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The Daily Free Press

The Independent Student Newspaper at Boston University.

The Daily Free Press

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Who’s winning the Ball?

Rachel Zhong September 13, 2023
French Football magazine just revealed the 30 nominations for the Ballon d'Or, headlined by Lionel Messi, Rodri, and a Cristiano Ronaldo snub.
Connie Dai | DFP Staff

The Mezzala: Football vs. Soccer, the sport’s development in America amidst Messi rumors

Benjamin Lee November 1, 2022
In this week's edition of The Mezzala, Benjamin Lee discusses the rumors of Messi going to Inter Miami and why the quality of American soccer is so far behind its European counterpart.
PHOTO BY MICHELLE JAY/DFP FILE PHOTO

Men’s soccer looks to build momentum against UMass

Nick Neville September 10, 2015

The Boston University men’s soccer team will look to make it two wins in a row Sunday when they face off against the University of Massachusetts-Amherst in the first match of a quick two-game road...

Indirect Kick: Fantasy sports in America, a cult

Indirect Kick: Fantasy sports in America, a cult

Dan Shulman September 8, 2015

This summer, I worked a part-time job at the New England Patriots Pro Shop. One night in August, I was asked to help restock the back warehouse. My boss told me to go grab two other employees to help...

Indirect Kick: Impact of All-Seater Soccer Stadiums — Bad or Good?

Indirect Kick: Impact of All-Seater Soccer Stadiums — Bad or Good?

Dan Shulman April 7, 2015

We have reached the month of April, meaning spring, warmer temperatures and the most intense month of the soccer season. Not only are title races coming down to the wire, but so are domestic cups. This...

Indirect Kick: Will the MLS actually kick off this year?

Indirect Kick: Will the MLS actually kick off this year?

Dan Shulman March 4, 2015

With the Major League Soccer preseason nearing a close, the season is scheduled to kick off on Friday. This exciting time of year for fans is filled with hope and anticipation for the upcoming season....

A Fan’s Perspective: Could MLS be as popular as European soccer?

A Fan’s Perspective: Could MLS be as popular as European soccer?

Dan Shulman December 4, 2014

With the 19th Major League Soccer Cup set to kick off Sunday, MLS has turned into one of the top professional soccer leagues in the world. Although the competitive factor may not be as high as European...

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