... and cultural differences may separate American football from European football.  From what we've seen since the U.S.'s relative recent arrival onto the world soccer stage, it seems as though the differences in philosophies between the hard-hitting, gritty action of football and the beauty and elegance that soccer showcases are not ready to be held in equal esteem by each of the sport's respective fanbases.

What we can use to draw parallels, however, are the athletes from both games.  No matter how different the sports may be, a great player or controversial figure can transcend differences in any sport. 

Enter Brett Favre of the N...

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