How Europe Built a Football Empire Using African Talent
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European football is filled with some of the best players in the world—but have you ever stopped to ask why so many of them have African roots, or why Europe's biggest clubs invest so heavily in scouting talent across the continent?
In this episode of They Lied About Africa, we explore the history, economics, and global systems that helped shape today's football landscape. From colonial history and migration to youth academies and talent pipelines, we look beyond the game itself to understand how African talent has become such an important part of European football.
Whether you're a lifelong football fan or just curious about the bigger story behind the game, this episode will change the way you think about European football.
