Archive for the '2009 Confederations Cup' Category

June 24th, 2009

Remember Jorge Larrionda?

Guess who's running the center for today's United States vs Spain - 2009 Confederations Cup SemiFinal match? Uruguayan referee Jorge Larrionda, the same man who was in the middle for the 2006 World Cup clash between the US and Italy. Image via SoccerWay 
June 24th, 2009

FIFA Admits 70k Ticket Giveaway For Group Stage

After seeing some of the stadiums half empty during the early 2009 Confederations Cup group stages, FIFA acknowledged the giveaway of more than 70,000 complimentary tickets and that the total amount for the entire tournament would be known after its conclusion. (more...)
June 23rd, 2009

USA Trains Before Confederations Cup Semi-Final 2009

The US trains at Seisa Ramabodu Stadium in Bloemfontein, South Africa, ahead of tomorrow's semi-final with Spain.   More photos after the jump.. (more...)
June 23rd, 2009

Beauty in the Stands at the 2009 Confederations Cup

Long distances and chilly weather haven't prevented these supporters from showing up strong in South Africa. More photos after the jump... (more...)
June 22nd, 2009

Another Look At The Charlie Davies Goal Against Egypt

Take another look at Charlie Davies' opening goal against Egypt for a sec. Yes, I know there was a collision between the defenders and the keeper, but take a look at what Davies did after that to create a goal scoring opportunity. Starting with his back to the goal and facing the corner flag, he bodies off a defender and while spinning around, ...
June 22nd, 2009

USMNT – Looking Back At Italy Loss

Hear it from Landon and Timmy's perspective.
June 22nd, 2009

A Day Later: USA Prepares For Spain Ahead Of Confederations Cup SemiFinal

A day after the big win over Egypt in the 2009 Confederations Cup, Coach Bradley and several US players run drills at the lonely looking Mogwase Stadium. More photos after the jump... (more...)
June 22nd, 2009

Ice Cream Kid – Confederations Cup 2009

...Good times! Courtesy The Spoiler