What do ya'll think about barcelona coming to the US?
457338
All of Barcelona ... that's a lot of folks
654284
Here's an article about new immigrants to Spain.\nYou might want to rethink that plan.\nhttp://www.zmag.org/content/showarticle.cfm?SectionID=30&ItemID=2185
751157
San Antonio - 7th largest city in the country - still has a Double A team for God's sake!  The Marlins came close to relocating here.  With 62% of the population being Hispanic, it should be the San Antonio Tacos, but would probably wind up being something like the Missions (the current minor league team) or Armadillos.\n\nLas Vegas will have a team in the next few years as well, either through expansion or relocation, just like San Antonio.  No way could Vegas call their team the Gamblers, so it would have to be something else, Desert Rats maybe.\n\nPortland is another good possibility.  Maybe they could call them the Sasquatches.\n\nAnother possible place is Charlotte.  I'd like the Charlotte Hicks or Hillbillies, but they'd probably be called something like the Racers to honor NASCAR (whoopie).\n\nAnd there's always the possibility of the Tidewater area of Northern Virginia which could take the name of the minor league team, the Tides.\n\nBuffalo is another good candidate, but the weather there is a big drawback.  Hard to tell what they would call them, the Bisons maybe?\n\nAnd one place you can be sure they WON'T put a team into is Montreal.  Think they learned their lesson there.
896378
I no. they should sell their teams to other cities in the us so other people can have a shot. Dont go support those horrible teams
762829
I do indeed care about American soccer.  Not only the MLS, but also potential national team players currently in leagues overseas.  I was disappointed this year with team USA at the World Cup, although the result against Italy (eventual, though iffy, champions) is definitely a bright spot in a dim event for the Yanks.  I'm a big supporter of the MetroStars/Red Bull NY, and can't wait for Red Bull Park to open... I think some of the new soccer specific stadiums are great.  I also think that, though it was the preseason for the european club, the MLS All-Stars' 1-0 win against Chelsea is a huge result for the progress of American soccer.
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after the US's gr8 showing in the last world cup (knocked out by germany in the quarters, possibly due to a dodgy handballed german goal), I'm suprised it hasn't taken off more than it has.\n\nI think it's a case of what you grow up with. From what I gather, it's only recently that US tv has started to provide decent coverage of soccer - until now all americans have had is all american sports like american football & baseball.\n\nI think it will take off pretty soon if the US team can maintain or improve their form. You've drawn a tricky group this year, but if you can get through that, I wouldn't be suprised to see you make the semifinals - and the US become as football crazy as England! \n\nBest of luck!\n\nEDIT: Can I just take this opportunity to call the previous respondent (badal) an idiot! If the US didn't make the top 32, how come they're still in the tourney?
915813
Hey I thought you were a United fan? You shouldn't be hoping for United to get in the UEFA Cup!! I would prefer a Champions League Manchester United .v. Barcelona final. Although I think if United progress through to the second round of the UEFA Champions League, I have a feeling that they will play Barcelona in the semi's. (That's if Barça progress in Champions League also)
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I support FC Barcelona!\nI'm not spanish, but I watch Primera and I'm glad Barca is leading and I have no doubt about their winning the season!\nAs long as Real Madrid is out of the game...dont like them really!!!\nBarca has amazing players and a great coach.\nToo bad they didnt make it for the National Cup, but I guess they have other things on their mind now.\nHopefully, Barca will win over Chelsea in the Champions League!!!
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It's a good idea, but I'm afraid it wouldn't work in practice.\n\nLook at the talk about Beckham going to America.  They have a maximum wage, but the president of the team he is likely to go to will arrange sponsorship from one of his other companies to make up the difference.\n\nIt would be like Chelski paying Shevchenko £50,000 a week, but Abramovich plc sponsoring him £80,000 a week.\n\nAll we can hope for is that Abramovich loses interest, and Man Utd relocate to New York.
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I think Mexico City is the next logical market, as the league is obviously interested in international expansion with NFL Europe and taking preseason games out of the country almost every year now. And since they have sold out a large stadium everytime the game has gone to Mexico City, they appear to have the support and the population base to support a team.\n \nAnd the least likely is Las Vegas. While perhaps one of the strongest candidates on paper, the perception of the influence of gambling will be too great for the near future for any professional sports league to place a team there (above the minor league or developmental league level).
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Hahaha..that should be great. The almight Chelsea vs MLS All-Stars. If Chelsea bothered to bring their A-team, MLS would get crushed.\n\nAs for bigger/better games, there probably wont be any. I doubt european teams will travel to N.A. this year thanks to the world cup. Some leagues start up not too soon after the world cup ends, so teams would probably like to stay in europe and train while they can.
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the olympic stadium in barcelona will always stand.  Not so much as it is historical, but today it serves as the home field for the Barcelona soccer team.  I have been there a few years ago, and I cannot imagine that this facility will be knocked down, the training facilities are still state of the art, and it is upkept very well.  it is too historical, and important at this time for it to be knocked down.  My guess it will continue to be in use to train future athletes and host barcelona soccer games.
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I think that the US is still in the "build-up" phase.  I, too, had expectations this year and I feel a little let down.  They had their chance (all the really had to do was beat Ghana - Italy did their part) and they simply blew it.\n\nI think that they need to look at countries like Holland (what, 8 million people?) who have built up great national programs.  The idea of starting academies is good.  Bring in coaching talent from other countries.  Expand the college programs / make them more attractive.  But the main thing that IS HAPPENING is that kids are playing the sport at a young age which is VERY important.
760117
Don't think so, certainly not seen anything about it coming here. Also cirque de soleil do have permanent shows that don't tour, which this could well be.
589510
If they do make it beyond the group stage, that alone will be a testiment to how U.S. soccer is improving. Many people are complaining about what a tough group the U.S. is in, and they are right about that - but this is a chance to show what they can do. With that said, will they make it? I'd give it a 30% chance.
454622
No doubt about. It is a matter of time for USA soccer to explode in the big stage. It is bound to happen.
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He will if ARS dont win the champs league THIS SEASON.\nhe still hasnt sign his new contract that will expire soon. \n\nBut he is very SMART and diplomatic about it. so u'll just hear him say nothin confirming his move thoughts. \nu know He actually doesnt want to move, he would prefer winning it will ARS, which is a club he trully most loved (Wenger too his fav manager he said once), AND people will give him more credit in winning Champs lg w/ ARS rather than sharing it w/ Ronaldinho and so.(and he knows that \nBut it really seems that all people in the world sees Barca has bigger chance of winning it, and so will be a great platform 4 him.\n\nso dont cry. PRAY 4 ARS to win the Champs and I hope they will get their brilliant attacking football back.\nto the Spanish news : its their news, they want Henry to join in Spain!!! no other world news reports that like it's definite already!!