Goldenchild escribió: "Although the world of soccer is diametrically unknow to the United States, this excerpt shows that soccer is and will always be the most influential sport that the world has ever known. Below is a must read article that could somehow persuade people in the U.S to look this world-wild spread sport with greater consideration than they are used to.

Friday December 17, 1999

In claiming the award, Pele beat out a list of Olympic greats including Muhammad Ali and Carl Lewis. AP "

Panoramix escribió: "For the Haitian national team, playing at this level is already a great accomplishment. Martinique eliminated Jamaica. Haiti finished 2nd in the Copa Caribe by beating Martinique 5-0 in the semifinals, thus automatically qualified Haiti for the Gold Cup. For Haiti right now playing at this level is very important. The coach can only take them to a certain level, the rest has to be learned on the field. I was at the Haiti Vs. USA game two years ago, the offensive game was average, but the defense was less than amateur level. The team showed progress on both offense and defense. The coach used different game plans against Ecuador and Canada. It's not that one game plan is better than the other. It also depends on the ability of the players to accomplish what is required from them. The coach has proven that he can adjust the system to the player’s ability on the Ecuador game. Haitian fans want instant gratification and they let the team down as soon as they loose a game. The success of the team begins with the fan's support. Let's all keep in mind that we have a long way to go and appreciate the effort that is being put out. "