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Author: Jared Mercer

A photographer, director and writer who since graduating from the Film program at the University of Regina has been working mainly in the entertainment fields. Through a passion of football, both playing and coaching, I have started writing about the game with in-depth tactical analysis' for my own magazine Field of View. I have since began publishing my work on footy blogs online.
Whitecaps v Galaxy - take two

Whitecaps v Galaxy – take two

April 22, 2014 by Jared Mercer

Jared Mercer reports on a big game from MLS where Steven Beitashour ran free against a diamond midfield.

Egyptian riots to continue

Egyptian riots to continue

February 8, 2013 by Jared Mercer

Jared Mercer looks at last year’s incident in Egypt which rocked not just African, but world football.

The German Way

The German Way

December 14, 2012 by Jared Mercer

Jared Mercer takes a detailed look at how German teams have gotten themselves back amongst Europe’s elite.

Galaxy make it two in a row

Galaxy make it two in a row

December 5, 2012 by Jared Mercer

Jared Mercer gives his perspective on the weekend’s MLS Cup.

Harry Redknapp's QPR revival

Harry Redknapp’s QPR revival

November 30, 2012 by Jared Mercer

Jared Mercer discusses the return to management of one of football’s most loved and hated figures.

Is Antonio Valencia a Man Utd number 7?

Is Antonio Valencia a Man Utd number 7?

November 22, 2012 by Jared Mercer

Jared Mercer discusses Antonio Valencia’s role at Manchester United and the expectations that come with wearing a prestigious number.

A decade of AS Roma and a return to Zdenek Zeman

A decade of AS Roma and a return to Zdenek Zeman

September 19, 2012 by Jared Mercer

Jared Mercer takes a detailed look at the last ten years for i Giallorossi.

Trading places - Cassano and Pazzini

Trading places – Cassano and Pazzini

September 9, 2012 by Jared Mercer

Jared Mercer looks at the summer’s big swap deal in Italy.

Rennie’s midseason reshuffle at Vancouver

Rennie’s midseason reshuffle at Vancouver

August 1, 2012 by Jared Mercer

Jared Mercer discusses some changes for the Whitecaps, including a couple of big transfers.

The state of Canadian soccer defectors

The state of Canadian soccer defectors

July 19, 2012 by Jared Mercer

Jared Mercer gives us the lowdown on the football situation in Canada.

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