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Letter to the editor: Relishing soccer’s showcase, pitying those who snark

Por: Portland Press Herald Opinion December 17, 2022

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In response to reader Gerry Brown of Cape Elizabeth regarding World Cup coverage (Letter to the editor, ): He is annoyed with soccer terminology in World Cup TV broadcasts. Is he also annoyed by the terms “birdie” and “eagle” when watching golf? Or perhaps he is annoyed by the terms “love” and “ace” when watching tennis? I’m guessing he’s not, even though golf and tennis are also British sports. Why the hostility toward... + full article



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