Evaluation:
Published: 26.07.2006.
Language: English
Level: Secondary school
Literature: n/a
References: Not used
  • Essays 'The International Power of Soccer: From Africa to the Solomon Islands', 1.
  • Essays 'The International Power of Soccer: From Africa to the Solomon Islands', 2.
  • Essays 'The International Power of Soccer: From Africa to the Solomon Islands', 3.
Extract

Throughout the world, football has ingrained itself into the national culture of many countries, to the point were many peoples' lives revolve around the 'beautiful game'. The success and failure of a football team does not only affect the players in the team, but the whole club, fans and country as well.
Today, the game has become glamourised, professional players command mammoth wages and are celebrated as national heroes and role models. Football does not only provide inspiration to many people but can wield considerable power an example of which is the continent of Africa.

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