Espana vs Chile (flashback to game 2 of the tour)

I didn't have time to post this before so a quick note on game two of our football watching extravaganzas. This was our second trip to the Maracana and no less exciting for it. A tube train across town that at every station gathered more fans till we were full to bursting. To all intents … Continue reading Espana vs Chile (flashback to game 2 of the tour) →

Argentina vs Bosnia-H

First Game and a trip to the Maracana. Intense, atmospheric and in your face. Arrival: Riot police, fandemonium and 4 helicopters overhead. The fans were trading songs and chants for 45 minutes before kick off trying to drown out the PA. With a mix of fans styles from standard through crazy to period. Argentina won … Continue reading Argentina vs Bosnia-H →