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Old 06-09-2008, 09:49 AM   #152
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Originally Posted by Locke View Post
On that note, I think FIFA really should tighten up their rules regarding national play. I have no problem with Podolski playing for Germany, he was born in Poland, but left when he was 2.

Where I have a problem is with countries just nationalizing players who have played there for a while, this happens especially with Brazilians. Its getting ridiculous.
Or Hargreaves playing for England, because his third cousin once spent an afternoon in London.
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