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August 31, 2021
Alex Shephard
The Plutocratic Takeover of European Soccer Is Nearly Complete
This year’s insane transfer-window period has illuminated the sport’s apocalyptic financial inequities.
August 9, 2021
Alex Shephard
Lionel Messi’s Depressing Departure From F.C. Barcelona Marks the End of European Football’s Romantic Era
The greatest player ever, much like fans of the sport, was left with no good options.
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Elaine Teng
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