Posts Tagged ‘IFX Soccer’
40 facts that may surprise you about Italian Culture!
October 12th, 2018
The Italian Republic is a nation fully aware of its long and rich history. Its culture has inspired others in different fields such as science, cuisine, religion, customs among others. Nowadays, many Italian brands lead the world ranking in their respective niches and we perhaps should expect nothing less from a people whose Capital city is more than 3000 years old. Whether you are planning to spend a study year-long program in Italy or you’re going to take a vacation in this beautiful peninsula, and you are curious about this fascinating country, we present you 40 facts that might surprise you about Italian Culture. We believe that these interesting subjects will help you to break the ice with locals and allow you to squeeze your time in Italy enjoying its own special features. Read the rest of this entry »
The Italian Republic is a nation fully aware of its long and rich history. Its culture has inspired others in different fields such as science, cuisine, religion, customs among others. Nowadays, many Italian brands lead the world ranking in their respective niches and we perhaps should expect nothing less from a people whose Capital city is more than 3000 years old. Whether you are planning to spend a study year-long program in Italy or you’re going to take a vacation in this beautiful peninsula, and you are curious about this fascinating country, we present you 40 facts that might surprise you about Italian Culture. We believe that these interesting subjects will help you to break the ice with locals and allow you to squeeze your time in Italy enjoying its own special features. Read the rest of this entry »
IFX University Program participant Antonio Schoenegger to ASV VACH II
October 1st, 2018
Fürth, Germany. As reported on our social media some days ago, the signing of young talented Antonio Schoenegger by the German soccer club ASV VACH is official. The 18 years old North American soccer player was added to the ASV VACH II for 2018-19 season under the coach Fabian Müller who is pleased to add another quality player to his team and upgrade its depth at the striker position. IFX representatives in Germany stated that club´s managers showed their interest in Antonio after he underwent soccer tryouts held at the Vach complex in the district of Mannhof, and prior to the summer transfer window closure.
Fürth, Germany. As reported on our social media some days ago, the signing of young talented Antonio Schoenegger by the German soccer club ASV VACH is official. The 18 years old North American soccer player was added to the ASV VACH II for 2018-19 season under the coach Fabian Müller who is pleased to add another quality player to his team and upgrade its depth at the striker position. IFX representatives in Germany stated that club´s managers showed their interest in Antonio after he underwent soccer tryouts held at the Vach complex in the district of Mannhof, and prior to the summer transfer window closure.
Padilla transfers to local rival ASV Neumarkt!
February 12th, 2016
IFX newcomer Gabriel Padilla transfers to league leaders ASV Neumarkt for the remainder of the 2015-16 season.
Padilla, a native of Sacramento, California played collegiately for Georgetown University through 2012. Upon arriving to Germany for the IFX Pro Year Program, Padilla made a strong impression on the IFX Staff, as well as his former club SV Seligenporten. SV Seligenporten is one of the stronger semi-pro clubs in the region and has traditionally competed in the highest amateur division in Bavaria (Regionalliga and BayernLiga). In recent history the club has gone on to push several players on to higher divisions and traditional clubs throughout Germany. Former players include Dominik Stolz (SV Sandhausen- 2.Bundesliga) and Bernd Rosinger (1 FC Nürnberg II- Regionalliga Bayern / Wacker Burghausen- 3.Liga //Sportfreund Lotte-Regionalliga West).
IFX newcomer Gabriel Padilla transfers to league leaders ASV Neumarkt for the remainder of the 2015-16 season.
Padilla, a native of Sacramento, California played collegiately for Georgetown University through 2012. Upon arriving to Germany for the IFX Pro Year Program, Padilla made a strong impression on the IFX Staff, as well as his former club SV Seligenporten. SV Seligenporten is one of the stronger semi-pro clubs in the region and has traditionally competed in the highest amateur division in Bavaria (Regionalliga and BayernLiga). In recent history the club has gone on to push several players on to higher divisions and traditional clubs throughout Germany. Former players include Dominik Stolz (SV Sandhausen- 2.Bundesliga) and Bernd Rosinger (1 FC Nürnberg II- Regionalliga Bayern / Wacker Burghausen- 3.Liga //Sportfreund Lotte-Regionalliga West).
Jose Zamora on trial with San Fernando of Spanish Tercera Division
September 29th, 2015
American Jose Zamora of New Jersey, USA on extended trial with San Fernando
Cádiz, Spain – Since early September, Jose Zamora, a Midfielder in the Pro IFX Year IFX program, has been on trial with third division club San Fernando (Tercera Division). San Fernando, a close partner of IFX in the southern Spain region of Cádiz, has a long history of success at the highest tier of semi-professional and even professional football in Spain. Most recently San Fernando competed in Spain’s third highest division, Segunda B, a professional league just two tiers below the Spanish la Liga. After a disappointing 2013-14 season, San Fernando was relegated again to the Tercera Division in which they now compete.
American Jose Zamora of New Jersey, USA on extended trial with San Fernando
Cádiz, Spain – Since early September, Jose Zamora, a Midfielder in the Pro IFX Year IFX program, has been on trial with third division club San Fernando (Tercera Division). San Fernando, a close partner of IFX in the southern Spain region of Cádiz, has a long history of success at the highest tier of semi-professional and even professional football in Spain. Most recently San Fernando competed in Spain’s third highest division, Segunda B, a professional league just two tiers below the Spanish la Liga. After a disappointing 2013-14 season, San Fernando was relegated again to the Tercera Division in which they now compete.
AFC Bournemouth earns promotion into the Barclays Premier League
April 29th, 2015
NÜRNBERG , GERMANY – PRO IFX YEAR GERMANY
IFX’s Aidan Tucker (Brooklyn, New York) and his Bayernliga U19 club team – SG Quelle Fürth- defeated Al Wasl of the United Arab Emirates Pro League 3-2 in a midweek preseason friendly at the FC Nürnberg training grounds. Both clubs are preparing for the beginning of their respective campaigns. SG Quelle Fürth was in contention last season to get promotion into the Youth Bundesliga but narrowly missed out. Al Wasl (Dubai) finished last season in 9th place and play in Zabeel Stadium, which houses 12,000 spectators. Tucker lined up on the right side of a four-man backline but would later push forward and take over the right side of midfield. Tucker was replaced with 15 minutes remaining on the evening.
NÜRNBERG , GERMANY – PRO IFX YEAR GERMANY
IFX’s Aidan Tucker (Brooklyn, New York) and his Bayernliga U19 club team – SG Quelle Fürth- defeated Al Wasl of the United Arab Emirates Pro League 3-2 in a midweek preseason friendly at the FC Nürnberg training grounds. Both clubs are preparing for the beginning of their respective campaigns. SG Quelle Fürth was in contention last season to get promotion into the Youth Bundesliga but narrowly missed out. Al Wasl (Dubai) finished last season in 9th place and play in Zabeel Stadium, which houses 12,000 spectators. Tucker lined up on the right side of a four-man backline but would later push forward and take over the right side of midfield. Tucker was replaced with 15 minutes remaining on the evening.
Tracking the rise of a German U21 International in 2 Years
January 28th, 2015
From the Regionalliga Bayern & Champions League to the Premier League
The last time we checked in on Emre Can (season 2012-2013) he was a regular on the Bayern München Reserve squad playing in the Regionalliga Bayern; the 4th tier in the German league system behind the full time professional 3.Liga.
Emre caught our eyes during the Regionalliga Bayern match against VfL Frohnlach, where then IFX player Zachary Mahon was playing. Champions League Winner, DFB Pokal and League Winner at Bayern München, Can is now eying a full national team call up.
From the Regionalliga Bayern & Champions League to the Premier League
The last time we checked in on Emre Can (season 2012-2013) he was a regular on the Bayern München Reserve squad playing in the Regionalliga Bayern; the 4th tier in the German league system behind the full time professional 3.Liga.
Emre caught our eyes during the Regionalliga Bayern match against VfL Frohnlach, where then IFX player Zachary Mahon was playing. Champions League Winner, DFB Pokal and League Winner at Bayern München, Can is now eying a full national team call up.
IFX Soccer-Germany Player Recap- Fall 2014
January 20th, 2015
Regionalliga Südwest
KSV Baunatal (Tristan Watson)
Tristan Watson [Fupa Link] has started in 3 Regionalliga Südwest matches after transferring from ASV Neumarkt during the 2014 summer transfer window. The Toronto native has played in 7 matches; highlighted against SVN Zweibrucken (full match), FC Nottingen (60 minutes played) and former Bundesliga side TuS Koblenz (1-0 Win; 34 minutes played withdrawn because of injury).
Regionalliga Südwest
KSV Baunatal (Tristan Watson)
Tristan Watson [Fupa Link] has started in 3 Regionalliga Südwest matches after transferring from ASV Neumarkt during the 2014 summer transfer window. The Toronto native has played in 7 matches; highlighted against SVN Zweibrucken (full match), FC Nottingen (60 minutes played) and former Bundesliga side TuS Koblenz (1-0 Win; 34 minutes played withdrawn because of injury).
Canadian native Gabriel Antonello Dalpra joins TSV Winkelhaid
September 8th, 2014
TSV Winkelhaid signs Canadian winger for 2014-15 season
Today we introduce another new player for the 2014-2015 season in Germany. Gabriel Antonello Dalprà is a 20 year old midfielder from Canada of Argentine descent. Dalprà joins TSV Winkelhaid.
Q: Gabriel, can you give us a brief introduction to yourself including your name, where you are from and your position on the field.
TSV Winkelhaid signs Canadian winger for 2014-15 season
Today we introduce another new player for the 2014-2015 season in Germany. Gabriel Antonello Dalprà is a 20 year old midfielder from Canada of Argentine descent. Dalprà joins TSV Winkelhaid.
Q: Gabriel, can you give us a brief introduction to yourself including your name, where you are from and your position on the field.