Having reported on United’s earlier stop in Philadelphia last week to mixed results, I feel the need to continue my so called ‘following’ of the club as they continue their trek across America before ending it in Mexico. Don’t call this a match report or match analysis, outside circumstances kept me from devoting the...
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There is no doubt that pre-season friendlies, particularly those played overseas, provide fans with an exciting opportunity to see just how prepared their favorite players are for the coming season. However, some pundits always insist that a lack of motivation often makes players complacent, thus sending out decieving messages about their level of preparation. Given the poor showing of Premier...
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Kalju came to Valkeakoski last week for a pre-season friendly. After conceding in the first minute they fought back tenaciously against a young Haka side to secure a 1-1 draw. The game wasn’t that interesting, as the players didn’t move that quickly in the -10 frost, but Kalju’s colourful and sponsor-laden bus provided a...
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