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Own goal

20 August 2010 By Neil Collins

New rules from the sport’s governing bodies in England and Europe are forcing clubs to rein in on debt. Banks that help finance player transfers are also considering pulling out. If lenders limit their support to cheering their teams, football’s longterm health will improve.

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