Gabriele Marcotti, Senior Writer for ESPN FC, shares his wishes for the New Year, including a call for FIFA President Gianni Infantino to address World Cup bidding processes, recognition of the need for sustainable transfer spending, and support for successful women’s continental competitions. He also highlights the importance of adapting development models for the women’s game and other confederations, and calls for transparency from A22 regarding the Super League. As Major League Soccer approaches its 30th season, he urges reflection on defining success in the league.
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Trump in the Circle: Wrestling and the battle for American masculinity
In March, the NCAA Division I Men’s Wrestling Championships showcased historic moments, including Carter Starocci becoming the first five-time D-I national champion and Wyatt Hendrickson defeating Olympic champion Gable Steveson, while Donald Trump made a notable appearance alongside prominent figures like Elon Musk. Despite mixed feelings among fans, many wrestlers embraced Trump, highlighting a paradox between his lack of athletic background and the sport's core values of accountability. This event underscored wrestling's struggle for visibility...
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