Dempsey’s Debut at Fulham
January 22, 2007
This past weekend, Clint Dempsey debuted in his first English
Premier League game for Fulham when he entered as a substitute for Volz
during the 81st min, in which Fulham drew Tottenham 1-1. Although he
only saw a few moments of playing time - he was involved in the play
that resulted in their lone goal, as he beat Robbie Keane to a loose
ball which ended up with Montella’s 84th-minute penalty.
"The atmosphere on Saturday was great, and we’ve got good home
support," Dempsey said Monday. "The level is obviously higher (than
MLS) but if I had to make a comparison I would say it’s similar to
playing for the national team - everyone around you is a good player."
Dempsey’s
appearance in the match was the first time that three Americans have
played together at the same time for a English Premier team, when he
joined Brian McBride and Carlos Bocanegra on the pitch. With the # of
quality American players in the EPL, as well as others being
approached, this goes to show how our players are beginning to advance
to the next level and being considered on the world football stage.
Just think, although Gooch is currently being approached by Chelsea, he
turned down an offer with Fulham, which could have put 4 Americans on
the field as well. Add this to the the fact that Americans own
Manchester United and Aston Villa, on top of the news out today that an
American businessman has put in an offer to purchase Liverpool, the US
is taking charge overseas in more ways than one!
GO USA!!!
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