Take me out to the Ball (Soccer) Game
I really have Golden Friends! Hi y’all! I hope you’re doing great. As I type this, I’m on cloud nine. Okay, my allergies are acting up, and every muscle in my body is sore — but Senegal has just won its second African Cup of Nations soccer title. We have beaten Morocco, the host country of this tournament, despite several controversies. It was an interesting game with several plot twists; that would shame any Netflix series. However, please don't take my word for it; go check the game if you can. We are the African Champions! Yesterday, the players finally arrived home with the cup. And this morning, they will be parading it on the streets of Dakar. I am torn between going out to see them and my fear of a huge crowd. I might stay home and watch on television. Today, I want to discuss another soccer-related topic: my first stadium experience watching Senegal play at home. The 2026 World Cup is around the corner, and Senegal has been on a mission. We played matches here and ab...
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