The World Cup continues to offer stories on and off the field during the third day. Brazil was one of the protagonists by beating Scotland 3-0 in Miami, a result that ensured their qualification to the next round as leader of their group.
The Brazilian team dominated the match from start to finish against a Scottish team that found no response to its rival’s approach. With the victory, Brazil confirmed its good moment before the start of the direct elimination phase.
Outside the stadium there were also scenes that captured attention. A Guatemalan fan wore a haircut inspired by Ronaldo Nazário, former striker for the Brazilian national team.
The hairstyle was a reference to the style that Ronaldo used during the 2002 Korea-Japan World Cup, a tournament in which Brazil won its fifth world title. With the Brazilian shirt and that characteristic haircut, the fan explained the reason for his presence at the game. “We are supporting Brazil. We have been here for days enjoying the World Cup.”
He also told how he got his ticket. “It wasn’t difficult to get the ticket. I bought it from the first draw, although I didn’t know which games I would get. Luckily I got the Brazil game, which is the team we support.” When asked about his hairstyle, he responded: “It’s because of a legend: the ‘Phenomenon’, Ronaldo.”
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A football reference
Ronaldo Nazário is considered one of the best forwards in history. In the 2002 World Cup he was the top scorer of the tournament and one of the main figures of the Brazilian team that won the championship.
The haircut he used in that competition became over time one of the most remembered images of that World Cup and continues to be replicated by fans.
The presence of the Guatemalan fan reflected the atmosphere surrounding the World Cup, where fans from different countries share their passion for soccer.
While Brazil advanced to the next round, Stories like this were also part of the day and showed how the legacy of figures like Ronaldo is still valid among fans.