USA league games

[Jazzie]

I've actually watched a couple of the USA league games ... would like to hear some comments on comparison of the local games versus the USA league games. Not the structure or the running of the league, just the ability and watchability (if there is such a word), ... you get my drift. Moderators, feel free to transfer if you feel it isn't appropriate.

 

[marinermick]

I've actually watched a couple of the USA league games ... would like to hear some comments on comparison of the local games versus the USA league games. Not the structure or the running of the league, just the ability and watchability (if there is such a word), ... you get my drift. Moderators, feel free to transfer if you feel it isn't appropriate.

MLS is a stronger league than the A-League.

I watched a few games on ESPN and the standard is quite good. Lots of Hispanics, central Americans and South Americans playing so technically it is quite good.

 

[FFC Mariner]

Not as physical as our league but much higher quality.

 

[goingtoadisco]

I have not watched much so i cant say much exceot there are more flashing lights.

 

[dibo]

i get the feeling that the tactics and team structures are tighter here. Teams seem to be more easily broken down by individual skill than here.

I remember reading that our worst paid players are significantly better paid than theirs and that would be a contributor - a tactically strong side is still only as strong as its weakest player. The weaker the bottom end players the weaker the structure. However, the money that brings players like Cuauhtemoc Blanco, Juan-Pablo Angel, Freddi Ljungberg and David Beckham guarantees that you'll see some quality players and good skills on show.