Is soccer un-American?

[Londim]

In The Week, soccer has been accused of being un-American. I think it is not un-American; it's as important as NASCAR (America) as it is to bowling (rest of world. I swear). It came along a bit too late -- what with football which doesn't even make sense why it's called that because only 1/10 of the time, maximum at a football game is spent kicking a football.
What do you think?

Just the idea that after playing a sport for 90 minutes, a game can end 0-0. Both teams might as well have SAT on the field for 90 minutes.

Also, too many games end in draws. After 90 minutes plus of playing, there should either be a clear winner or some sort of overtime.

Some of the best ever games I've watched have ended in draws after 90 minutes. Go watch the Liverpool vs AC Milan Champions League Final as one of the best matches of recent times.

[Maurepas]

In The Week, soccer has been accused of being un-American. I think it is not un-American; it's as important as NASCAR (America) as it is to bowling (rest of world. I swear). It came along a bit too late -- what with football which doesn't even make sense why it's called that because only 1/10 of the time, maximum at a football game is spent kicking a football.
What do you think?

Just the idea that after playing a sport for 90 minutes, a game can end 0-0. Both teams might as well have SAT on the field for 90 minutes.

Also, too many games end in draws. After 90 minutes plus of playing, there should either be a clear winner or some sort of overtime.

What's the problem with a draw? Can two teams not be evenly matched?

Actually, that would be my prime complaint with Soccer too, as especially evidenced by the US games I've watched so far, we need to introduce you guys to a concept called a tie-breaker,

[Hydesland]

Actually, that would be my prime complaint with Soccer too, as especially evidenced by the US games I've watched so far, we need to introduce you guys to a concept called a tie-breaker,

We have that, it's called extra time + penalty shoot out, you will see it once we reach the knock out stages.

[Rolling Dead]

Please.



How would an American as myself begin watching "Football"?


How do you "start"?

Where can I buy my teams.. "kit" so I can fight the other fans?

[Zeppy]

Two hot, sweaty men... after watching each other get weighed in naked.

You have the United States of America confused the Continent of South America.

Common mistake.

[Maurepas]

Please.



How would an American as myself begin watching "Football"?


How do you "start"?

Where can I buy my teams.. "kit" so I can fight the other fans?

Painting your own kit is a proud American tradition, why would we stop it with this sport too?

[The Andromeda Islands]

It's not a genuine world championship unless only Good Honest Freedom-Loving American teams play. I mean really, how can you have teams from other countries in a world championship? It just doesn't make sense. Thus soccer is un-American.

Well in World cup not all countries play but only the 32 selected by unknown criteria

I don't understand why crap country like Honduras plays and not country like China or India who are better at soccer

unknown criteria. LMAO

I'm sure that Zeus & the Buddha decide the World Cup nations by playing Rock, Paper, Scissors.

[Rolling Dead]

Please.



How would an American as myself begin watching "Football"?


How do you "start"?

Where can I buy my teams.. "kit" so I can fight the other fans?

Painting your own kit is a proud American tradition, why would we stop it with this sport too?

Huh?

I am like everyone else and buy a $120 Jersey from Hibbett Sports.

[Maurepas]

It's not a genuine world championship unless only Good Honest Freedom-Loving American teams play. I mean really, how can you have teams from other countries in a world championship? It just doesn't make sense. Thus soccer is un-American.

Well in World cup not all countries play but only the 32 selected by unknown criteria

I don't understand why crap country like Honduras plays and not country like China or India who are better at soccer

unknown criteria. LMAO

I'm sure that Zeus & the Buddha decide the World Cup nations by playing Rock, Paper, Scissors.

You mean they kicked out Jehova? Fucked, we're screwed,

[Zeppy]

You mean they kicked out Jehova? Fucked, we're screwed,

Israel has not qualified for the World Cup since 1970.

[Emothica]

Glenn Beck says its unAmerican so it must be.

That is not my view, I am just stating a little sarcasm. I think its the most American sport after baseball and football.

Baseball?

You mean guys in tights hitting balls with sticks?

Dude, no one listens to Glenn Beck. I would say that soccer is the most international sport in history.

[North Wiedna]

You mean they kicked out Jehova? Fucked, we're screwed,

Israel has not qualified for the World Cup since 1970.

Well, they're always concerned with arming themselves, maybe they should focus on training the legs instead.

[Zeppy]

You mean they kicked out Jehova? Fucked, we're screwed,

Israel has not qualified for the World Cup since 1970.

Well, they're always concerned with arming themselves, maybe they should focus on training the legs instead.

Explains the sexy Coat of Arms.

[Maurepas]

Please.



How would an American as myself begin watching "Football"?


How do you "start"?

Where can I buy my teams.. "kit" so I can fight the other fans?

Painting your own kit is a proud American tradition, why would we stop it with this sport too?

Huh?

I am like everyone else and buy a $120 Jersey from Hibbett Sports.

Psh, you're doing it all wrong:

[North Wiedna]

I didn't know Dumbledore liked the Saints.

[Maurepas]

I didn't know Dumbledore liked the Saints.

Actually I think he's supposed to be Moses, but, I think Dumbledore does better magic, so, he's probably more helpful.

Let's go with Dumbledore,

The Joker's my favourite one though, we always get a joker or a witchdoctor, I've always thought we should try to get DC to let the Joker be the official mascot, it's just so badass looking,

[Shia Majority]

Lol. Maurepas. You Louisianians are some weird folks..


How does I start watching Football though? How do I pick a club? How do I insult others while being across the pond?


I have some cardboard in the shop along with spray paint to make unnecessary display of fandom.

[Valanora]

If you want the best football, then start watching the English league, if you want the most attractive then it is the Spanish league for you. However if you like to see teams tough it out, see Germany, while the Italian league is about tactical superiority. Once you have your league, pick a random club and start supporting it. As for the kits, there are plenty of online websites that sell replicas for $70 or cheaper on average, try soccer.com for instance.

There you have it, now go pick a club and enjoy the beautiful game.

[Virabia]

If you want the best football, watch Atalanta B.C. Once you find a game on tv that they play, watch Atalanta BC start supporting it. As for the kits, the club site sells them. Mighty expensive though.

There you have it, now watch Atalanta! Because their so totally awesome and they are gunna win Serie B

I Fixed it up for ya. No need to thank me!

[Shia Majority]

If you want the best football, then start watching the English league, if you want the most attractive then it is the Spanish league for you. However if you like to see teams tough it out, see Germany, while the Italian league is about tactical superiority. Once you have your league, pick a random club and start supporting it. As for the kits, there are plenty of online websites that sell replicas for $70 or cheaper on average, try soccer.com for instance.

There you have it, now go pick a club and enjoy the beautiful game.

Chelsea Football Club it is then.


Rawr!

Ordering my kit next thursday.

[North Wiedna]

Let's go with Dumbledore,

Well, at first I was going to say Dave Chapelle, but that would be racist.

[Virabia]

If you want the best football, then start watching the English league, if you want the most attractive then it is the Spanish league for you. However if you like to see teams tough it out, see Germany, while the Italian league is about tactical superiority. Once you have your league, pick a random club and start supporting it. As for the kits, there are plenty of online websites that sell replicas for $70 or cheaper on average, try soccer.com for instance.

There you have it, now go pick a club and enjoy the beautiful game.

Chelsea Football Club it is then.


Rawr!

Ordering my kit next thursday.

did you not read the fixed up version?!?!?

[Zeppy]

I Fixed it up for ya. No need to thank me!

Serie B does not matter.

[Virabia]

I Fixed it up for ya. No need to thank me!

Serie B does not matter.

Not when Atalanta is in it...

[Zeppy]

Not when Atalanta is in it...

Who again?