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Some More Thoughts on This Whole “Soccer” Situation
Once again, I shall wade into dangerous cultural waters. But this whole thing about Americans calling the world’s most popular game “soccer” just keeps coming up in lots of ways, and I have some more thoughts on it. First, as … Continue reading
My Night in The Den:
Seeing a Game at Millwall FC
I stepped off the train, onto the platform, and into what I assumed would be the usual London-area train station: people coming and going, lively street down below, if I’m lucky a coffee shop on the platform. This is particularly … Continue reading
“Stadium” vs “Ground” in English Football
What is the difference between a stadium and a ground in English football? This is something I thought I had all figured out; ground is simply what British people call a stadium. Not so, I am beginning to understand. As … Continue reading
Seeing a Game at Bristol City FC
Seems to me that seeing a game at Bristol City FC is like arriving at the intersection of small-town, community football and the modern age. This is meant as a compliment on both accounts, by the way. I love the … Continue reading
