It’s not news that Brazilians turn everything into memes. With the World Cup it is no different. Even before the event started, netizens had already started stocking up on memes. The fact that the event takes place in Qatar, a country that lives under a dictatorship and therefore has several restrictions and controversies regarding the violation of human rights, made this historical moment different in many ways.
Starting with beer, which, two days before the opening, was banned from being sold in and around the stadiums that will host the matches. The lack of the drink, together with other restrictions, was a perfect combo for the internet, which already produces even series of the event.
Furthermore, it was impossible not to make a comparison between the party, animation and even the mascot of the 2014 World Cup, which took place in Brazil. Also, which one would win in a fight?
Speaking of which, La’eeb, the official mascot of the World Cup in Qatar, has been generating countless memes since the opening ceremony last Sunday (20). Inspired by a head scarf typical of the region, its name means “super skillful player”, but Brazilians found several nicknames.
In the first match, the host country’s selection faced Ecuador and performed a historic feat: for the first time a host lost in the World Cup debut. The Qataris were not happy, of course, but it seems that everything is learning.
The reaction of a fan even reverberated on social networks.
Ecuador scored a goal just after 2 minutes of play, but it ended up being disallowed by VAR, due to offside. Technology has been turned into the “equator” in memes.
On Monday (21), the Wales crowd singing the anthem drew attention to the nets, after 64 years away from a World Cup. Chilling!
This Tuesday (22) it was Argentina’s turn to take on the field against Saudi Arabia. Brazil did not let it go unnoticed in the face of rivalry with the national team from the neighboring country. During the match, we all became Saudi fans.
But what about the Brazilian team? With a game scheduled for Thursday (24th), against Serbia, at 4 pm (BrasÃlia time), there hasn’t been much opportunity to inspire memes. Meanwhile, the only one able to generate content was Richarlison with “I speak english, my friend”.
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