The jubilation over the team known as the "Lions of the Two Rivers" gave Iraqis a rare respite from the daily violence. The victorious run sent men of all ages cheering and dancing in the streest in what politiicans said was a show of unity that proved Iraqi factions could come together.
Sure, it's a small victory, but small victories matter in sports and in culture. Sorry, Myra Fleener, it's not just a game . . .. Let's hope for more victories for the Iraqi national team.
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Agreed. There's a nice description of the celebration over at www.iraqthemodel.com.
That all having been said, I STILL don't get the mass appeal of soccer outside the U.S. I'd rather watch the Devil Rays take on the Royals at the Trop any day. And I say that as a guy who has seen games (including playoff games) in Italy, Brazil, throughout Central America, and in Japan during the 2002 World Cup. I just. Don't. Get it.
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