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Match Picks of the Week
Selected games to watch from British Columbia's top senior men's and women's amateur leagues.
Saturday July 4
PCSL -
Whitecaps Prospects
vs Okanagan Challenge
4:00pm Fox Field / SFU
PCSL -
Vancouver
Thunderbirds vs Victoria United
2:30pm Thunderbird Park UBC
Sunday July 5
PCSL -
Whitecaps Prospects
vs Kamloops Excel SC
2:30pm SFU Field #4
PCSL -
Fraser Valley Action
vs Okanagan Challenge
3:00pm Willoughby Turf
PCSL -
Surrey United vs
Victoria United
2:30pm Cloverdale Athletic Park
Calendar
Friday July 3
Canada vs Jamaica
CONCACAF Gold Cup 2009
5:00pm PT Los Angeles, CA
Wednesday July 1
Whitecaps Women vs Ventura County Fusion
4:00pm Swangard Stadium
Sunday July 5
Whitecaps Women vs Real Colorado Cougars
4:00pm Percy Perry Stadium, Coquiltam, BC
Tuesday July 7
Canada vs El Salvador
CONCACAF Gold Cup 2009
6:00pm PT Columbus, OH
Thursday July 9
Whitecaps vs Minnesota Thunder
7:30pm Swangard, Burnaby
Friday July 10
Canada vs Costa Rica
CONCACAF Gold Cup 2009
4:00pm PT Miami, FL, USA
Canadian Clubs on 'Free' TV
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USL Live will carry many USL-1 matches in 2009 free, both live and on demand: USLlive.com
Friday July 3
Canada vs Jamaica
CONCACAF Gold Cup
5:00pm PT Sportsnet West, Sportsnet Ontario (Digital)
Tuesday July 7
El Salvador vs Canada
CONCACAF Gold Cup
6:00pm PT - Sportsnet East, Ontario and West
Thursday July 9
Whitecaps vs Minnesota Thunder
7:30pm Shaw
Friday July 10
Costa Rica vs Canada
CONCACAF Gold Cup 2009
7:00pm ET/5:00pm MT Sportsnet East and West
Friday August 7
Toronto FC vs Real Madrid
4:30pm PT GolTV (Free preview on Shaw till August 31st, digital channel
151)
CONCACAF Gold Cup 2009

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Quotable
Alan Pardew "I saw a headline saying Arsenal are flying the flag for Britain and I kind of wondered where that British involvement actually was when I looked at their team."
Today in Football History
03 July 1965
The F.A. sanction the Football League proposal by 43 votes to 19 to
allow substitutes.
03 July 1992
After eighteen seasons in the international wilderness South Africa are
re-admitted to international football when FIFA vote for them to return.
(The Association of Football Statisticians)
3 July 2009
CONCACAF GOLD CUP 2009
Canada
faces Jamaica in Friday opener
Canada's men's national team will face Jamaica in the opening match of
the 2009 CONCACAF Gold Cup. The two sides will kick off at 17.00 PT at
The Home Depot Center in Los Angeles, CA. (Sportsnet West and Sportsnet
Ontario).
Gold
Cup 2009 kicks off this Friday
For Coach Hart this is his 2nd trip to the semi-annual CONCACAF
Championship tournament as the interm coach of the Men's National Team
and hopes are high that this summers edition can reproduce some of the
flair and success that the 2007 edition.
Stalteri named Captain of Team Canada
Paul Stalteri has been named captain for Canada's men's national team
for the 2009 CONCACAF Gold Cup.
Getting closer to our first test - Jamaica - CBC
We’re a couple days away from our first game of significance this year.
Jamaica will be an intense, exciting game, which should make for a great
start to the 2009 Gold Cup. We've had a good build up to this tournament
and are going into this event with great optimism.
Canadians hopes to build foundation at Gold Cup - 24 Hours Vancouver
CARSON, California - With a new coach and a roster filled with young
players, Canada's senior men's soccer team hopes to build a foundation
for the future at the 2009 CONCACAF Gold Cup.
Confident U.S. men's soccer team takes different approach to Gold Cup
The 12-team CONCACAF Gold Cup begins today with its defending champion,
the United States, taking a different approach to this tournament
than it did it winning the trophy in 2007. Sun
Sentinal
Altidore among seven added to U.S. squad - CONCACAF
Jozy Altidore, whose first-half goal helped spark the United States past
Spain in the semifinals of the Confederations Cup, was among seven
players added to the U.S. roster for the CONCACAF Gold Cup on Thursday
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True Not True: Julian De Guzman Coming Home
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In this weeks episode of MLS's Extra Time Shep and Jason talk about
player moves now that the transfer window is open and the prospect of
Julian de Guzman joining Toronto FC to fill their DP spot.
Seattle-Portland rivalry born again in US Open Cup play - MLS
While the Timbers might currently be a USL-1 franchise, the showing from
their fans was first-rate. The crowd of 16,382 -- a record for a
Portland Timbers match -- bodes well for the Major League Soccer team
that will begin play in 2011.
RailHawks down Panama 1-0 - USL
The RailHawks opened the month of June with a win, and on Tuesday night,
they closed the month with one, downing the Panama National Team 1-0 in
the team’s final warm-up prior to the CONCACAF Gold Cup.
'Caps meet Cougars in Coquitlam - Whitecaps FC
Vancouver Whitecaps FC women (2W-2L-5D) look to end their 2009 regular
season home schedule in positive fashion when they host Real Colorado
Cougars (3W-4L-2D) on Sunday afternoon at Coquitlam Town Centre's Percy
Perry Stadium - 4:00pm kickoff.
Victoria Highlanders and Victoria United to play in Charity
Shield
Victoria United, who play in the Pacific Coast Soccer League, and the
Victoria Highlanders, who play in the United Soccer Leagues PDL Division
have organized a derby for July 9th at 7pm at Langford's City Centre
Stadium.
Canada sneaks past Morocco - The Province
Despite mustering only one shot on goal throughout the entire match,
Canada's soccer team snuck past Morocco 1-0 at the 2009 Universiade in
Belgrade on Thursday to improve to 1-1.
Remembering ’99: Karina LeBlanc
- WPS
The 1999 Women’s World Cup changed my life in so many different ways. I
had just ended my sophomore year at the University of Nebraska and, like
most people, I had no idea that the World Cup for women would create
such an attraction.
David Beckham slammed by Galaxy teammate in new book - The Province
Landon Donovan has issued the Los Angeles Galaxy an ultimatum -- have
English superstar David Beckham clean up his act or risk the departure
of Donovan, the club's all-time top active scorer.
Coverage of US Confed. Cup run demonstrates soccer's progress
- MLS
Last week, five consecutive halves of focused, persistent and skillful
soccer by our U.S. national team captivated soccer fans and the general
sports market throughout the United States.
Soccer does not get its props in the United States - Augusta Daily
Gazette
Did anyone else even notice the U.S. soccer team nearly beat the famous
Brazil team that is the best in the world? Didn’t think so. Not many
Americans pay attention to what goes on in the world of professional
soccer. There’s too many other, more entertaining sports to watch.
New Womens Soccer Camps for Soccer Moms - Surrey NOW
Kids aren't the only ones heading to sports camps this summer. Thanks to
a new program offered by coaches Ciaran McMahon (owner of Complete
Soccer Solutions) and Geoff McCormick (owner of Creative Soccer), moms
will be able to work on their own soccer skills.
Free Kick
Magazine June issue now available
In France, he is affectionately known as “Zizou.” Around the world, he
may be known as the guy who “headbutted” the Italian in the World Cup
Final. In this issue we thought we would help out with some basic facts
about superstar Zinadine Zidane.
Zidane and Friends game moved - The Province
The latest from CKNW's Jim Mullin is that it's been moved to Swangard
Stadium and that anyone with tickets for Saturday's B.C. Place date
needs to refund their tickets and then buy for the new event.
Zidane and Friends game in doubt - The Province
While many fans were thrilled just to see one of the game's all-time
legends close up, others were peeved that Zidane's "friends" didn't
materialize. The list of Canadian all-stars for the B.C. game is
unknown, too.
Zidane match in Vancouver rescheduled - The 24th Minute
Due to a reported freak back injury the promoter has cancelled the July
4 game at B.C. Place, rescheduling it for July 12. That's quite the
quick recovery from a back injury, though, especially for an aging star
like Zidane; we'll have to see how he's doing closer to the date. The
Zidane's Vancouver charity match in doubt after freak injury - CP
Zinedine Zidane's charity soccer match Saturday in Vancouver is in
danger of being cancelled after the former French star suffered a freak
injury.
YOUTH SOCCER
Boys All Stars Competition Coming to Richmond - BC Soccer
Can't get enough soccer? In less than three weeks the 2009 BMO National
Championships U-14 and U-16 Boys All Stars will take place in Richmond
BC.
Academy team heads to Denver - Toronto FC
Toronto FC Academy's Junior Team left for Denver early Friday to take
part in the 2009 MLS Youth Cup. The Reds' youngsters open the tournament
against Real Salt Lake on Saturday and will then face Columbus Crew on
Sunday and Colorado Rapids on Monday in group play.
WORLD SOCCER
Jordaan looks ahead to 2010
The celebrations following South Africa's successful hosting of the FIFA
Confederations Cup were short-lived, as the focus has now turned to
2010.
An invention for all eternity
FIFA.com investigates the evolution of the ball, which had different
names and functions across the world until becoming what it now is to
the sport.
Owen joins Man United - SLAM!
Michael Owen has joined English champion Manchester United, a striking
reversal of fortunes for an injury-plagued striker who had been
consigned to the England scrap heap by Fabio Capello.
Reports link Owen, Man U - The Province
Former European Footballer of the Year Michael Owen may be on the verge
of joining Manchester United from relegated Newcastle United, according
to several British media reports today.
Director general defends Real Madrid spending spree - SLAM!
Real Madrid director general Jorge Valdano has defended his team's
summer spending spree, saying it was necessary to retain its place as
the world's biggest club.
Transfer activity intensifies - FIFA
The last two weeks have produced plenty of big-name comings and goings
in the transfer market, as FIFA.com reveals in its latest round-up.
FIFA won't take action against Iran for wristbands - SLAM!
FIFA won't punish the Iranian soccer for the green wristbands some
players wore in solidarity with anti-government protesters during a
World Cup qualifier last month.
Indigenous Football Festival kicks-off in Townsville, Australia -
FFA
The Festival is a component of Football Federation of Australia's
Indigenous Football Development Program, which is an integral part of
the National Football Development Plan.
2 July 2009
Montreal Impact
holds Haitian National Team to goal-less draw
The Montreal Impact and the Haitian National Team tied 0-0, Wednesday,
in front of 8,047 spectators at Saputo Stadium, in its second of six
international games presented this summer in Montreal.
Centre back Ladiyou still getting a look - The Province
The Whitecaps men are set to return to practice Thursday after a week
off and York University centre back Gerard Ladiyou will be there.
Ladiyou was brought in for a week in mid-June with the Caps suddenly
finding themselves in a pickle at the back.
Robinson impresses with national coach in crowd - The Province
Jodi-Ann Robinson said she didn’t know Canada’s national team coach,
Carolina Morace, was in the crowd Wednesday. Her play suggested
otherwise, which will make Morace happy.
Residency return to winning ways - Whitecaps FC
Vancouver Whitecaps FC Residency returned to winning ways in the USL
Premier Development League after a 4-2 away victory over arch-rivals
Abbotsford Mariners on Canada Day.
Highlanders Prepare For Two Game Series Versus Seattle Wolves
After a triumphant 6 - 1 victory over the Yakima Reds, the Highlanders
will be looking to take their winning momentum on the road in their
first match of a two game home and away series against the Seattle
Wolves.
MLS's Sounders down USL's Timbers in third round of US Open Cup soccer
- SLAM!
With fans boisterously embracing the potential rivalry, Major League
Soccer's Seattle Sounders beat the Portland Timbers of the United Soccer
Leagues' First Division 2-1 on Wednesday night in the third round of the
Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup.
Galaxy acquire Eskandarian from Chivas - Globe and Mail
Former Toronto FC striker switches Los Angeles clubs in exchange for
allocation money and a conditional draft pick.
Zidane doubtful for Vancouver kickaround
CBC Radio One Vancouver is reporting that Zinedine Zidane has injured
his back while lifting his child in his Vancouver hotel and may not be
able to keep his commitment to play at BC Place on Saturday.
Five-official trials to continue - UEFA
The innovative experiment involving five match officials will continue
in the UEFA Europa League group stage in September, UEFA's Executive
Committee heard at its meeting in Vilnius, Lithuania.
CONCACAF GOLD CUP 2009
A confidence booster - Sportsnet
Guatemala may not be a top squad but the Canadian win may be worth more
than its weight in Gold.
Costa Rica makes three roster changes for Gold Cup - CONCACAF
Costa Rica won't have the services of Andy Furtado, Christian Bolanos or
Michael Umana at the Gold Cup, replacing them on its roster with Josimar
Arias, Warren Granados and Pablo Salazar.
US returns to prepare for Gold Cup - SLAM!
Bob Bradley was walking off the practice field toward the team bus when
a father stopped the coach of the United States national team with a
cheerful yell from a playground. "Hey, good job on the Confederations
Cup, man!"
USA go for Gold again - FIFA
Fresh from winning silver at the FIFA Confederations Cup, Bob Bradley's
new-look US are aiming for glory and gold at the 2009 CONCACAF showpiece
event.
WORLD SOCCER
Australia hits the top 20 for first time - FFA
Australia is ranked 16th in world football following the release of
FIFA's latest rankings today.
It is the highest Australia has ever been placed in FIFA's international
ratings system which ranks 203 member nations of FIFA.
Just the start for Germany - UEFA
After early exits at the 1998 FIFA World Cup and UEFA EURO 2000™ Germany
overhauled its youth system with spectacular results: an unprecedented
hat-trick of U21, U19 and U17 titles.
Racist chants can end soccer matches - CBC
European soccer authorities have approved new guidelines for referees to
act against racism in stadiums, giving them the power to call off games
because of offensive chants.
UEFA boss wants to rein in player salaries - Globe and Mail
UEFA president Michel Platini has warned big-spending clubs that he
plans to introduce tighter financial regulations within "two or three
years" that would put an end to huge spending sprees in football.
UEFA proposes linking salaries, transfer fees to club income - SLAM!
Soccer clubs competing in the Champions League will have to ensure
players' salaries and transfer fees are proportionate to their income
under new plans from UEFA .
Benzema next to join Real Madrid - The Province
Lyon has agreed to sell highly-rated France striker Karim Benzema to
Real Madrid in a deal which could be worth up to 41 million euros (C$67
million), the French club said on Wednesday.
Ribery demands Real move
- Sportsnet
Bayern Munich star Franck Ribery says he wants to join Real Madrid. The
France international midfielder wants a move sorted out quickly, and has
ruled out the possibility of joining any other club.
UEFA Europa League era begins - UEFA
Just 43 days after FC Shakhtar Donetsk claimed the 38th and final
edition of the UEFA Cup, this evening heralds the dawn of a new era as
the inaugural UEFA Europa League gets under way.
Corinthians clinch cup crown
- FIFA
Corinthians won a third Copa do Brasil title after a 2-2 draw in Porto
Alegre completed a 4-2 aggregate win over Internacional. The triumph
earned O Timão a place in next year's Copa Libertadores.
Estudiantes reach Copa final - FIFA
Mauro Boselli scored twice as four time winners Estudiantes de La Plata
of Argentina secured a place in the Copa Libertadores final after
beating Nacional 2-1 in Uruguay on Wednesday to complete a 3-1 aggregate
win.
1 July 2009
US allowed to add 7 players to Gold Cup roster! - Yahoo!
Canada facing many obstacles at CONCACAF Gold Cup - CBC
Canada ranks 11th amongst CONCACAF nations - CSA
'Caps women earn 3-1 victory over Ventura County Fusion - Whitecaps FC
Whiteaps set for Canada Day clash - Whitecaps FC
Toronto FC to host Puerto Rican side - Toronto Star
Portland - Seattle soccer rivalry more friendly in NASL days - Seattle Times
Upsets plentiful in Open Cup Tuesday - USL
MLS All-Star voting hits stretch run - MLS
Canada's soccer teams open World University Games with losses - CP
World Police and Fire Games put Vancouver to pre-Olympic test - China View
Coast Salish Games coming to Cowichan - Canada.com
YOUTH SOCCER
Soccer tournament big hit - Invermere Valley Echo
Tuck it in! - CBC
CONCACAF GOLD CUP 2009
Ali Gerba scores twice as Canada beats Guatemala in Gold Cup tuneup - CP
Gold Cup rosters laden with MLS talent - MLS
WORLD SOCCER
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