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Players Tussle in English Town’s Centuries-Old Football Game
The Atherstone Ball Game, a tradition since 1199 in the town of Atherstone, England, is one of a dwindling number of folk football games played across Britain.
“Five, four, three, two, one.” [horn sounds] “Go on, lad.” “Kick it.” “Yay!” “Good lads.” “OK, let’s get going.” “Yes, jump in.” “Yeah!” [horn sounds]
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Source: https://www.nytimes.com/video/world/europe/100000010035774/atherstone-england-ball-game.html
