Roy Emanuel

Roy was born and raised in New York but now calls Arizona home. A passionate writer/editor focused on bringing quality content to those that love the beautiful game. La Liga, MLS and League Two always catch his eye.
World Cup

3 players who can guide Germany to a World Cup title

by Roy Emanuel
If Germany are to lift the trophy again, they will need these three players to be at their best this summer. The 2018 FIFA World Cup is only weeks...
FC Barcelona

Barcelona's 'disappointing' double in 2017-18

by Roy Emanuel
There is plenty to celebrate for FC Barcelona. However, there is also plenty of regret. The 2017-18 La Liga season brought plenty of drama,...
MLS

VAR makes key decisions recently in MLS matches

by Roy Emanuel
Video assistance was the focus in two MLS games. The Video Assistant Referee (or VAR) has been an interesting topic this season throughout Major...
MLS

Analysis: Is Wayne Rooney really the answer for D.C. United?

by Roy Emanuel
Wayne Rooney is poised for a move to MLS with D.C. United. Is it the right choice? In today’s climate for Major League Soccer teams, there is an...
La Liga

Five things we learned from May's El Clásico fixture

by Roy Emanuel
Barcelona and Real Madrid battled in an entertaining affair this past weekend. A look at the key takeaways from the game. The final El Clásico...
MLS

Red Bulls dominate Hudson River Derby with early pressure

by Roy Emanuel
In the season's first Hudson River Derby, NYCFC did not have the answers against New York Red Bulls. New York City FC have been in sparkling form to...
FC Barcelona

Barcelona: Messi prepares for life without Iniesta

by Roy Emanuel
Lionel Messi is set to open a new chapter in Catalonia. FC Barcelona and manager Ernesto Valverde are on the cusp of securing a double this season,...
MLS

Portland Timbers and the unpredictable are working together

by Roy Emanuel
Portland Timbers have seen extreme results thus far, but are now looking set to compete. Portland Timbers enjoyed a strong 2017 campaign, as they...
New York Red Bulls

Statistics do not help New York Red Bulls fans

by Roy Emanuel
New York Red Bulls did everything that they could in the CONCACAF Champions League semi-finals. Unfortunately for the club's fans, it was not...
Real Madrid

Real Madrid: Europe overshadows the Madrid derby

by Roy Emanuel
Real Madrid could have done more to get the win at home versus Atlético Madrid. Real Madrid came up against Atlético Madrid on Sunday in one of...
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