Soccer: Killing The Golden Goose?

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Soccer: Killing The Golden Goose?

Soccer is the world's number one sport. Fans flock from all over the world to watch in big cities and in small villages to see their heroes in action. Influential players such as Pele, Maradona, Renaldo, and Messi have thrilled us. True fans live and die with their team's experiences in both victory and defeat. Many fans have become disenchanted with the state of the game. Astronomical costs for tickets and merchandise have skyrocketed over the years. This pricing has left many ordinary fans unable to attend games or even offer support by purchasing a team shirt. The European governing body (UEFA) has been even less conspicuous in the big money grab.

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Los Angeles Olympian Task

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Los Angeles Olympian Task

In 2024, Paris put on a spectacular Olympic show that thrilled the world. Athletes who had trained for years to reach such heights excelled in sports as varied as gymnastics, breakdancing, and thrilling battles on the athletic track. Years from now, all eyes will be on Los Angeles for the 2028 games, and the wheels are already in motion to make it not only an athletic 'tour de force' but also a cultural one.

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Dikembe Mutombo, NBA legend and Hall of Famer, dies of brain cancer at 58

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Dikembe Mutombo, NBA legend and Hall of Famer, dies of brain cancer at 58

The NBA announced on Monday that Hall of Famer, humanitarian, and legendary shot blocker Dikembe Mutombo has died at 58. The cause of death was brain cancer, which he was diagnosed with back in Oct. 2022. Mutombo was surrounded by his family when he passed. Mutombo, originally from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, became one of the best defensive players of all time over his 18-year career.

Liz Roscher | September 30, 2024 at 12:57 PM

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150th Kentucky Derby in a Stunning Upset

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150th Kentucky Derby in a Stunning Upset

Mystik Dan took the roses in a three-horse photo finish, winning the 150th Kentucky Derby in a stunning upset. Mystic Dan outran Sierra Leone and Forever Young in one of the closest finishes in Derby history, ending in a finish so close that the winner wasn't immediately obvious.

By Theo Edwards
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Sierra Leone Wins the 2024 Toyota Blue Grass (G1)

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Sierra Leone Wins the 2024 Toyota Blue Grass (G1)

At least some good news: The horse named Sierra Leone won the 2024 Toyota Blue Grass Race in the U.S. The Toyota Blue Grass (G1), for 3-year-olds at 1+1/8 miles on the dirt, ran on Saturday, April 6, at Keeneland Race Course in Lexington, KY.

By Theo Edwards
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What is the way forward for African soccer?

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What is the way forward for African soccer?

The 2018 edition of the World Cup will probably be recognized as one of the best of all time.

Despite doubts about Russia hosting, we were treated to a spectacular soccer fiesta. We had heart-stopping drama, goals, and shocks as giants Germany and Argentina crashed out early. Headliners such as Messi and Neymar fell well short of the mark, and in the end, France were worthy champs.

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