English has always had a special fondness for other European languages, a neighborly soft spot - perhaps because Britain has been invaded by speakers of those languages from the onset of its recorded history. Rabih Alameddine britainenglisheuropean share on social
My father loved Brazilian football, a diehard follower, so of course, he hated Germany and always rooted against them, always. Rabih Alameddine braziliandiehardfather Change image and share on social
I know many sports fans that don't enjoy soccer. The argument is that there's no action, not enough of it. Rabih Alameddine actionargumentenjoy Change image and share on social
A player should be disparaged if he gives less than his all, if he doesn't give 100%, no matter what shirt he's wearing. Whether it's your national team, your club, or little league. Yes, there are friendly matches, recreational ones, and so on, but sport in its essence is about giving your best. Rabih Alameddine clubdisparageessence share on social
Soccer is the most widely played sport in the U.S. Rabih Alameddine playsoccersport Change image and share on social
I started writing half a paragraph of a mystery novel, half a paragraph there, and they were terrible. Rabih Alameddine halfmysteryparagraph Change image and share on social
I can easily hold two opposing beliefs at the same time without any problem, which I find - well, mind-expanding, really. Rabih Alameddine beliefeasilyexpand Change image and share on social
I always assumed that everyone knew no country would ever be awarded a World Cup without pricey gifts exchanging hands under the tables. Rabih Alameddine assumeawardcountry Change image and share on social
One of the things I enjoy most during the World Cup is watching a team improve, mature, and gel during the course of the tournament. Rabih Alameddine cupenjoygel Change image and share on social