Technically, we’re both right
At least, that’s how I tried to paint the little exchange we had in the car the other night…
Me: Oh, look at the little buggers playing football in the cold!*
Christian: Soccer.
Me: Smart ass.
Christian: says nothing – grins.
Before taking sides, I urge you to consider how much more logical it is to call the game ‘football’: to paraphrase Eddie Izzard (I love Eddie Izzard), the ball does connect with your foot. One could even say it is the point of the game. Think about it.
*It was after dark, they were wearing shorts and t-shirts, and we’re in winter here.
(Image from here).
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