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Why Did I Care?
The 2022 UEFA Women’s EURO competition has set attendance and viewing records. It’s been accompanied by a commendable and long-needed rise in campaigning against misogyny and online abuse, including Not Her Problem and Her Game Too. These are fantastic strides in the right direction, and send an overwhelmingly positive message to future generations of players and fans, of any gender, that they are welcome participants in the world’s most popular sport. It’s wonderful to see how far we’ve come in respecting women as athletes. But this progress also serves as a stark reminder to me of my participation in a shameful culture of holding women back.
By Madeleine Nortonabout a year ago in Cleats
Charlotte FC is Ready to Party
When Major League Soccer became the prominent professional soccer league in the US in 1996, no one could have imagined it would grow into the multi-billion-dollar league it is today. At the start average attendance numbers rarely exceeded 15,000, eight of the ten teams were renting stadiums from NFL teams, and the league lost an estimated 250 million dollars in its first five years of existence. A stark contrast to the 28-team league we have today.
By Connor Jaramillo2 years ago in Cleats
Why Maradona Is God , And Messi Isn't
Somewhere around 2013, I was at the gym, finishing my workout on the treadmill, when I glanced at the door and saw a short, chubby man walk in the door, followed by a bleach-blond woman 30 years younger and a personal trainer three times his size. His attitude was that of someone who owned not just the gym, but the whole city.
By Taru Anniina Liikanen3 years ago in Cleats
Reconciling With Mistakes: A Football Point of View
2021 had a lot of football moments. The 2020 Euro Cup alone saw more own goals than the whole history of the tournament. And, in most cases, these own goals led to the defeat of the team. This made me think about the mental health issues faced by the players and the ways in which they deal with their mistakes on the ground.
By A Elizabeth3 years ago in Cleats
The Life and Times of Romelu Lukaku
Romelu Menama Lukaku Bolingoli, aka Romelu Lukaku, was born in 1993 in Antwerp, Belgium to parents of Congolese descent, and when he played his first game for a senior club for Anderlecht at age 16 in the Belgian Pro League there was little sign that he would one day move to Chelsea Football Club in Kensington, London for a club-record £97.5 million ($135m USD).
By Hamish Alexander3 years ago in Cleats
At Long, Long Last, the Champions League Final
The Champions League final between Manchester City and Chelsea to crown the best soccer team in Europe — even though the two sides both hail from the UK — was always going to be hyped as one of those games where both sides overthink things.
By Hamish Alexander3 years ago in Cleats
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Watch Video : Mark Wood’s 90 mph In-Swinger Astonishes Fans as England Dominates at Edgbaston
The England vs. West Indies Test series in July 2024 has been an exciting part of the 2023-2025 ICC World Test Championship. The series includes three Test matches played at renowned venues in England.
By Cricket Trackerabout 12 hours ago in Cleats
Trent Boult reveals the Indian Batsman who has playing him best!
Trent Boult, born on July 22, 1989, in Rotorua, New Zealand, is one of the premier fast bowlers in contemporary cricket. Renowned for his lethal swing bowling, Boult has carved a niche for himself as a leading strike bowler for New Zealand across all formats of the game. From an early age, Boult exhibited a natural talent for bowling, which was honed through his schooling at Otumoetai College and further developed in the New Zealand domestic circuit. His breakthrough came when he was selected for the New Zealand U-19 team for the 2008 ICC U-19 Cricket World Cup. His performance there laid the foundation for his future in international cricket.
By Cricket Trackerabout 12 hours ago in Cleats
Breaking news : This news will definitely shock you!
Cricket, often referred to as a gentleman's game, has evolved significantly since its inception. This sport, deeply rooted in tradition, has embraced change and innovation, making it one of the most popular and widely watched sports globally. The journey of cricket from its humble beginnings to its modern-day form is a testament to its enduring appeal and adaptability.
By Cricket Trackerabout 16 hours ago in Cleats
Morocco beat Argentina
In a dramatic opening match of the Olympic football tournament, Morocco defeated Argentina 2-1 after a chaotic fan invasion on Wednesday. The game, held in the French eastern city, saw play suspended with the score tied at 2-2, and was ultimately decided following a lengthy VAR review.
By Iqbal Lodhi2 days ago in Cleats
Breaking News : 4 Big Transfers in IPL 2025
4 big players to change their teams, scroll down to read the name of teams they will play for! The next IPL Mega Auction is expected to span two days, similar to the 2022 auction. Historically, the auction has taken place in February (2022) and December (2023, 2024). Hence, the IPL 2025 Auction could be scheduled for either December 2024 or February 2025. Following the conclusion of the 17th season, the IPL chairman has provided significant updates about the upcoming auction.
By Cricket Tracker4 days ago in Cleats
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