Alias81 0 Report post Posted January 12, 2007 It's not just that it's the fact that soccer can be played almost anywhere at anytime, all you need is a ball. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mack 44 Report post Posted January 12, 2007 Well that's the socioeconomic reason but I think the fact that most people just don't have the patience to "learn" how to watch hockey. Then again, if America can tolerate watching baseball on TV than there's a chance they can tolerate this boredom. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JR Boucicaut 3803 Report post Posted January 12, 2007 Soccer is the most played youth sport in the US. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mack 44 Report post Posted January 12, 2007 My problem with it are its side-effects, most notably "soccer legs" on girls. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Alias81 0 Report post Posted January 13, 2007 I don't see your problem. :P Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Fury of One 6 Report post Posted January 13, 2007 Looks like he's officially done with Real...http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&c...;cid=1112552908 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
flaming_june 2 Report post Posted January 14, 2007 He's been over rated his entire career.He takes large chunks of games off, has no heart, can't play physically.He is without doubt one of the greatest passers/free takers ever, but thats where it ends.I would take Maradonna now, on one leg, even with his coked up heart over beckham. Maradonna paid a physical price, played with passion gave it all every game, had vision the likes of which will never be seen again. Beckham has a good pass, take that away, he is an average player, which is why he could not get a regular starting gig at RealLOL this is not hockey man.becks' a unselfish player and a hard worker. best dead ball specialist and corners in most pundits minds. he has great vision and creativity and pen taker. the biggest problem with this guy is he has no pace at all in the beginning, now his old his even worse off. take a look at some of his games in the champions league when he was with man utd, abs brilliant player.but man oh man did i hate him when he was with man utd, being a gooner and all. this move to LA is really disapointing, not even a chance of winning any euro cups or anything for that fact. going to LA for the fame and fortune, trying to take it easy from there. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fatwabbit 93 Report post Posted January 14, 2007 oh please...it can never take the place of hockey...you guys have a stanley cup run every year.... world cup is only once every 4 years...dont think that it would really really catch on, unless the US win the world cup soon ;) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NorthStar 0 Report post Posted January 15, 2007 Posh Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nick23 0 Report post Posted January 15, 2007 Beckham has been purchased more for the revenue in sponsorship and endorsements than as a football player, same with Madrid. he does have his moments on the pitch, and thats all it will be in LA. If people expect him to dominate, they will be in for a shock. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nick75035 0 Report post Posted January 15, 2007 Beckham has been purchased more for the revenue in sponsorship and endorsements than as a football player, same with Madrid. he does have his moments on the pitch, and thats all it will be in LA. If people expect him to dominate, they will be in for a shock.There is no doubt his impact off the field will be 1000 times his impact on the field. I have been an FC Dallas season ticket holder for the last couple of years and this move excites me to no end. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
willc7786 0 Report post Posted January 17, 2007 I don't see your problem. :Pbecause the top half of that pic shows that its a guy lol Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Fury of One 6 Report post Posted February 5, 2009 So much for growing soccer in the U.S.http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20090204/sp_nm/..._beckham_move_1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pantherfan 0 Report post Posted February 5, 2009 Mehhh, we'll see. I think Capello's probobly giving him a little push on the move, I don't think he was so keen on picking an older player playing at a lower level compared to the up and comers in the prem. This will afterall be Becks last WC so I imagine it's alot more to do with that aswell then just "I'm having fun." That said England don't have a hope in hell of winning anything Fabs or not. I'd love to have a clear out of some of the names that make the squad year in year out. Being successful at club level isn't a free ticket to the international scene, if they can't hit the side of a barn door they should be booted for a better fitting player. Lampard I'm looking at you. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fatwabbit 93 Report post Posted February 5, 2009 Most prob its also pressure from the wife to live in a more 'upmarket' capital. I remember that she made life hell for Becks when he was playing for Real Madrid. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
