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Chris Stowell's avatar

Since I started seeing the posts re: Grant's possible death on Twitter not too long ago, I had been searching for confirmation from a journalist/news agency. I found this from Yahoo Sports posted about 15 minutes ago:

https://sports.yahoo.com/world-cup-2022-american-soccer-reporter-grant-wahl-dies-in-qatar-023454691.html

I thought it odd that he hadn't sent out his 3 thoughts after the ARG vs. NED game. Still hoping this is all some crazy dream but it seems like it's true...

Grant, I'm sure I speak for all of us subscribers to your site (and many more that read your work over the years), you will be truly missed. I'm so glad that I got to join a few of your Zoom calls and ask you a few questions directly. Sending all the prayers possible to your loved ones & family. I know your already up "there" interviewing all the soccer greats of the past. Rest in Peace Grant.

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I'm so saddened by this news, and in many ways it feels like the loss of a friend, which I think is a testament to Grant's talent as a writer. As a long time reader of his work and listener to his podcasts, I've always loved his commentary on the game and respected his passion and willingness to engage in topics at the periphery of traditional sports reporting. I thought his piece about migrant workers in Qatar was a prime example of this, and demonstrated bravery from a journalist intending to return to the country so soon. His pieces around the women's game and the USWNT negotiations stand out as another example of his commitment to his ideals and support of them through his writing.

My sincere condolences to his friends and family. He will truly be missed.

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