Luminous, consummate and magical, the King of Soccer was Blackness in action.
Tag: Soccer
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Pelé, the Global Face of Soccer, Dies at 82
Pelé, who was declared a national treasure in his native Brazil, achieved worldwide celebrity and helped popularize the sport in the United States.
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Far From the World Cup, the Essence of Argentine Soccer Expands Its Reach
The “potrero” circuit around Buenos Aires recalls the game’s early, rawer beginnings with a gifted style of play the country has become known for.
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The Premier League Is Back, With Quite an Act to Follow
The Premier League will play on Boxing Day because the Premier League always plays on Boxing Day. But the title race changed over the World Cup break.
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Shakhtar Donetsk Claims FIFA Rule Is Hurting Teams From Ukraine
A hearing will be held over a rule that allows overseas players to suspend their contracts with Ukrainian teams during the Russian invasion.