican Soccer League. Very interesting.
You can stay tuned for the latest transfers at the following website
Category: Transfers and Player Movement
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