Comments on: Champions League update / Weekend of interesting soccer options……. / 6+5 is there a conflict with Euro Law? / New uni’s

By: BrianH

BrianH — Sat, 28 Feb 2009 14:20:08 +0000

I think the 6+5 rule is a great thing. When I watch a German team, I like to see Germans. When I watch a Cameroonian team, I like to see Cameroonians. I believe that people in every country appreciate seeing there countrymen in the game. That’s one of the reasons the MLS is popular. As far as Americans getting into Europe, wren, why should we want that? I want the best American players in MLS.

Larry, although my baser instincts agree with you, come on, give the girls a chance. They are athletes and want to be seen for their skills, not their bodies. Call me a prude, but I really find it distateful when athletes such as beach volleyball players, track & field, etc. are forced to wear bikinis as uniforms. This is a sign of our society’s declining moral standards.

By: Jacentito

Jacentito — Fri, 27 Feb 2009 16:47:13 +0000

As a STH, I admit I am biased. I think it is good for the Dynamo FO to provide a perquisite for the STH such as this. I, and others ponied up the $ and committment for the team and I think a little reward for that is a good thing. I really liked the parking gratis last year, but the stars aligned just so for that to occur. I realize not everyone has the $300 to drop on ST, just like not everyone can afford an EZ tag for the toll-road, but membership doth have its reward. Special events for ST and relatively quicker commutes for toll-road users. But I also realize that when I added all handling fees accrued after that first season, ST were only a short stretch away. I got the EZ tag when I realized I could save 25 cents off the normal fare. Economics at work. An individual should weigh what each $ means to them and spend it accordingly. You want a signed jersey and access to special events, become a STH. You want flexibility to pick and choose which games to attend because you may have an inflexible schedule, go per game basis.
Just my 2 cents (and I chose to spend them here – still no handling fee to post here, right Glenn?)

By: coop

coop — Fri, 27 Feb 2009 06:25:57 +0000

Glenn, you didn’t mention the Tottenham v Shakhtar match. I expected more from my Spurs (no matter how hard it is to be a Spurs fan at the moment). Gio Dos Santos scored his first goal in a Spurs jersey. A great shot off his left foot. I like him on the wing but he’s still young. I won’t be surprised to see him leave Tottenham before long.

By: Glenn Davis

Glenn Davis — Fri, 27 Feb 2009 04:53:40 +0000

Concacaf controls the games at Robertson for their competition and it is my understanding that the Dynamo are restricted in things they can do. Seems silly not to let the local team add more of their flavor but I can see Concacaf wanting “their control” over the event.
Larry could you please make your point a little clearer…:)
As for the season tickets for the Dynamo after putting thought into this I think it is fair for them to reward those that are shelling out for season tickets to give them an event of their own and additional benefit.
I have no problem with this.
I do like the way some Mexican teams open the gates for one designated game to “unveil” their squad.
FYI Dynamo season tickets are a tremendous value, inexpensive and they even will finance your season tickets monthly.
Excellent effort and value from the Dynamo, none better in Houston.

By: wren

wren — Fri, 27 Feb 2009 02:52:32 +0000

Larry and I would get along quite well I think.

By: Larry

Larry — Thu, 26 Feb 2009 22:44:18 +0000

OK, let me get this out of the way right now by saying I am 100% male and I don’t apologize for it. In fact I revel in it so here goes. I would just like to say that the girls that are playing in the new woman’s league are absolutely stunning and fetching in my opinion so I would like to see tighter, shorter, shorts and tighter and much lower cut jerseys. If you need to see or understand what I’m talking about just go to Hooters and have a look. I mean those hard bodied babes of the new WPS would put those Barbies at Hooters to shame. I guarantee you they could take them in a wrestling match as well. And yes, I would pay good money to see that as well! The girls are are fit and gorgeous and shouldn’t be ashamed of using it!

By: wren

wren — Thu, 26 Feb 2009 21:23:07 +0000

I’m well pleased Glenn that Chelsea worked Juve. Headed to Torin w/o giving up an away goal is a good position to be in. I still can’t believe Liverlucky beat Madrid. Absolutely unbelievable. I don’t see inter beating ManUre at Old Trafford but Sir Alex didn’t score an away goal and he is vulnerable against a sound offensive side.

I have a different take on the 6-5 rule. While this may be intended to help domestic leagues by “forcing” more domestic players into their given squads, this means access to the international talent pool will shrink overnight. If that happens, the recent progress Americans have made going overseas will come to a grinding halt. This is a hypothetical but why would Fulham want Deuce if Arsenal are forced to drop Fabregas or Rozicky for 6-5 and Fulham can get them instead?

Most US players are getting through and making it on the outer fringe but what if the outer fringe makes way for talent from the inner circle?

By: Austin

Austin — Thu, 26 Feb 2009 20:29:32 +0000

Christopher,

As far as the FO “involvement” at the Atlante game. I believe there are strict rules during these int’l games about stuff like that. No dancers/cheerleaders. No halftime field entertainment. I dont think they were even supposed to show replays on the jumbo screen. I’ve noticed the past 3 years that any superliga, champions cup, etc games that they will show live action on the jumbo tron, but will not show any replays except for a goal. No tackles, offside, etc.

I think it is to try and keep down any home field advantage that might be gained. Especially when the field and stadium conditions can vary between the US, Canada, Mexico and central america.

By: Offebacher

Offebacher — Thu, 26 Feb 2009 20:19:23 +0000

No T-Shirts shot out of a cannon and lack of Dynamo Girls make you wonder about the FO? Really? I better leave that topic alone….

Anyway, the 6+5 rule could change some of the player business aspects for sure but even if passed will probably lead to more domestication of foreign players. Just look around how many Brazilians are already on some National teams other than Brazil and you can see a potential trend. Landon is done and will be back at the end of his loan. For fan happenings in Germany check out http://www.bundesligatalk.com and you will find out about some good and not so good ways to support your club.

By: Carlos F

Carlos F — Thu, 26 Feb 2009 20:12:18 +0000

Whoa, Christopher…relax bro…good stuff though.

Godspeed, Dynamo!