‘Angels with Dirty Faces’ Reveals Cricket’s Influence on Argentina’s Football Origins
Argentina is often celebrated as the land of football, home to legendary figures like Diego Maradona, Lionel Messi, and the passionate rivalries of Boca Juniors and River Plate. However, the origins of Argentina’s football culture trace back to an unexpected influence—cricket. The story highlighted in “Angels with Dirty Faces” uncovers how a sport imported by…