Doctors Baffled on Snedeker Rib Injuries; He Returns at Arnold Palmer’s Bay Hill

Orlando, FL — Brandt Snedeker had finished third in the season opener, finished second twice—once to Tiger Woods and once to Phil Mickelson—and won at Pebble Beach. Then he pulled some rib muscles and has been sidelined since.  For the last five weeks, he’s been a professional watcher.  He watched golf on TV while his family move everything into a new house. Snedeker’s... 

Rafael Nadal: Competitive Tennis More Important Right Now Than Titles

It seems so long ago now when each and every of Rafael Nadal‘s updates on his injury situation that informed us of the lengthening of his sabbatical from tennis was met constantly with feelings ranging from disappointment to disbelief to irritation. Irritation about allegations of underhandedness purported by “fans” looking for a quick reaction. And in many ways, I for one... 

Lionel Messi and the 10 Best Left Feet Ever in South America

It is amazing how revered left-footed players can become. A good left-foot is generally referred to as “cultured”, whereas their right-footed counterparts are never quite afforded the same level of praise. South America is perhaps the natural home of the cultured left-footed player. From Gerson to Maradona and Rivaldo to Messi, some of the most gifted players the continent has ever produced... 

Italy: 5 Reasons to Believe They Can Challenge at World Cup 2014

It will be hard to better the golden generation of 2006, but there’s every reason to believe that Italy can compete with the very best come World Cup 2014.  South Africa 2010 was a disaster, but since Cesare Prandelli’s taken over on the Azzurri bench, things have been looking up. Finishing second to Spain at the most recent European Championships was nothing to be ashamed of, especially... 

Michael Owen: 5 Great England Moments from the Retiring Striker’s Career

Michael Owen announced on Tuesday his intention to retire at the end of this current season. The Stoke City striker’s decision will bring down the curtain on the career of one of England’s best strikers of the modern era. Plenty will be written and spoken about the toll Owen’s injury problems ultimately took on his career. While these perhaps stopped him from reaching even greater... 

USMNT: Brad Guzan Set for Big Chance in Goal Against Costa Rica in Qualifying

Over the weekend, his manager called his handiwork “world class.” On Friday, Brad Guzan could be in line to help his country get back on track for the World Cup. Guzan, a 28-year-old goalkeeper who currently plays for Aston Villa in England’s Premier League, is widely expected to start in goal for the United States men’s national team this Friday in a CONCACAF World Cup qualifier... 

USMNT: Who Should Start in Defense Against Costa Rica?

Certainty is currently in short supply for the United States defense. After a string of injuries, the U.S. men’s national team heads into Friday’s crucial World Cup qualifier against Costa Rica in Denver with several familiar faces missing. Goalkeeper Tim Howard and full-backs Steve Cherundolo, Timmy Chandler, Edgar Castilla and Fabian Johnson are all out injured. Experienced center-back... 

Predicting the Brazil Starting XI to Face Italy

Brazil take on Italy in Geneva on Thursday night with Luiz Felipe Scolari‘s plans thrown into disarray by a series of injury problems cropping up this last week ahead of the friendly encounter. The recently installed Brazil coach will have to make do without Lucas Moura, Paulinho and Ramires for the tie, while both David Luiz and Diego Costa remain injury doubts. (Xinhua) With that in mind, Scolari... 

Picking the Best US Lineup to Take On Costa Rica

The United States Men’s National Team takes on Costa Rica this Friday in what head coach Jurgen Klinsmann has called a “must-win situation.” Having started out qualification with a loss on the road to Honduras, Friday’s home game in Commerce City, Colorado against Los Ticos is the U.S.’ best chance to pick up points over the next week. Next Tuesday, the U.S. will take... 

Projecting the Germany Starting XI at World Cup 2014

The 2014 World Cup is less than 15 months away, and Uefa associations are well into their qualifying campaigns. Germany currently lead Group C with 10 points from four matches, and are favorites to secure automatic qualification for the summer tournament. Assuming the DFB team does qualify, the question of who Joachim Low will use in his preferred lineup is one that can be highly debatable. Injuries... 

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