Earlier this week, I bought my own Vuvuzela, that cheek bursting plastic trump which in recent months has become the emblem for the fan cheer of the FIFA World Cup, South Africa 2010. Of course, the football fan I have always claimed to be was true to me in buying a Spanish football muffler well before the present winter; the Spanish being the team I am cheering to finger-print the golden trophy.
I have always fancied myself as someone who never wants to miss life’s ultimate moments but this year’s football festival almost caught me napping. (One’s job can really be a distraction you know!). However, my recent trips to 2 of the cities hosting the matches have brought me out passivity. Really, how could I let this moment pass quietly? Watching football is one of my hobbies and for the 1st time its ultimate competition is being held in my home continent, specifically in South Africa where I live presently. It’s historical and everything from TV commercials, the drapes on the streets to store cashier uniforms reflects an exhilarated population. I join in the slogan to say “feel it, it is here!”
As I punch the keyboard to enter this post, it’s to the live music coming from the pre-tournament concert and in less than 24 hours the games should have begun. It’s been a long but eventful wait for this moment (including all the many threats of industrial actions to disrupt the games - in order to gain better pays!). If you ask me, I think SA position is that of gain as “we” host this world cup.
From where I live, the nearest stadium where some games will be played is some 3 - hour road trip away, so I’d be much glued to my TV this next month. Even my overtime has been arranged to match! I am undecided about going to public viewing centres yet but I am sure going to be a renewed football fan this world cup.
Back to my Vuvuzela, it’s going to be my emblem beyond the tournament. I also like the sound of the name “Makarapa” but I don’t really fancy wearing it. So my Vuvuzela will be it; hoping it lasts as a souvenir from this moment of history.
I want a vuvuzela:)) Just kidding, I envy you though, not watching any live matches? Haba and the world cup is in your backyard!
ReplyDelete@Tomi, yes it is in my back yard but for the convenience of going to the stadia.How do I get a vuvuzela to you, seriously?
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