時にイングランド・プレミアリーグに在籍したマンチェスター・ユナイテッド（マンU）の伝説的な元主将、ロイ・キーンは大胆不敵なプレースタイルと威圧感で恐れられた。
Roy Keane, the legendary former captain of Manchester United, was famous for intimidating his opponents with his bold playing style and overwhelming presence during his time in the Premier League.
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This Irish midfielder, who spent 12 years at Old Trafford, didnt just bring 17 titles.
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The remark he made after the 2000 Champions League match, calling them the prawn sandwich brigade, left the strongest impression.
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It’s a phrase that mocks wealthy supporters who are far removed from soccer’s working-class origins.
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Even today, many supporters are raising their voices, and despite the ticket price increases, it is said that the people who truly love soccer—not the so-called Ebi Sandwich Squad—are the ones who bring excitement to the stadium.
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It became clear that World Cup ticket prices were more than three times higher than last time, so FIFA was forced to announce a new pricing system for real fans.
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However, some opinions point out that FIFA is significantly breaking traditional customs and values.
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Skepticism toward large-scale sporting events is growing, and in the United States, the welcoming mood is not particularly enthusiastic.
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Many problems still remain.
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The FIFA president and the U.S. president have both said that the World Cup is bigger than the Super Bowl, but it’s still questionable whether that spirit has truly spread among the fans.
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Who will be seated in the audience on the day of the opening ceremony?
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And without the support of true fans, would the success of this tournament be possible?
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FIFA must reassess the true value of fans—the lifeblood of football—and must not take them for granted.
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While expanding the scale of the World Cup, FIFA does not hesitate to be criticized for its greed in this industry.
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If we dont do that, the tournament wont be able to shine in the true colors of its real fans.
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The sound of biting into a shrimp sandwich in the stadiums VIP area is no match for the passionate cheers of the true supporters.
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