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Brazilian Dreams Come True

BASD - April 26, 2009:  With the fold of the Women’s United Soccer Association (WUSA) after the 2003 season, many women soccer players through out the world lost the opportunity to play.....MORE


FC Gold Pride Suffer First Loss to LA Sol

SANTA CLARA, CA – Sunday, April 19, 2009 – FC Gold Pride suffered the team’s first-ever loss and was shut out for the first time in franchise history by Marta and the Los Angeles Sol on Sunday afternoon on the road at the Home Depot Center in Carson, Calif....MORE


FC Gold Pride Face Marta & LA Sol

BASD (April 16): So far in this short inaugural WPS season Brazilian sensation Marta and her Los Angeles Sol team is a perfect 2-0.....MORE


FC Gold Pride Ties Sky Blue FC

SOMERSET, NJ (April 11, 2009)- The Jersey skies cleared over TD Bank Ballpark before the 7:45 p.m. ET start of FC Gold Pride’s second match of the season and first-ever road game against Sky Blue FC.  The teams battled to a 1-1 tie in front of a crowd of 2,735 on Saturday night.....MORE


Pride Edge Breakers in Home Opener

SANTA CLARA, CA (April 5, 2009) –  For the FC Gold Pride you couldn't of asked for a better season opener.  It was a beautiful sunny day with a crowd of 6,459 on hand at Buck Shaw Stadium in Santa Clara, CA witnessing their beloved FC Gold Pride taking on the Boston Breakers....MORE


 

Pride Shut out Bay Area All Stars

SAN FRANCISCO, CA (March 21, 2009) – FC Gold

 Pride earned a 3-0 victory over the Bay Area Select All-Stars in the team’s final public match before the....MORE


 

Pride Sign Erica & Sinclair

SANTA CLARA, CA- FEBRUARY 26, 2009- FC Gold Pride, Bay Area franchise of Women’s Professional Soccer (WPS) announced today, the signing of Canadian Soccer Association (CSA) women’s all-time leading goal scorer, Christine Sinclair and Brazil’s young talent, Erika...... MORE


Pride Sign Osborne & Barnhart

SANTA CLARA, CA (February 26, 2009) – FC Gold Pride continues to solidify its roster, adding two U.S. National Team players today with the announcement that Nicole Barnhart and Leslie Osborne have agreed to terms. ......MORE


 

Pride Sign Formiga

 

SANTA CLARA, CA- January 4, 2009- FC Gold Pride, the Bay Area franchise of Women's Professional Soccer announced today the signing of Brazilian Soccer standout Formiga, to a one-year contract......READ


 

Bay Area WPS Team Goes Brazilian Twice

The Bay Area team of the new Women’s Professional Soccer league doesn’t currently have a name or place to call their home field, but what they do have are committed owners, two outstanding coaches and a roster that looks to do some damage once they start play come April 2009......>MORE 


 

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"Live The Dream"

It takes more than just having a dream to reach a high level of success in life.  Hard work, dedication, sacrifice and even a bit of luck are all key components that can help you reach the highest MORE>

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Sissi - The Queen of Soccer

Many of the greatest soccer players in the world have worn the jersey number 10.  In the history of soccer,  names like Diego Maradona, Pele, Zinedine Zidane and Ronaldinho are known worldwide as some of the finest players with a ball at their feet.  Another player...MORE>


MARTA OF BRAZIL :     Marta of BrBrazil's forward Marta is taken down by Sweden's goalkeeper Sofia Lundgrenazil is just pure joy to watch.  Watch her amazing goal against the US in the Women's World Cup:  Photo: AP/PTI ...........CLICK HERE-->YouTube - Brazil Marta Amazing Goal vs USA (World Cup China)


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Today's news last edited by Rich Fernandez
 on 01/07/2010 09:40:27 AM

 

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"Brazilian Soccer Dreams Come True"

 

 

"Sissi A Perfect 10"

Taken from the Bay Area Sports Drive Magazine- March-April 2008 Issue

By:  Rich Fernandez

 

 

PHOTOS

Landon Donovan joins Everton

 

 

Juventus will face Aston Villa in the Peace Cup final after defeating Ronaldo and Real Madrid 2-1 on Friday.

Daniel Alves scored late to give Brazil a 1-0 win over South Africa and a place in the Confederations Cup final.

80,000 Real Madrid fans gave Cristiano Ronaldo a roaring welcome following his record transfer from Man United.

Photo Galleries

        ERIKA          FORMIGA            ADRIANE 

Pride vs Sol:       Photo Gallery#1

 Pride vs Sol:        Photo Gallery #2

Pride vs St. Louis:   PHOTO GALLERY


Four-star Marta makes history

Marta tells FIFA.com all about how it feels to have won her fourth FIFA Women’s .....VIDEO

Lionel MESSI (ARG)

Lionel Messi received the FIFA World Player Award ...VIDEO

Cristiano RONALDO (POR)

Cristiano Ronaldo picked up the inaugural FIFA ....VIDEO

 

Sissi, before Marta, helped show her Brazil soccer wasn't just a man's game

(The Daily Breeze) Before lining up to play, the American soccer star had to do a double take. Staring across the field, she watched as one of her opponents performed some jaw-dropping stunts.....MORE

Today's Soccer Updated New

Thursday, January 7, 2010

FIFA and International News

Donovan hopes Everton 'will keep me sharp'

Mourinho lauds Inter's character

Giroud will not join Celtic

International matches in 2009- 850 men’s matches and 304 women’s matches

Hull strike pair set to leave

Diouf in the frame for Fergie

Beckham dreaming of world return

The games that never were

Baffoe- I'm incredibly proud

Sydney swoop for Foxe

Striking dilemma looms for Diego

Higuain wants long Real stay

Essien recovery boosts Ghana

Conte resigns from Atlanta post

ESPN to unveil 3-D television network in 2010

Indonesia confident of funding for 2022 bid

Bierhoff says Germany can win World Cup

Messi wins FIFA World Player of the Year

New Zealand eyes luxury World Cup resort

Driver drank before crash that hurt Davies

Rangers- U.S. hopeful Beasley will play plenty

 

 

Womens Professional Soccer, Earthquakes, MLS

Red Bulls name Backe head coach

West notes- Draft approaches vary

Braun's progress shown in camp invite

Upgrades have Dallas on right track

United introduce Onalfo as head coach

Pontius relishing national team call-up

Generation adidas rosters completed

Benitez looking forward to new season

MLS Cup to continue at neutral site

Sounders FC News & Notes- Jan. 6

MLS Newsstand -- Jan. 6, 2010

D.C. names Olsen, two others assistants

10 -- When you consider the credentials of the players on Sky Blue FC, it is no wonder they captured the 2009 WPS crown...

10 -- Join fellow Pride Fans and WPS Enthusiasts on Facebook next Monday, January 11 for a live chat with FC Gold Pride Head Coach Albertin Montoya...

10 -- A few years ago, a senior standout such as USC's Blakely Mattern would have finished the 12 credit hours remaining to earn her degree in international business during the spring semester...


 Sunday, December 20, 2009

Womens Professional Soccer, Earthquakes, MLS

Fire flame out short of ultimate goals

West notes- Rapids on mend

Donovan close to Everton loan

Sounders FC focus on strength program

FCD's Burse made most of opportunity

Donovan close to Everton loan

Fire flame out short of ultimate goals

West notes- Rapids on mend

09 -- The Boston Breakers announced they will face off against the expansion Philadelphia Independence in their opening home game of the 2010 WPS season...

Christine Sinclair named Canadian Female Player of the Year for Fifth Consecutive Year

FC Gold Pride Announces New Home Stadium for 2010 and Beyond

Pride Adds Vilmar Marques to Coaching Staff

 

FIFA and International News

New Zealand eyes luxury World Cup resort

Driver in U.S. soccer player crash was drinking

Antic extends Serbia contract after success

Rangers- U.S. hopeful Beasley will play plenty

U.S. to play at Netherlands in warm-up March 3

FIFA- No suspect bets on suspended ref's game

U.S. No. 14 in FIFA rankings; Spain still No. 1

With 4-year deal, Donovan gets shot at EPL loan

France official calls for Domenech departure

U.S. to face Honduras in January warm-up

Mapping the World Cup

Juve crash to Catania

Wolves see off Burnley

Hughes- I had no warning

Hearts down 10-man Celtic

Fergie fears for fragile United

Team of the Year Spain stay top

A Gala evening in store

Diego- I'm loving life at Juve

South Africa's fine 2009

Diego- I'm loving life at Juve

Messi- End the year in style

 


Tuesday November 10, 2009

Womens Professional Soccer, Earthquakes, MLS

Celebrating MLS, a world away

Dynamo must employ all-around effort

Makeover gives Quakes hope for future

Five big questions for San Jose

Thorrington leaves mystery ailment in past

Galaxy turn attention to Dynamo

FC Dallas re-signs midfielder McCarty

Wizards keep Vermes as manager

KICKIN' BACK with Jeff Cunningham

Bradley names US roster for friendlies

Donovan comes through for Galaxy

 

FIFA and International News

Dunne criticises Domenech ahead of play-off

Injured Johnson withdraws from England squad

Police confirm death of Germany keeper Enke

Barcelona cash woe scuppers Robinho deal

Obertan eyes regular place, turns heat on Nani

Valdano backs Real coach after Copa defeat

Ronaldo ruled out of Portugal World Cup playoff

Lampard ready to test credentials against Brazil

Crouch- I'll behave myself to get to World Cup

Ballack- Chelsea troubles have strengthened spirit

Injury problems mount for troubled boss Benitez

Johnson confident of turnaround despite injuries

David Davies calls for drastic reforms in the game

West Ham's Davenport denies assaulting sister

Peterbrough confirm exit of Ferguson junior

Maradona to face FIFA hearing over outburst

 

 


Tuesday September 30, 2009

Womens Professional Soccer, Earthquakes, MLS

Quakes' Weber makes most of debut

Weekly update- Celebrating Huckerby

Quakes' road winless streak ends in DC

Quakes rally to down United

Toronto FC brand strength honored

First XI- Surprises in 2009

LA, Chicago meet looking to clinch

Seattle veterans point way in stretch run

CCL result forces Crew to tweak lineup

Agressiveness keeping Rapids afloat

Fire turn attention to playoff positioning

Toronto FC brand strength honored

Speaking about MLS with Blanco

West notes- Success for rebuilding clubs

East notes- TFC's road woes eased

WPS Free Agency Opens- Off-season Player Transactions Underway

Rodriguez traded to Philadelphia Independence

W-League Combine Comes to a Close

Marta and Cristiane will compete in first-ever Female Libertadores Cup

W-League Combine- Saturday

Pride Exercises 2010 Options of Six More Players

 

FIFA and International News

Duo recalled for Ukraine qualifiers

Van Gaal- Robben injury is serious

Terry takes heart in Blues response

Next week on FIFA.com

Owen hits injury strife

Who will reign in Egypt-

Uruguay 3-0 Uzbekistan

Korea Republic 1-1 Germany

USA 4-1 Cameroon

Milan slump, English clubs prevail

Porto add to Atletico woe

Brazil, Czechs, UAE reach last 16

Emirates fly into the last 16

Carrick and Giggs fire United

Ronaldo does it again for Real

Ballack- I really want titles

Sabah living the dream


 

Saturday September 5, 2009

Womens Professional Soccer, Earthquakes, MLS

Alvarez could be big for El Salvador

Pitchkolan ready to return to active duty

Quakes' Da Silva waiting his turn

Weekly Update- Friendly schedule

Glen, Elliott earn national team call-ups

Quakes lose touch in second half

Quakes road woes continue

Revived Quakes head east for Revs

Five-a-side- Sink or swim for Sounders FC-

Donovan on brink of smashing US records

US looks for redemption vs. El Salvador

Revolution look to sweep homestand

United ready for key match in Dallas

Toronto's playoff hopes float in thin air

Fire seek stop-gap help in defense

Veterans lead Galaxy's charge

Chivas' Braun returns to practice field

 

FIFA and International News

2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa™

Msowoya the hero for Malawi

Birmingham dealt Jerome blow

Toshack- Collins a future Wales captain

Terry dismisses fitness concerns

Pas-Hamedan off the mark

Fabio Capello interview

USA 2-3 Brazil

Cameroon at the 1990 FIFA ...

Kakuta- DRC decision reached

Argentina squad set for Brazil epic

Who has been the best signing-

Big names face decisive duels

Keane confident of beating Cyprus

Zheng gets work permit

T&T emblem launch draws stars

Yorke calls it a day

Wear your colours with pride

Hitzfeld- Otto is a clever coach

Simeone- I feared myself the most

 

Maradona- It's a dream come true

 

 

 

Sunday August 16, 2009

Womens Professional Soccer, Earthquakes, MLS

In second year, Quakes stuck in place

Quakes trade Cochrane to Dynamo

Glen maturing at San Jose

Quakes host FC Barcelona practice

Sky Blue FC Wins WPS First Round Playoff Game

Sky Blue FC advance to WPS Super Semifinal with 2-1 win over the Freedom

Beckham's red puts Donovan into fray

Sounders FC regain mojo in LA victory

Chivas end club-record scoring drought

Crew roll Dallas for fifth consecutive win

Sounders FC top Galaxy in heated game

Crew roll Dallas for fifth consecutive win

RSL, Dynamo post scoreless draw

FC Dallas can't steal point on road

Crew top FCD, push win streak to five

Chivas snap five-game losing streak

The last professional women's soccer league in the US, the Women's United Soccer Association, lasted only

Kathryn L. Knapp and Christa Mann debate the first WPS playoff game between the Washington Freedom and

Washington forward Abby Wambach became the first player to collect her third...

Women's Professional Soccer kicks off its unique playoff format with a first-round match on Saturday.

Breakers season comes to a end

Alex Scott- Thats it folks

Ten Questions with Jorge Barcellos

Tales of Woe- Ousted teams look forward

At home, soccer player fields a big team - SJ Mercury Story on Sissi

 

FIFA and International News

Maradona- It's a dream come true

Bassong on song for debut

Bassong heads Spurs past Reds

'Gladbach double finishes Hertha

Beckham sees red in LA

Ferguson- Ferdinand out for two weeks

Four-star PSV edge Ajax

Cambiasso to undergo surgery

Rooney tap-in enough for United

Terry- Chelsea unity will be key

Home calling for Cicinho

Capello angered by careless England

Real pleased by Sociedad success

Van Gaal content despite draw

Happy birthday to you!

Gala maintain perfect start

Arsenal run riot at Goodison

Stuttgart overcome spirited newcomers

Barca coach salutes Robson


Sunday August 2, 2009

Womens Professional Soccer, Earthquakes, MLS

At home, soccer player fields a big team - SJ Mercury Story on Sissi

Athletica clinch second place with 1-0 win over Breakers

Sol Prepares for Championship while Red Stars Hope to End Strong

Kate Markgraf Blog- Thanks for the Reunion

Ten Questions with Jorge Barcellos

The Washington Freedom-An Insider Look

A Playoff Spot on the Line, Athletica vs. Breakers

The WPS Playoff Picture

Local soccer fans get rare glimpse of superstar

Sky Blue FC coach quits abruptly; Christie Rampone to serve as player-coach

DiCicco Rips W.P.S. Officials...Again

Marta to the cause- Brazil star living the American dream as she closes in on glorious end to inaugural WPS

WPS Brazilian battle- Red Stars' Cristiane vs. L.A. Sol's Marta

MARTA EXCLUSIVE- I have the skill to play in men's game - people say I'm like Ronaldinho

Five-a-side- Staying in MLS

Galaxy familiar with Barcelona's bite

Wayward forwards' return boosts Dynamo

Chivas not taking break lying down

Wizards trying to stay strong on road

Fire whole again for crucial stretch

Nicol calls on Revs defense to step up

Crew's Rogers ends summer ritual

Fire face Real in first '09 meeting

Real Salt Lake hungry to show more

Galaxy familiar with Barcelona's bite

Injury news mixed for Earthquakes

Hyndman hoping FCD rallies together

FC Dallas wishes Cooper success

Depth buoys Rapids in tough month

National team experience helps Pause

Ljungberg recovering from migraine

Galaxy's Donovan wins Player of the Month

Wizards, FCD get together in Dallas

Seattle seeks season sweep of Quakes

Dynamo, United meet in marquee clash

MLS suspends and fines Real SL coach Kreis

 

 

FIFA and International News

Barca coach salutes Robson

Dzeko pens contract extension with Wolfsburg

Robinho reveals sorrow at Elano's Man City exit

Beckham to face fans and Barcelona Saturday

Evra- United doesn't need Ronaldo to succeed

Barcelona bigwig backs MLS salary cap model

Sir Bobby Robson loses long battle with cancer

Zenit striker Pogrebnyak close Stuttgart switch

Mutu ordered to pay compensation to Chelsea

Sir Alex, Capello lead tributes to Bobby Robson

Spurs striker Bent apologizes for Twitter attack

Wenger considers re-signing Vieira to Gunners

Doping case against Barca's coach reopened

Chief exec unfazed by state of Premier League

Torres- We'd really miss fab Xabi

Arsenal's Rosicky picks up injury

Mexico edges Costa Rica in penalties


Friday July 24, 2009

Womens Professional Soccer, Earthquakes, MLS

Can Boston break Sky Blue FC’s dominance-

On the brink- Athletica hosts FC Gold Pride Sunday on FSC

The WPS Playoff Picture

FC Gold Pride takes positives away from scoreless tie vs Sol

Sol happy to clinch Regular Season title, but not satisfied

Sol capture 2009 WPS Regular Season title

Keeping the Chicago Red Stars "Kicking"

FC Gold Pride Reaches Out to Community Through P.L.A.Y with Pride Youth Camps

Fabiana to Appear at Cambridge Health Alliance Open House

Teri Kozlowski Named Red Stars Mom of the Year

Ex-Everton star Gabriel attending training

FC Dallas unable to put away RSL

RSL flip switch in remarkable finish

RSL come back for dramatic victory

Revs' Ralston ready for tough test

United seek second road win in SJ

Seattle braces for another tough test

TFC seek first win against Columbus

Sanchez gives Quakes stability

Five-a-side- Gold Cup success

Gordon healthy, comfortable in LA

 

FIFA and International News

Mexico edges Costa Rica in penalties

Maradona- Argentina are playing for their lives

Beckham fined for conduct towards Galaxy fan

Preseason injury setback for Man Utd skipper

Shootout save sends Mexico to Gold Cup final

City fans must wait a while for taste of Tevez

Reds' Gerrard cleared by court

Espanyol in talks to cancel defender's contract

Chelsea boss firm on JT stance

Galaxy hope to put Beckham controversy aside

United fight back for friendly win against Seoul

Salt Lake aims for home victory against Dallas

Granero accepted pay cut to join Real Madrid

Crew aiming for MLS record without star striker

United needs rare away win against San Jose

Bolivian coach quits after debuting pre-teen son

Cesc is Barcelona's back-up plan

Barca move human nature for Cesc

Man, u stink

Identity Theft

TRECKER- U.S. back into the final

Reds star Gerrard- I was wrong

Agent- Man Utd aren't in for Zlatan


Friday July 17, 2009

Womens Professional Soccer, Earthquakes, MLS

Surging Saint Louis faces Washington on Saturday

2009 WPS All-Star Game Voting Begins Online

Flyin' Hawaiian- Ali Lipsher Profile

Scorching the nets- Sky Blue FC, Freedom tie, 4-4

Hucles Leads Boston as Breakers hold on in second half to defeat Red Stars

Bleacher Report- WPS Power Rankings - Week 16

Cristiane selected Week 16 WPS Player of the Week

WPS Weekly - Tuesday, July 14, 2009

Atlanta Beat Announces Head Coach

Lauletta's League Lowdown- Hats Off to Cristiane

10 Questions with Jorge Barcellos

Ella Masar Blog- Anaiah Senae

One-on-One with Jillian Loyden

Five-a-side- Summer transfer talk

Fire's McBride undergoes surgery

Beckham brings confidence to Galaxy

Fire's 'crazy week' continues Saturday

Chivas emphasizing attacking style

Crew trying to make MLS history

Five-a-side- Summer transfer talk

Campos predicts playoffs for RSL

Reds looking to keep up momentum

Act two for Fire, Quakes

Galaxy mix well with returning Beckham

Red Bulls' frustration continues to grow

Los Angeles Sol One Win Away from WPS Regular Season Title

 

FIFA and International News

Bayern could lay FIFA complaint against Real

Utd scraps Jakarta tie after blasts

Real's Casillas hopes club to build from 'within'

Valencia coach adamant Villa staying with club

Walcott- Arsenal must do the dirty work to win

Revolution GK- Becks' return to L.A. distracting

New City man Tevez rejected Real Madrid offer

Arshavin calm over Adebayor's Gunners future

Juve skipper Del Piero signs contract extension

Beckham goes 70 in MLS return as L.A. wins

Reds' Gerrard eyeing glory

Sir Alex- Rooney will carry Man United's attack

West Ham cleared by inquiry into Tevez move

New Barca back Maxwell completes medical

AC Milan confident Pirlo will remain at the club

Agent- Man Utd aren't in for Zlatan

U.S. to meet Panama in quarterfinals

2009 CONCACAF Gold Cup Central

U.S. draw with Haiti wins Group B

PHOTOS- Gold Cup - Group C

Becks- Terry won't make City switch

Ljungberg committed to Sounders

 


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