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Why Americans Call It Soccer: Tracing English Origins

Why is it called soccer in America? Explaining the English roots of the American word for the world's game

CBS Sports·7d ago

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The word "soccer" has English roots despite being primarily used in America. The article explains the historical origins of why Americans call the sport "soccer" rather than "football" like most other countries. The term traces back to English language and naming conventions.