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Santiago Leon and Jorge Delgado recaps Lionel Messi’s hat trick and Argentina’s win vs Algeria. Then preview Colombia vs Uzbekistan. Contributors Santiago Leon – @sleonJorge Delgado
Why Does America Call It Soccer? The History Behind the Name
For much of the world, the sport is known simply as “football.” Yet in the United States and Canada, it is commonly called “soccer.” The difference has sparked countless debates among sports fans, especially during major tournaments like the FIFA World Cup. But the truth is that the word “soccer” actually has roots in Britain,…