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Is soccer taking over America … or are Americans taking over football?
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American ownership of European soccer clubs has increased significantly, with Americans now owning over 40 European clubs including Premier League and Serie A champions, prompting concerns among traditionalists about the "Americanization" of the sport.
Is soccer taking over America … or are Americans taking over football?
Not all soccer fans are happy with American interest in their clubs.
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Soccer purists have long feared the “Americanization” of the game. But in one key respect, it is already happening: ownership.
Americans now own more than 40 European soccer clubs, including current English Premier League champion Arsenal, Italian Serie A champion Inter Milan and storied teams such as Manchester United and Liverpool. Americans are also investing heavily in the lower leagues, taking owne
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