Beckham? Nah. I'm cheering for the Dynamos

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The discussion revolves around the Houston Dynamo's performance in a soccer match, highlighting concerns about their chances of victory and missing key players. There is a notable divide in opinions regarding soccer's appeal in the U.S., with some participants expressing a preference for more physically aggressive sports like football and hockey, while others advocate for soccer's merits, emphasizing its strategic and physical aspects. The conversation touches on cultural perceptions of soccer, with some asserting that Americans often misunderstand the game, which contributes to its lower popularity compared to other sports. The match featured significant moments, including a goal by Donovan and Beckham's notable performance in what was perceived as his final MLS game, sparking hope for soccer's growth in the U.S.
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Then again I'm from Houston.

Is anyone else watching? Are my hopes for a Dynamos victory in vain?
 
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No US soccer fans here apparently! The Dynamos dodged several bullets in the first half, but it still 0-0. We are sorely missing Davis.
 
Hmm... my only "interest" in Beckham is that one of my engineering colleagues is his cousin. Yes, really. There's a slight physical resemblance, but their IQs are rather different. And his opinion of Posh Spice is ... well, to avoid libel laws, let's just say it's not very high.
 
I told myself I was going to watch it, but turns out I am not.
 
Oh well. Kinda expected that result.
 
Somehow soccer doesn't appeals to me, its not American kind of sport. Its a gentlemen's game and i would be great happy if it is restricted to those only. American love playing hard hitting and rough tough games. I wouldn't watch football or ice hockey or basketball or baseball without the fights.
 
leemadison11 said:
American love playing hard hitting and rough tough games. I wouldn't watch football or ice hockey or basketball or baseball without the fights.

No, most Americans love watching other people playing hard hitting and rough tough games.

UK soccer fans enjoy fights too, except they do the fighting themselves, usually outside of the stadium.
 
leemadison11 said:
Somehow soccer doesn't appeals to me, its not American kind of sport. Its a gentlemen's game and i would be great happy if it is restricted to those only. American love playing hard hitting and rough tough games. I wouldn't watch football or ice hockey or basketball or baseball without the fights.

Did you just call baseball a hard hitting and rough tough game? :rolleyes:

Soccer is a great game. People in America generally don't like it because they do not understand it. If you think soccer has no contact you are crazy... Watch any high level game and pay attention to the shirt grabbing and tugging done when a striker is running side by side to a defender.

The game last night was pretty good. Fitting that Donovan got the only goal and Beckham got the title in his "last" MLS game. I am hoping that the sport gains in popularity in the US. A premier soccer league here would be awesome.
 
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