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⏱ Timestamps
00:00 Why Are Americans Buying European Football Clubs?
00:59 "Football is war"
03:39 The Weird History of Football in the US
05:15 One thing is different now...
07:23 The 3 Reasons why Americans are investing in Football
08:50 The Big Misunderstanding
10:17 David Beckham & Video Sponsor: Shopify

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