The New York Times

How England changed their culture and restored a long-lost sense of identity

This article has been updated as part of our Euro 2024 and Copa America coverage, after originally being published in 2021. The word is “whakapapa”. It comes from the Maori language and it is about ...
Mint

How the British flag became a flashpoint in a new culture war

RUGBY, England—Stuart Field raised his first flags in July: the English red cross of St. George and also a smattering of the British red, white and blue, hanging them from his hometown’s streetlights.
Seattle Times

Neville’s compassion for players shows new England culture

LE HAVRE, France (AP) — In the celebratory moments after England advanced to the next round of the Women’s World Cup, coach Phil Neville gently kissed the head of forward Fran Kirby in recognition of ...
Sports Illustrated

Inside Football—Err, Soccer—There’s a Changing Perception of Americans in England

The belittlement, Eurosnobbery and condescension remain a fixture for press and fans, but in the industry itself, there’s an acknowledgement of growth and belonging. Before there was Ted Lasso, the ...
CNN

England’s footballers lost the Euro 2020 final. But they might yet win the culture war

This year’s Euro 2020 tournament has become a national talking point in the UK – but not just about football. Before England lost the final to Italy in a penalty shootout, London’s Wembley Stadium had ...
The New York Times

How England changed their culture and restored a long-lost sense of identity

The word is “whakapapa”. It comes from the Maori language and it is about finding a sense of belonging within a tribe. It is about togetherness and the strength drawn from it. It is about a feeling of ...