Argentina's Under 20s finally looked a competent side in the Sudamericano Sub 20 on Sunday night, as they became the first side in the competition to beat their Brazilian counterparts, and shot themselves right back into contention for a London 2012 Olympic Games qualifying slot. Gabriel 'don't call me Rogelio' Funes Mori opened the scoring... Continue Reading →
Catching up: Argentina U20s beat Peru
I'm slowly getting used to being back in Buenos Aires, so it's probably about time I posted the goal video of Argentina's 2-1 win against Peru in the Sudamericano Sub 20 on Wednesday evening. Rogelio Funes Mori - yes! - and Bruno Zuculini (Franco's younger brother) scored the goals, the latter near the end, as... Continue Reading →
Argentina’s Under 20 squad announced, and the transfer latest
With little going on during the summer break, HEGS has been quiet as I've been earning some spending money whilst on my visit to England, and seeing friends. Off the pitch though, some transfer dealing has been happening, and some of it at least is nearing possible conclusions. Rogelio Funes Mori's transfer to Benfica collapsed... Continue Reading →
Floating down the river
My latest piece for ESPN Soccernet takes a look at what's becoming an increasingly deep rut for Ángel Cappa and his River Plate team, even as the fans have been adjusting to finally having a president they don't mind being in charge at the club. Diego Buonanotte and Rogelio Funes Mori are discussed, as well... Continue Reading →