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British NFL fans are left feeling short-changed
There are signs of discontent surrounding the International Series, says KADEEM SIMMONDS

TWO down, one to go. As the NFL prepares for its final international series game on Sunday, I feel it is only right I share my thoughts on the state of American Football in Britain.

To say there is a passion for it is a huge understatement. Fans have turned up in their thousands to support the teams that have travelled across the pond, regardless of the quality.

However, some fans feel like they have been short-changed in terms of the way they have been treated and the lack of preparation last Sunday was alarming.

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