Sports8/14/2025•The Guardian
Football Daily | Wayne Rooney, Tom Brady and a serving of ultra-processed beef
The article discusses the evolution of English football, particularly the role of physical and aggressive play in the sport. It highlights a match between Manchester United and Arsenal in 1983, where United dominated Arsenal with a 4-2 win, employing a more physical and violent approach. The article notes that in the 1980s, there was little room for non-violent, technical play, and the sport had a "noxious meat footprint." The article suggests that while things have changed since then, English football still grapples with the legacy of its physical and aggressive past.
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