Essayist Peter Smith watches soccer with mixed feelings
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Commentator Peter Smith.
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The World Cup has captured the attention of millions worldwide, but in the United States soccer has never been as big a sport as it is in much of the world. Some observers say that may be changing. Essayist Peter Smith sees his attitude toward the game shifting, too ... but only a little.
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