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All the stuff being covered outside the unfriendly confines of the award-winning Dirty Tackle...

Mirko Vucinic wins. [YouTube]

The LA Galaxy get to play with a special silver ball next season, like the one everyone complained about in the MLS Cup final. [KCKRS]

Man United have an opportunity to entertain in the Europa League. [TFB]

Mr. Zonal Marking on whether Spurs should keep Emmanuel Adebayor. [LaP]

Our friends at Pitch Invasion have a new book out. Check it: [Pitch Invasion]

What is Fernando Torres wearing on his head? [Kickette]

The 10 greatest long balls in football history. [STI]

Top 10 boots of 2011. [TOW]

NHL goalie has custom helmet featuring Ned Flanders and Leo Messi. [IGM]

Luis Suarez: One Angry Man. [TPS]