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Weekend morning anchor with @fox9. Please forgive any typos on commercial breaks. It happens. Contact: Leah.Beno@fox.com
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U.S. hosting World Cup helping boost soccer's popularity in Minnesota

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By Leah Beno Verified
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HOPKINS, Minn. (FOX 9) - Minnesota, not just a hockey state. The popularity of soccer is noticeable now more than ever with local fans, store owners and referees all feeling the excitement and changes brought by the World Cup on American soil. World Cup fever in Hopkins David Law has owned SoccerChili.com on Main Street in downtown Hopkins for about seven years, helping soccer lovers of all ages and levels find the right gear.
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U.S. hosting World Cup helping boost soccer's popularity in Minnesota

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By Leah Beno Verified
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U.S. hosting World Cup helping boost soccer's popularity in Minnesota The Brief Soccer is growing in popularity in Minnesota with the United States being a World Cup host. Soccer-related business owners say sales have increased significantly, especially at Soccer Chili in downtown Hopkins. The number of referees in Minnesota is close to reaching its target, thanks to new initiatives and growing interest in the sport. HOPKINS, Minn. (FOX 9) - Minnesota, not just a hockey state.
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Tony Sanneh reflects on World Cup journey, community impact in Minnesota

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By Leah Beno Verified
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Tony Sanneh, a St. Paul native, was inducted into the National Soccer Hall of Fame for his impact on U.S. soccer. Sanneh played every minute for the U.S. men’s team during their 2002 World Cup run to the quarterfinals. FOX 9's Leah Beno caught up with him to talk about his soccer career, the World Cup and the Sanneh Foundation. ST. PAUL, Minn. (FOX 9) - Tony Sanneh's soccer career took him to the World Cup and eventually earned him a place in the National Soccer Hall of Fame.
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