Fans for the Brazilian team mix bikini and raincoat at Fan Fest in Rio

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Not even the storm discouraged the party of locals and tourists who followed, on Copacabana Beach, the match between Brazil and Switzerland for the Qatar Cup, this Monday (28). At the open air event, many had to improvise to be able to watch the live broadcast on the high definition screen at the FIFA Fan Fest.

The rain came heavily in the 30th minute of the first half, leaving the city of Rio in the mobilization stage – the second in a scale of five. Even so, the fans remained steadfast.

The scenario with a cloudy sky in the afternoon was very different from when the Fan Fest gates opened at 11am. Wearing swim trunks and bikinis, fans got comfortable enough to endure the maximum temperature of 31°C.

There were also those who bet on the most diverse costumes to enjoy the party. Among odalisques, Carmen Mirandas and indigenous people, there was even the Brazilian Chapolin Colorado. Underneath the warm clothes, there was Fernando da Fonseca, from Niterói, who maintained the costume even under the heavy rain.

“I arrived at 7 am to make the most of the day. I’m suffering here, but the important thing is to cheer and be happy, that’s what Brazil is!”, he said.

The classic Brazil shirt, however, was the big bet for most of the fans who took to the sands of Copacabana beach. This was the case of mother and daughter Rosana and Larissa Lima, who increased the production with green and yellow makeup. To ensure the “Cup look” until the end, they were equipped with capes and an umbrella.

“I saw that there was a forecast of rain, so we came prepared to be able to watch the game and see Gustavo Mioto. My daughter is a big fan, but I like it together”, said Rosana.

The singer was the main attraction of the party this Monday at ‘Brahma Rio Arena’. With all the classics, Gustavo Mioto commanded the celebration of the Brazilian victory and without rain.

Already in the second half of the game, the storm gave a truce. After moments of frustration, with a goal disallowed by Vinicius Jr, the crowd exploded with joy with Casimiro’s goal, which he scored until time opened in Rio.

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