Mexican-American Football Players Switching Sides Ahead of the 2022 World Cup
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They were born in the United States, but they decided to play on teams for Mexico, the land of their parents. Nostalgia is one reason these football players make this decision. But it's also a matter of opportunity. Mike Kirsch tells us more with this report.
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