Precedent

Bill Simmons, aka the Sports Guy from ESPN.com, went through a similar process after the 06 World Cup. He chronicled his decision-making process in gory detail:

http://sports.espn.go.com/espn/page2/story?page=simmons/060719
http://sports.espn.go.com/espn/page2/story?page=simmons/060719_2

Now, I can't even begin to tell you how many problems there are with many of the "facts" in this thing. But, if nothing else, it's a good place to start.

Also, you gotta come up with your list of requirements or priorities. What do you want out of your club? We'll go from there.

Wanted: One futbol team, in good condition, that goes well with beer

The NFL disgusts me. So does the NBA. Don’t get me wrong, I still love the football and basketball, but the American sports media and the assholes that get paid to play these games have driven me so far away that I can only handle the leagues in small doses. A few highlights here and there.

I’ll replace the NBA with more drinking. To replace the NFL, I want something that will compliment the additional booze: football, as in soccer, as in futbol.

I want a team that I can root for without a translator. I also want one that has an interesting history, a competitive future, and a bar in New York City where I can watch games with other drunkards. A star player or two, and cool uniforms are also welcome.

Suggestions, please.