World Cup - the nicest part for me is watching all the different

[malaise]

races and ethnicities on teams from so many countries.
They are driving the fascists and racists crazy 😂😂😂

[Baitball Blogger]

1. They are seriously enjoying experiencing each other's culture.

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]

2. The Germans have a real nice jersey this WC

Sadly their early exit won’t help sales 😀

[Baitball Blogger]

3. True. Though I was rooting for Paraguay because... that goalie.

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]

5. A great keeper indeed

France looks very very good.

[Baitball Blogger]

6. I think they're favored.

[mcar]

9. France appears unbeatable, but we'll see

Mbappe is so fun to watch.

[Amaryllis]

25. THis is great:

[PJMcK]

4. Since we're "nearly Panamanian"

We were deeply disappointed by their three losses. To make matters worse, they were scoreless.

They’re still my team.

[mcar]

8. Oh but seeing these teams compete so well

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]

10. We bought an apartment on the Pacific coast last year

We’ve 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.

It’s a lovely country.

[mcar]

26. That is so cool!

[PJMcK]

33. My wife is remarkable

I’m a fortunate man.

We really love being in Panama. The cost of living is 30-40% less than in the U.S. The healthcare is excellent and very inexpensive. The seafood is fresh and delicious as are the fruits and vegetables. Since Panama is just north of the Equator, the days are mostly the same with the sun rising around 6:30 and setting about 18:30, (24-hour clocks and metric system measurements are used).

We got the place in case Trump went full fascist but we’ve fallen in love with the country.

[malaise]

11. Sounds like my family

France is playing like the great Brazilian teams of old 😀

[mcar]

7. I was apprehensive about the WC this year, bc of what's going on here

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.

[malaise]

12. Me too

I thought it would flop and the mood didn’t appear right

[mcar]

13. Like I said, hope. And resilience

And, as a frequent visitor to DC and the Mall, I am loving the fail there!

[malaise]

14. Hehehe

Today’s ruling re birthright citizenship was a huge blow to him as well as was the name removal from the JFK Center.

[wcmagumba]

15. Absolutely, I wish that hideous tarp at the Kennedy Center would come down. Someone should risk jail and rip it down...

I'm sure there would be a plethora of lawyers who would defend them Pro bono...

[Amaryllis]

16. I have been really appreciating how welcoming and kind the Mexicans have been toward the Iranian team,

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]

21. Nice post

Rec

[Amaryllis]

22. I was feeling bad for the Iranian team becasue of how shabbily they were being treated. Mexico being so kind made me

feel a little better.

[marble falls]

28. Every time I think he's reached his nadir as a human being TACO manages to dig a new low.

[BeneteauBum]

17. Crazier

The fascists and racists are already crazy!

Peace ☮️

[Kali]

18. love this thread

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.

[malaise]

20. Agree

The youth are not interested in the promotion of hate

[Amaryllis]

23. Same. No interest in the sport but the international aspect that seems to be bringing out so much in the way of

positive interaction and appreciation has been a welcome surprise for me.

[leftstreet]

19. DURec

[3catwoman3]

24. Agreed. Would that it could be like this around the world all the time.

I despair of humankind ever learning that killing one another is no way to solve problems.

[marble falls]

27. And the soccers been pretty interesting, even for we sports jaded Americans.

[sarisataka]

29. It has been especially warming

to see fans in the "wrong" section, surrounded by the opposing team's supporters. Everyone is cheering the match without harassing anyone.

[C_U_L8R]

30. I'm glad this is on Fox Sports

and maybe some of their regular News Channel watchers will wander over and see for themselves that the South American teams aren't eating cats and dogs or the Iranians aren't wearing bomb vests. Who knows, they may even see this wonderful international gathering as something good and inspiring. They may even have fun.

Likewise I've heard that many folks who've come here from all over the world have been pleasantly surprised at the warm welcomes they've received (in spite of all Trump's efforts to divide and spoil it).

I think this World Cup has been a terrific thing, where people can see each other as fellow humans. Familiarity vanquishes fears and breeds togetherness.

[Wednesdays]

31. The '28 Olympics could be like that, too.

Let's hope.

[malaise]

32. So true

Rec

[MichMan]

34. Crowds at the games look pretty decent IMO

Recalling all the negativity posted about low ticket sales and lack of interest.