The up-front and physical striker, once a mainstay, is slowly becoming an anathema to the modern game.
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Mondo paese
Small cities charged with youthful significance can fail to resemble their one-time selves decades on.
Myth-busting
Americans often come to Rome bearing a host of myths — which can call for a reality check.
Quan belongs
The collapse of Rich Gang is giving Rich Homie Quan a chance to shine, and he's taking it.
Southern discomfort
Alex R. Johnson's "Two Step," billed specifically as a Texas thriller, brilliantly delivers the dark side of that state.
Results
Andrew Bujalski pokes gentle fun at fitness culture while doing romantic comedy a favor.
Mal d’Italie
Italy can be the subject of irrational nostalgia, mostly when it comes to food. Why?
Crybaby world
The death of a beloved dog and a son's departure for college can bring on a therapeutic reaction: tears.
No contest
Who needs ESPN and fantasy football when you have the Empire Sports Gladiator Network?
Man of few words
When you're teaching English to Italians, terseness and precision are precious assets.
Wanting the best
When it comes to choosing U.S. presidential candidates, think "Star Wars" and think hard.
Ice music
The Arab presence in Sicily produced granita and cremolato, icy staples on which Italy depends.