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Why do Americans call football “soccer?” (and American football “football?”)

Why do Americans call football “soccer?” (and American football “football?”) | image tagged in funny,demotivationals,world cup,soccer,usa,england | made w/ Imgflip demotivational maker
711 views • 4 upvotes • Made by Malus_bharatensis 2 years ago in fun
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2 Comments
Berky
0 ups, 2y
Probably to distinguish it from European 'football' and American football
CostaRicaBallTheMemelord
0 ups, 2y
Yet England was only named world champions in 1966 and Soccer is more popular in Spanish and Portugese-speaking countries
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