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A Walking Tour of Norwich
As part of a spring 2017 English soccer tour, when I saw five games in five cities over 10 days, I spent a “day off” exploring the beautiful city of Norwich. After spending the previous day at the blistering East Anglian … Continue reading
English Soccer Tour: Spending a Day in Barnsley
After my one-day visit to Barnsley, I can say that it is a charming place with something of an inferiority complex. I spoke to several locals who seemed genuinely shocked that I was visiting from the States, and even when I … Continue reading
“Zombie Day” and a Badge Run to West Bromwich Albion
There are getting to be a few traditions on my English soccer trips. One is the arrival day, which I had yesterday and included a fine version of the Standard Customs Chat. Today it was time for two more: Zombie … Continue reading
English Soccer Touring:
Ah, the Rituals of Arrival
Here’s an example, from 2017, of what coming through UK customs for an English soccer trip used to be like. The new kiosks have screwed this all up. Coming through customs into the UK is starting to feel quite familiar. … Continue reading