Why are there so many Uniteds and Towns in England, Spartas in Europe, and rowing-inspired football teams in Brazil? Taylor attempts to explain the history of some of soccer's most common naming conventions, including Albion, Athletic, Dynamo, CSKA, and many more! Plus, possible explanations for why West Brom are The Baggies.
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