41.   Even with European leagues coming down the final stretch and the European Championship two months away, MLS has drawn considerable interest.

42.   Even without such stars, Nigeria has formidable talent, much of it performing in top European leagues.

43.   Finland is the only top European league open for North American NHLers right now.

44.   French internationals playing in European leagues would have missed domestic matches if they played in Mexico.

45.   He has announced plans to leave the club and play next season in a less-pressurized European league.

46.   He spoke the language at home with his father, Tony Parker Sr., a journeyman player in European leagues.

47.   In their place are veterans, many tested in the World Cup and European league play.

48.   Like Keller, several African players have gained valuable experience by playing in the prestigious European leagues.

49.   Many Brazilian soccer stars play in European leagues where they can earn higher salaries than at home and their Brazilian clubs get big transfer fees.

50.   Malin pointed out that at least six players currently in European leagues came from U.S. colleges.