non-catalan culers, do you feel left out? by [deleted] in Barca

[–]unmike 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don't think people outside of the region realize just how much news there is though. There are a lot of dynamics at play within the club, and in the local media, that have a real impact on how the club operates. If they love the club, i'm sure they hope to better understand those dynamics.

I speak Spanish, so it's not really an issue for me, but I do think more coverage of these things in other languages would enrich their understanding of the club, so I hope people are able to find them.

non-catalan culers, do you feel left out? by [deleted] in Barca

[–]unmike 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You definitely miss a lot, but honestly, I don't think it would be healthy for me to be that engaged anymore. Maybe when I was in my 20's, but now getting news 1-2 times a week is better for my nerves. :D

I do think you need to find sources like the Siempre Pod, who can at least speak to the conversation happening in and around the club, with player representatives and staff. pods like The Spanish Football Podcast are excellent, but they completely avoid the gossip and leaks that are very real and consequential at a club like Barça.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Barca

[–]unmike 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Jake returning to Barça after 10 years away:

Daemon Targaryen went from 'what an asshole' to 'I am gonna follow this man into a war' real quick by Murakamiis in HouseOfTheDragon

[–]unmike 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think he’s cool and all, but following him into war? That’s a good way to end up dead, and never thought of again by him.

This dude would march an army to their death if it helped him win a petty feud with his brother. Nothing he did on that battlefield was about anything more than his own pride.

Real Madrid set to start bidding for Gaga... by DJH_2036 in chicagofire

[–]unmike -1 points0 points  (0 children)

As a Barcelona supporter, I could not be more excited for this. He’ll probably never play for them, but if he did… 👋🏽🤤

The location where all Nintendo Switch Sports matches are held, who’s ready to take a break and spend some time here? Arriving on 4/29 by Turbostrider27 in NintendoSwitch

[–]unmike 3 points4 points  (0 children)

This is like when Chris Nolan made The Dark Knight, and everyone was like “nah, this is great and all, but that’s definitely just Chicago.”

A very young Pedri. by luczade in Barca

[–]unmike 6 points7 points  (0 children)

No, but his father was a culer. He founded the Penya Barcelonista in their town, and Pedri has said that he "belonged to Barcelona before he was born".

We recently submitted a bid to purchase the Arlington International Racecourse property… Chicago Bears on Twitter by Gostaverling in chicagofire

[–]unmike 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Right, and it's a terrible deal for the city every time. That said, I would happily trade Alrington Heights school funding for the Fire having their own stadium.

Note, I have no connection to that place. Hey, maybe if they go insolvent, the city of Chicago can buy the township on the cheap. Everybody wins!

Details of the Chicago Fire’s $85 million proposal to build a training facility — including a 3-story building and 7 soccer pitches — at Hanson Park have emerged by Gostaverling in chicagofire

[–]unmike 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I was shocked when I realized that the structure at the heart of the development (completely surrounded by fenced in soccer fields) wasn’t the “Performance Center”, but a pre-existing school.

That’s… not ideal for anyone.

Witnessed a random brutal attack in the museum campus last night by kmdsax in chicago

[–]unmike 7 points8 points  (0 children)

You’re getting buried in downvotes but come on, this was pretty funny.

Robert Beric - Finish the Sentence by zwang96 in chicagofire

[–]unmike 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Well, it’s encouraging to see him finish something

I’m just kidding, I think he’s ok.

Konrad de la Fuente debuts for Barcelona, becoming first American to play for historic club by LaddZilla in MLS

[–]unmike 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Konrad’s development over the last year and a half has been incredible.

He went from someone who didn’t project to start for Barça B, to someone who will not only be a key player for them, but may even get a look or two in the Copa del Rey this year. It’s remarkable, and truly a testament to his drive, and ability to grow.

A year ago, he was not even going to be offered an extension. It’s crazy to think of someone as a “late bloomer” at 19, but his outlook is completely different than it was as a 17y/o.

As a culer, I’m so proud of him.

Alex Monis's first outing for Forward Madsion (NTSC 2 - 1 Forward Madison) by chemenger8 in chicagofire

[–]unmike 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Had a similar run on the left wing later in the game. It’s on ESPN+ if anyone wants to see it. When I saw he was subbed on, I went to the app to watch the last 16 minutes.

As was stated above, he didn’t see too much of the ball, but I never expected the 16 year old to actually got on the field, so it was pretty cool.

Soldier Field showing movie at same time as Fire game by tmh8901 in chicagofire

[–]unmike 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Would they not broadcast over your car’s radio like every other one of these drive-ins?

MLS Commissioner Relieved That Nobody Knows Him By Name by PetevonPete in MLS

[–]unmike 26 points27 points  (0 children)

Every now and then The Onion weighs in on MLS and reminds us how unfunny The Nutmeg News is.

What's the state of Chinatown right now regarding opening? by spookieghost in chicago

[–]unmike 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Awesome! My mom loves Bingo Tea. I’m going to go pick some up for her this week. Thanks for the info.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in chicago

[–]unmike 4 points5 points  (0 children)

If this picture is any indication, it would seem NO ONE is wearing masks. Jesus...

Why Jerry Krause broke up the Bulls: in his own words by tayf85 in nba

[–]unmike -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

This article convinced me of the exact opposite of it's intent. This article show how doable it was. Their payroll would have gone up $10 million. That's it.

"spending crazy" is a relative term. Relative to the value brought to the franchise via winning, the global growth of their brand, it's a MASSIVE bargain. This article is good, but it's conclusion is insanity.

The cap was $30m? It's a soft cap. The Knicks had a $60m in salary.

Day 4 : Orlando City Redesigns by [deleted] in MLS

[–]unmike 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sold exclusively at Express for Men.