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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 Norton3 years 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 Jaramillo4 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 Liikanen4 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 Elizabeth4 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 Alexander4 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 Alexander5 years ago in Cleats
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The Captain’s Currency: A Guide to Derek Jeter and His Rookie Cards
Before he was "The Captain," five-time World Series champion, and a first-ballot Hall of Famer, Derek Jeter was just a skinny kid from Kalamazoo with a high-ceiling and a dream of wearing pinstripes. Drafted 6th overall in 1992, Jeter didn't just meet the massive expectations of New York; he transcended them. His 1996 season remains the gold standard for debuts, where he hit .314 and won the AL Rookie of the Year award while leading the Yankees to their first title in 18 years. This combination of "clutch" DNA and a flawless off-field persona turned Jeter into a global icon, making his rookie cards the "blue-chip" stocks of the sports collecting world.
By Rookie Card Pricesabout 14 hours ago in Cleats
Top 5 Highest Successful Chases by New Zealand Against India in ODIs
New Zealand has always been a strong team when it comes to chasing big totals in One Day Internationals (ODIs). Over the years, they have produced some unforgettable performances against India. In this article, we explore the top 5 highest successful chases by New Zealand against India in ODIs. These matches highlight New Zealand's batting depth, strategic approach, and ability to handle pressure against a strong Indian bowling attack.
By Sports Record and Stats about 23 hours ago in Cleats
Snow Bear. AI-Generated.
Sometimes, the stories that stay with us the longest are the ones we stumble upon without any intention. I was scrolling through YouTube Shorts the way I often do—absent-mindedly, in between thoughts, not really searching for anything. When a clip mentioning this animated short film appeared, my first instinct was familiar: I’ll watch it later. I almost always say that. Life gets busy, days move fast, and small things like this often get pushed aside.
By N. K. Sohia day ago in Cleats
Mikel Arteta vs Liam Rosenior: A Managerial Clash Ahead of the Carabao Cup Semi-Final
Chelsea and Arsenal have a long history of competitive domestic encounters. This semi-final is particularly intriguing due to the managerial contrast. Chelsea recently appointed Liam Rosenior as their head coach, following the departure of Enzo Maresca just weeks earlier. Rosenior moved from Strasbourg to take charge of one of England's most high-profile jobs.
By Sports Record and Stats a day ago in Cleats
The Incomplete Mayo Cut Plug collector set
If you grew up around New England collectors, you probably heard about certain cards the same way older relatives talked about Ted Williams or Fenway before the renovations. Not as things they owned, but as things they once crossed paths with. An uncle might mention a tobacco card from the 1890s that passed through a local shop years ago, handled carefully, talked about for a bit, and then gone. More often than not, he was talking about the 1895 Mayo Cut Plug cards. The story usually carried a sense that you had missed something important.
By Glen Campbella day ago in Cleats
Indiana Football Faces a Defining Season of Hope and Uncertainty
Indiana football has never been the loudest voice in college football. It has never been the program people casually expect to dominate Saturdays. Yet that is exactly why it matters so deeply to those who follow it. Every season begins with quiet hope, shaped by past disappointment and stubborn loyalty. This year feels different, but not in an easy way. Indiana football stands at a crossroads, carrying the weight of rebuilding, belief, and patience. Fans are not asking for miracles. They are asking for signs. Signs that effort is paying off. Signs that the program knows who it is becoming. This season is less about headlines and more about identity. And that makes it one of the most important years Indiana football has faced in a long time.
By Muqadas khan3 days ago in Cleats
Top 10 Most Played Sports in the World
Finding out which games are the most played sports in the world is not simple because millions of people play sports casually in parks, streets, homes, and schools without registration. Many players are not officially counted, so exact numbers are difficult to measure. That is why this list focuses mainly on organised participation, such as players registered in clubs, leagues, teams, and official competitions. These numbers come from international sports bodies and research studies that track participation across countries.
By Sports Record and Stats 3 days ago in Cleats
Top 5 Lowest Totals Defended in SA20 History
T20 cricket is famous for big shots, quick scoring, and high totals. Teams often post huge scores, and batters usually dominate matches. But sometimes cricket reminds everyone that bowlers and pressure can still control the game. Some matches in SA20 show that even small scores can be defended with discipline and smart tactics. These moments give us the list of the lowest totals defended in SA20 history.
By Sports Record and Stats 3 days ago in Cleats
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