Before getting to the business of football, a thought after doing a couple of speaking engagements last week to groups who know football mostly as fútbol.
American vs. European Model
I spoke to a couple of groups from UEFA, both front office executives for soccer clubs and former players, including the world-famous Kaká (quite a good student). As I prepared for my talks comparing the American sports system and the European landscape, I, as I always seem to be, was struck by the contrast.
