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Seeing a Game at Charlton Athletic
American travel writer Rick Steves calls his business “Europe Through the Back Door,” and he always encourages people to be “a temporary local.” I have taken this philosophy to heart in my English soccer exploits, and it regularly sends me … Continue reading
Watching Soccer Games in England: FAQ From an American Expert
Watching soccer in England is a truly enjoyable experience. I’ve done quite a lot of it myself, making it to more than 100 games at 60+ different clubs, including every club in the Premier League and all but a few in the Championship. … Continue reading
Top Derbies in the 2021-22 English Football Season
With the usual disclaimer that actual dates might change a bit for television or Cup ties, especially in the Premier League, here are the top derbies in English football’s top two tiers for the 2021-22 season. Be sure to click … Continue reading
What is the UEFA Champions League?
The short answer is that the UEFA Champions League is the club championship of Europe, and probably, therefore, the most prestigious football competition in the world other than the World Cup. Also, somewhat strangely, it’s not a league; it’s a … Continue reading


