No matter what language you speak, chances are you recognize a soccer ball. The sport of soccer has spread over the globe, tying together people everywhere. The global connections are especially apparent now as the World Cup rages on in Germany. Twelve German cities have become mingling grounds for fans from all corners of the globe, competing, celebrating, and sharing their cultures.
Here’s a World Cup primer:
- “The Beautiful Game–Why Soccer Rules the World” from National Geographic magazine
- Official World Cup site
- World Cup Interactive Map
- Just for fun: Soccer Shootout game