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English Soccer Game Day:
Nottingham Forest vs. Fulham
If you knew nothing of English soccer, and you happened to come into contact with Nottingham Forest Football Club today, you might come to think their history began in about 1977 and essentially ended sometime around 1990. And these days, … Continue reading
English Soccer Game Day: West Ham’s New Home
As I have traveled around England these last few years, going to 100 games and counting, I have noticed a trend which I recognize from the America of my youth. England is busily tearing down, or “rebuilding,” their old grounds … Continue reading
English Soccer Tour, From Portland to Bristol
It’s pretty remarkable, and gratitude-inducing, to note that what was once extraordinary in my life has settled into something of a routine. This occurred to me as I approached UK Customs at Heathrow Airport. What I used to think, and … Continue reading
English Soccer Tour: Visiting Newcastle
When you’re in Newcastle, it’s nearly impossible to get away from Newcastle United. Sure, on occasion you’ll come across someone who doesn’t follow football, or who drifted off when they got relegated a couple years ago, but even then, they … Continue reading
