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Thank You, European, for Being So Damn Smart
Dear European, I know you’re smarter than me. How do I know? Because you tell me. Anyway, I’ve come across
These World Cup Population Numbers Will Blow Your Mind
World Cup population numbers are for the worldly—and the weirdly obsessive. Without formally committing to either category, I’ve created this
I’m Officially an Idiot
On June 26, 2026, it became official—I’m an idiot. I’d like to thank my fellow human beings—without you, I would
Why Does India Suck at Soccer?
Why does India suck at soccer? Shall we call it the (Asian) elephant in the room? No, I’m not being
Why I Love the FIFA 15
The stereotype—let’s just say it’s having a moment. Have you heard of the FIFA 15? Allow me to explain. Experience,
Who the Hell Should I Root For?!
Who the hell should I root for? I asked rhetorically. Because deep down, I didn’t want an answer. I didn’t
The US Is Worldly As Hell
The US is worldly as hell Te estoy hablando a ti Toi, qui penses que nous sommes stupides Here
Why the World Cup Gave the Great Lakes the Shaft
There are two responses to why the World Cup gave the Great Lakes the shaft. First, it didn’t. And second,
Stop Blaming the Dumb American for “Soccer”
Soccer and the US—what can I say? It’s complicated. It’s the sport for everyone, except here, where it’s for wealthy
This Is One of the World’s Most Beautiful Cities?!
I know the truth. You don’t listen to me when it comes to finding the world’s most beautiful cities. How
Thank You, European, for Being So Damn Smart
Dear European, I know you’re smarter than me. How do I know? Because you tell me. Anyway, I’ve come across
These World Cup Population Numbers Will Blow Your Mind
World Cup population numbers are for the worldly—and the weirdly obsessive. Without formally committing to either category, I’ve created this
I’m Officially an Idiot
On June 26, 2026, it became official—I’m an idiot. I’d like to thank my fellow human beings—without you, I would
Why Does India Suck at Soccer?
Why does India suck at soccer? Shall we call it the (Asian) elephant in the room? No, I’m not being
Why I Love the FIFA 15
The stereotype—let’s just say it’s having a moment. Have you heard of the FIFA 15? Allow me to explain. Experience,
Who the Hell Should I Root For?!
Who the hell should I root for? I asked rhetorically. Because deep down, I didn’t want an answer. I didn’t
The US Is Worldly As Hell
The US is worldly as hell Te estoy hablando a ti Toi, qui penses que nous sommes stupides Here
Why the World Cup Gave the Great Lakes the Shaft
There are two responses to why the World Cup gave the Great Lakes the shaft. First, it didn’t. And second,
Stop Blaming the Dumb American for “Soccer”
Soccer and the US—what can I say? It’s complicated. It’s the sport for everyone, except here, where it’s for wealthy
This Is One of the World’s Most Beautiful Cities?!
I know the truth. You don’t listen to me when it comes to finding the world’s most beautiful cities. How