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Youtube Scouting : Pawel Dawidowicz
Name: Pawel Dawidowicz DOB: 5/20/95 Pos: Defensive midfielder Height : 1,88 (6’2″) Weight: 168lbs / 76kg Preferred Foot: Right foot The first time you see Pawel Dawidowicz on the pitch you can’t help but to make a comparison with Nemanja Matic. His slender build, tall stature, short hair, and fair complexion are all physical traits they both share, but the similarities don’t end there. It’s easy to find footballing bits and pieces of Matic in the 19 year old Dawidowicz, albeit at an early level of...
read moreBenfica confirms Garay exit
Benfica confirmed this Wednesday that they have sold Gary to Russia’s Zenit for 6 million Euros. Benfica only held 40% of Garay’s rights. No details were given if the 6 million were for the 40% that Benfica owned only, but the values involved lead us to believe that was the case. 2013/14 stats – All competitions 49 Games – 48 starts – 3917 Minutes – 6 goals – 3 yellows Garay is currently on National team duty with the Argentinean national team. ...
read moreNational Team Podcast # 4
We look back at Portugal’s game against the USA. Another disappointing performance, but who’s really to blame? We offer our opinions and are all in consensus as to who the blame should fall on. We also look at failed tactics, faulty game plan among other things. While we tried to keep it upbeat, and positive in last week’s podcast, this week we roll up sleeves and go to work on the Selecaos miserable Word Cup. In the second segment of the podcast, we turn our attention to Portugal’s group game against Ghana. Once again...
read morePlayer Profile – Andre Almeida
Originally Posted Here Back in January of this year if you had told Andre Almeida he would not only be called to the Portugal’s World Cup Squad, but that he would also start for the Selecao, he would have probably given you a look of indignation, along with a confident trusting smile. In May, he achieved the first part when he was included in Bento’s 23, this Sunday he should see the second come true. Born in Portugal’s capital, 23 year old Andre Almeida got his start in Portuguese football in 2005 where he played for...
read moreNational Team Pod #3
In this episode… We couldn’t avoid breaking down Portugal’s game against Germany. We try to keep it upbeat and realistic, rather than giving the team a trashing. Sure the game against Germany wasn’t going to be the easiest of games, but losing the way we did, certainly didn’t go over too well. We reflect on Pepe’s actions, and whether Paulo Bento was out coached. In the next segment we look ahead to Portugal’s against the US. Game plan, projected line up and the climate are some of the things we touch...
read moreNational Team Podcast #2
In this Week’s Episode….. We get things started by recapping Portugal’s game against Mexico. We talk line up, game plan, and Bento’s choice. This past tuesday Portugal played their last warm up game against Ireland, we offer our opinion on the game, Ronaldo’s return and speculate on who may have won a starting spot based on their performance. In the next segment Cristiano, Steve and Eric share their observations of the National team’s camp, the good the bad, and what we can look forward to in this World...
read morePortugal – Republic of Ireland – Portugal’s final test
With one last tuneup before the World Cup remaining, Portugal fans have to be feeling good about the recent news that Cristiano Ronaldo is finally training with the rest of team. This Monday’s clinical bulletin was a only few lines long, and figured one name – goalkeeper Beto. Pepe and Raul Meireles also took part in this afternoon’s team session, as Portugal gets ready to play the Republic of Ireland at Metlife stadium in New Jersey. After watching Portugal’s cynical performance against Mexico, it’s...
read morePepe is Portugal’s Biggest Loss Going into the Mexico Friendly
As Portugal gets ready to play their penultimate warm up game against “El Tri”, the biggest topic of conversation continues to be Cristiano Ronaldo’s health. Ronaldo will not play at Gillette Stadium this Friday, but he is not alone, Pepe and Raul Meireles were also declared unavailable by the FPF, and didn’t travel to Boston this past Thursday. Paulo Bento will continue to prepare the team with the players he has at his disposal, while hoping Portugal’s medical situation will improve in the coming week...
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