Why Goalies Hate the New World Cup Soccer Ball
Kind of funny that the one piece of equipment that is used for this sport can be so significantly altered without a huge uproar of protest and controversy.
I compare this to the gear-heavy sports (baseball, football, golf) where equipment is tested and sanctioned, and there is a lot of controversy when anything changes.
I also wonder if this is a conscious effort on the part of soccer to woo the American audience. If the new ball promotes more goals, and the biggest isssue with American proto-fans is not enough scoring / action, too many nil-nil games, maybe the new ball will help.....
Dumbing down soccer?
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