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.

Sadly their early exit won’t help sales 😀

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.

France looks very very good.

Mbappe is so fun to watch.

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

They’re still my team.

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.

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.

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.

France is playing like the great Brazilian teams of old 😀

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 didn’t appear right

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

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

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

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.

Rec

feel a little better.

The fascists and racists are already crazy!

Peace ☮️

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

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

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

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

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.

Let's hope.

Rec

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