On Soccer: A Once-Charming English Trophy Loses Its Luster and Its Fans

The Checkatrade Trophy, which had occupied a curious but cherished niche in England’s soccer firmament, has become its least loved competition.

from NYT > Sports http://www.nytimes.com/2016/11/10/sports/soccer/checkatrade-trophy-england-northampton-town-west-ham-united.html?partner=rss&emc=rss