The Secret Of Paul Scholes
Saturday, August 6, 2011 - 16:30
in Mathematics & Economics
An athlete’s level of greatness is often measured by the opinions of his or her peers while they’re playing and especially when they retire. Being recognized as one of the best by those who understand what it takes is rare. This week, one of the world’s greatest soccer players of the last 30 years retired, yet he could walk down most streets in America without being recognized. After 17 seasons, Paul Scholes of Manchester United played in his final tribute game last week and will become a coach at the club he’s been part of since his teens.While not a household name in the U.S. like Messi or Ronaldo or Beckham, he has earned the respect of the greatest players of his time. read more