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Veron and Jo prove success in England is not the only test
Juventus fans might be of the opinion that Ian Rush was not much of a player - the Welsh striker hardly covered himself in glory in his season in Turin.
Supporters in England know differently. Year after year they saw what a thoroughbred goal machine the Liverpool striker really was.
But that same English public can be intolerant when the boot is on the other foot, acting as if success in the Premier League were the only yardstick of footballing greatness.
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Juventus fans might be of the opinion that Ian Rush was not much of a player - the Welsh striker hardly covered himself in glory in his season in Turin.
Supporters in England know differently. Year after year they saw what a thoroughbred goal machine the Liverpool striker really was.
But that same English public can be intolerant when the boot is on the other foot, acting as if success in the Premier League were the only yardstick of footballing greatness.
(continue)
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