Among the professional football leagues in Europe, England’s Premier League is the one that the football fans usually don’t miss the games between any two of the 20 clubs during the season. With the team like Manchester United and the star like Cristiano Ronaldo, it’s the ultimate thrill the fans love to throw themselves in.
They might not in the coming seasons because of an immigration policy change in Britain. According to a report from the Guardian:
South American, African and other non-European footballers who cannot speak English will be barred from joining Premier League clubs from the autumn under the new points-based immigration system detailed by ministers yesterday.
The introduction of an English language test, covering everyday phrases and simple conversation, forms part of a package of tougher rules for skilled migrants from outside Europe applying to work in Britain and for temporary workers and students.
So, one single talent–with your foot, that is–is no longer enough to get you play in the Premier League anymore. It has to match with the talent with your tongue, too.
