Quote by Terry Pratchett

I've never really liked the Yanks. ... You can't trust people who pick up the ball all the time when they play football.

I've never really liked the Yanks. ... You can't trust peopl

Summary

This quote implies a negative attitude towards Americans (referred to as "Yanks") and their love for American football. The speaker believes that constantly picking up the ball in football demonstrates a lack of trustworthiness. This viewpoint could be based on a cultural difference or personal bias towards a different type of football, such as soccer, where the ball is primarily kicked rather than handled. Overall, this quote expresses a sense of skepticism towards Americans and their preferred sport.

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Soccer Americans Amusing

By Terry Pratchett

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