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A Mother’s Love (for futbol)

Posted on June 28, 2018 by Taline Voskeritchian

My mother’s love for futbol and the World Cup was boundless, timeless, and shameless. It crossed continents and generations; it brought us all together in enthusiasm and sometimes in disappointment; it created a kind of goofy, wild joy that was … Continue reading →

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For the Love of the “Beautiful Game,” Futbol

Posted on July 1, 2012 by Taline Voskeritchian

This year, again, I’ll sit with friends to watch the Euro 2012–my preference unchanged since the first time I saw the team of Spain, my vocal chords well-oiled and ready, my energy acceptable considering the heat and humidity.  But most … Continue reading →

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