Yes, I know I'm going offline to concentrate on work for a month or so. But I found the perfect article for @Matth_2014 that I had to share. I found this article amusingly American. Maybe Matth can use it to help discover who to support this season. https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ne...d-manchester-city-to-norwich-and-aston-villa/ First few paragraphs: How to pick a Premier League team: A case for each club, from Liverpool and Manchester City to Norwich and Aston Villa By Roger Gonzalez 15 hrs ago • 13 min read So you've noticed the increase in popularity of soccer in this country, whether it's the support of the United States women's national team at the World Cup to Premier League jerseys seemingly in every city in America. It's a great time to get into the sport if you haven't already, as you can argue that there is more soccer available on television in the United States than any country in the world. Every Premier League game is available to watch in the United States, and that makes supporting a team much easier. The time has come to pick a team, to pledge your allegiance to a club in arguably the best league in the world. Whether it's waking up to see your new team play at 4:30 a.m. in Los Angeles or trying to sneak in the game at work, here's what to know about all 20 Premier League teams so that you can chose one to root for. What is important, in my opinion, is to find something that connects you to a team. It can be the smallest of things to the biggest of things. Maybe you loved David Beckham and that makes you want to support Manchester United. Perhaps your great grandmother was actually born in West Midlands, and that gives you an easy connection to Wolverhampton. So whether it is because of a certain player you like, a place you visited or whatever, it's up to you to make the decision. So who should you pick? Here's stating the case for each team, including why some here at CBS Sports have chosen their teams. The big boys (get used to winning) Manchester City: My allegiance to Manchester City is aligned with the Sheikh Mansour ownership takeover in 2008, but at the time I had no clue about that. As a Brazilian, I first heard of the club when it beat out Chelsea to sign Robinho over the summer. At the time, Robinho was a hotshot who had just come from Santos and a long stint with the Galaticos at Real Madrid. He left after only two years at City, but my allegiance stayed put with the Sky Blues. You can make the argument that City has been the most successful club in this decade with four Premier League titles and two FA Cups. The team is loaded with talent, but has yet to win the Champions League. Watching this team led by Pep Guardiola -- one of the greatest footballing minds of our generation -- trying to conquer every trophy you can imagine is well worth your support. -- Igor Mello, CBS Sports editor Liverpool: In my opinion, it's the biggest team in the history of English soccer because of a country-record six Champions League titles. The Reds never win the Premier League, but this is a cup team that is easy to fall in love with. From their amazing atmosphere at Anfield to energetic coach in Jurgen Klopp, this is potentially one of the greatest eras in Liverpool's history, though picking them would bring the bandwagon tag. If you're a Red Sox fan, this is an easy connection as the club is owned by Fenway Sports Group. Chelsea: One name. Christian Pulisic. To have arguably the best American player on one of the most popular Premier League teams in the United States is my pitch. And since the club has its hands tied with the transfer ban, expect him to get plenty of reps against the league's best clubs. It's like in the NBA and Chelsea is saving its money, accumulating capital for the "free agent class of 2020!" Look out. - -Tommy Tran, CBS Sports HQ host Tottenham: If you need that "fan feeling" then Spurs are the club for you. You know the one -- it's the emotional roller coaster your club puts you through. The highs and lows. The come-from-behind victories and the crushing defeats. And that's what Tottenham represents. You'll get to watch Son Heung-min smile for 90 minutes. You'll see the abundance of swag that Dele Ali brings to the game. You'll get remarkable finishes by a world-class striker in Harry Kane. This club doesn't buy wins, it earns them. And soon Spurs will earn a cup, too. -- Matthew Coca, producer for Kanell and Bell
Unfortunately again highlights that top level football was invented in the mid nineties according to a lot of people. Makes it sound like Liverpool have never won a league title. Cup team!
He can't go wrong supporting Liverpool... At least for a season, he can go back to supporting Chelsea or Cardiff next year.
I must admit, they make a compelling case to support Spurs. Who wouldn't want to see Son smiling for 90 minutes? Ian Rush smiling got me to support Liverpool.
Was exactly my thoughts, along with this comment that was made too....' this is potentially one of the greatest eras in Liverpool's history' WTF...did the 80's not exist!?
It's the greatest era if you're an American sports journalist and have only known about football for about 5 years.
No mate, I cashed out at about 10k per BC. I'm glad tbh as I find it hard to control!! I'm guessing there's plenty sprung up by now. Hope you're doing ok bud
Tottenham: If you need that "fan feeling" then Spurs are the club for you. You know the one -- it's the emotional roller coaster your club puts you through. The highs and lows. The come-from-behind victories and the crushing defeats. And that's what Tottenham represents. You'll get to watch Son Heung-min smile for 90 minutes. You'll see the abundance of swag that Dele Ali brings to the game. You'll get remarkable finishes by a world-class striker in Harry Kane. This club doesn't buy wins, it earns them. And soon Spurs will earn a cup, too. Good analysis, that
