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Related: Editorials & Other Articles, Issue Forums, Alliance Forums, Region ForumsWorld Cup - the nicest part for me is watching all the different
races and ethnicities on teams from so many countries.
They are driving the fascists and racists crazy 😂😂😂
Baitball Blogger
(52,921 posts)The Scots loved Mexico and Mexicans; the Mexicans loved the Koreans and even enjoyed doing the Norwegian rowing cheer in the rain and the Brits and Scots think they discovered the best of American cuisine because they flavored Ranch dressing.
And, everyone wants a Mexican shirt. Adidas says it is the most sought after shirt of the games.
malaise
(299,763 posts)Sadly their early exit wont help sales 😀
Baitball Blogger
(52,921 posts)My husband was disappointed because he wanted Germany to win and in a huff he said, "That goalie is the whole team."
So, when it came down to PK's I said, remember what you said. If the goalie is the best player on the Paraguay team, then they've won this game.
And that's what happened.
malaise
(299,763 posts)France looks very very good.
Baitball Blogger
(52,921 posts)mcar
(46,590 posts)Mbappe is so fun to watch.
Amaryllis
(11,576 posts)PJMcK
(25,234 posts)We were deeply disappointed by their three losses. To make matters worse, they were scoreless.
Theyre still my team.
mcar
(46,590 posts)I get teary at them all!
BTW, my 2 beloved granddaughters have Panamanian ancestry via their mom's grandmother. Our family is a real melting pot.
PJMcK
(25,234 posts)Weve fallen in love with the country, her people, the food, the climate and so much more.
My wife, who has a Masters in Archaeology, volunteered on a dig in the Cocle region and they found a burial site dating back 1,200 years with many intact artifacts including gold breast plates, arm bands and jewelry.
Its a lovely country.
mcar
(46,590 posts)malaise
(299,763 posts)France is playing like the great Brazilian teams of old 😀
mcar
(46,590 posts)and all the ICE threats.
I'm so happy that it's showing real Americans (US, Mexico, Canada) welcoming and appreciating all the teams and their fans. Despite our fcked up leadership in this country.
My son was at the US opener in LA and the Iran match. He said the fans were amazing. And I see Lawrence, KS loving on the Algerian team. And, of course, the Tartan Army.
Between this and the Obama Library opening, I have hope.
I thought it would flop and the mood didnt appear right
mcar
(46,590 posts)And, as a frequent visitor to DC and the Mall, I am loving the fail there!
Todays ruling re birthright citizenship was a huge blow to him as well as was the name removal from the JFK Center.
wcmagumba
(7,041 posts)I'm sure there would be a plethora of lawyers who would defend them Pro bono...
Amaryllis
(11,576 posts)given how snotty Trump has been toward them. They can't stay overnight in the US, because you know, national security.
So Mexico has given them a rousing welcome.Claudia Sheinbaum said Mexico had no problem with them staying there.
malaise
(299,763 posts)Rec
Amaryllis
(11,576 posts)feel a little better.
marble falls
(73,619 posts)BeneteauBum
(975 posts)The fascists and racists are already crazy!
Peace ☮️
Kali
(56,990 posts)my sister is keeping me apprised. Im not a sports person but I am a world person. lots of positive stories out of the games despite the corruption and dump.
The youth are not interested in the promotion of hate
Amaryllis
(11,576 posts)positive interaction and appreciation has been a welcome surprise for me.
leftstreet
(41,384 posts)3catwoman3
(30,237 posts)I despair of humankind ever learning that killing one another is no way to solve problems.
marble falls
(73,619 posts)sarisataka
(23,014 posts)to see fans in the "wrong" section, surrounded by the opposing team's supporters. Everyone is cheering the match without harassing anyone.