Tiger Now Versus Tiger Then: Head Games Make the Difference

From 1997 to 2008, when Tiger Woods crept up a leaderboard, others started falling back.  They were sure he could advance and stomp on them.  He was sure he could advance and stomp on them. And they knew he knew. But now the fear is significantly lessened, if not gone altogether.  For that reason, the biggest obstacle Woods has to face to get to 19 majors and 83 victories may... 

Rating Rep. of Ireland’s Players in World Cup Qualifier vs. Sweden

Giovanni Trapattoni’s Republic of Ireland team earned a hugely deserved draw away to Sweden in World Cup qualification. The draw maintains the Italian’s record with Ireland. They have not lost a single away qualification match since he took charge all the way back in 2008. The scoreless draw also gives the Irish their ninth clean sheet in their last 14 away matches. Ireland were superb... 

Rating the Spain Players in Their World Cup Qualifying Draw

Reigning World Cup champions Spain were certainly not at their unstoppable best on Friday when La Roja allowed a late equalizer to draw with lowly Finland. Spain was forced to play without three established stars from their World Cup winning squad. Iker Casillas, Carles Puyol and Xavi were all missing due to injury. But despite the missing stars, everyone expected La Roja to easily handle Finland. However,... 

Tiger Woods at Arnold Palmer Invitational 2013: Day 2 Analysis and Highlights

Tiger Woods carded a two-under 70 on Day 2 of the Arnold Palmer Invitational at Bay Hill to remain four strokes off the lead, which is held by Justin Rose and Bill Haas at nine under overall. Woods was just one shot back entering the par-five 16th hole playing alongside the leading Englishman. Unfortunately, once his tee shot on the reachable hole found the right fairway bunker, it led to a sequence... 

Mexico: 5 Key Battles to Watch in El Tri’s Qualifier vs. Honduras

Mexico is set to visit Honduras for the second match of the Hexagonal. There are new names compared to those that were capped against Jamaica, and this game requires more precision and focus. El Tri needs to make a good impression in San Pedro Sula next Friday. The national team could not win its opener against the Reggae Boyz, even though it was held at the Estadio Azteca. This time, José Manuel... 

Why Golf Needs Tiger Woods at No. 1

Tiger Woods walks with the game’s all-time great players. He belongs in golf’s all-time foursome. For my money, that means he plays his round with Bobby Jones, Ben Hogan and Jack Nicklaus. Nothing against Sam Snead and Arnold Palmer, but Woods is in the all-time foursome and he doesn’t have to tee off last. Nicklaus has the honors, followed by the seething Hogan, followed by Woods... 

Arnold Palmer Still Has Mad Game, Lands Kate Upton Kiss

At 83 years old, Arnold Palmer is far more cool and suave than I can ever hope to be. The golf legend recently had a date with Sports Illustrated swimsuit cover girl Kate Upton, and even managed to land a smooch on her cheek.  Golf Channel reports on the charmed life of the golf icon. The most interesting and rather adorable anecdote came when Palmer realized he would be meeting America’s... 

Portugal Stutters Again in 3-3 Draw with Israel in World Cup Qualifier

Portugal’s World Cup qualifying campaign took yet another hit Friday when they drew Israel 3-3 in Ramat Gan. The result could have been a lot worse for A Selecção, who were well below par and were moments away from falling to the Israelites. Portugal got a dream start to the match as a long ball earned them an immediate corner and Bruno Alves subsequently headed home for a... 

5 African Internationals to Watch This Weekend

This article profiles five African internationals to watch out for this weekend. Saturday and Sunday will once again see Africa’s finest take to the continent’s turf to (hopefully) advance and take one step closer to the World Cup in Brazil next summer. With the likes of Morocco, Ghana, South Africa and Cameroon currently sitting outside qualification places, competition will be fierce—expect... 

Malta vs Italy World Cup Qualifier Preview

Italy vs. Brazil Review: The Italian national team kicked off its international friendly week in style with a stunning 2-2 comeback tie against Brazil. Goals from Mario Balotelli and Daniele De Rossi ensured a result against a side they haven’t won against since 1982, when the stakes were a lot higher than they were on Thursday. The Azzurri were aesthetically brilliant to watch, with fluid passing... 

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