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Here's The Origin And Meaning Behind Players Celebrating By Forming Fingers Into An 'A'

I’ve been scratching my head all week wondering why various players form their fingers into a letter “A” after scoring a goal. This past weekend Ben Chilwell, Ross Barkley and Jack Grealish all formed the letter “A” after scoring. So what is this letter A goal celebration anyway?

Even After His Team Was Smashed By Zlatan, Carlos Vela Insists He’s The Better Player

I understand professional sports are full of trash talk and bravado; the unnecessary and macho behavior is everywhere. But there is a time and place for such brashness, and following a heavy defeat is certainly not one of them. That said, the Zlatan vs Vela rivalry is becoming one of the best reasons to watch MLS this season.

Neymar’s Family Life: How The Footballer’s Parents, Sister And Son Motivate His Every Move

Neymar da Silva Santos Júnior, commonly known as Neymar, is one of the most popular footballers on the planet. As an adolescent, his passion for the sport blossomed, and his skills developed quickly. But how has Neymar family life impacted the footballer's every decision?

France’s New World Cup Jerseys Mark A Bold Break With Tradition For Les Bleus

In Antoine Griezmann, Alex Lacazette, Anthony Martial, Olivier Giroud, Dimitri Payet, Ousmane Dembele, Nabil Fekir, Kylian Mbappe, Kevin Gameiro and the ostracized Karim Benzema, France possess 10 forwards that, if hypothetically American, would waltz into the discussion of the greatest U.S. attacker of all-time. 

It’s an embarrassment of attacking riches, especially when coupled with the dreamy midfield play of players like Paul Pogba, Thomas Lemar, Kingsley Coman and Corentin Tolisso. 

5 Fun Rules From 1863 FIFA Needs To Consider Bringing Back

Soccer was a different game when, in 1863, the Football Association finalized the original rules of football. Many laws of the game have been added, morphed or have disappeared completely. 

But a few of the original rules of football could make for some interesting soccer if they were to be brought back.

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