New Photos: Who Needs a Trophy? These Fans Are the Real Soccer World Cup MVPs!
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By Angeline Smith
Russia
Waving the national flag and wearing a traditional kokoshnik, this fan brings elegance and pride to the stands. Russian soccer carries a long history, from the Soviet Union’s dominance, which included winning the inaugural European Championship in 1960, to hosting the FIFA World Cup in 2018.
That tournament saw the team’s best modern performance, reaching the quarterfinals after a dramatic penalty shootout victory over Spain. Legendary players like Lev Yashin, the only goalkeeper to ever win the Ballon d’Or, helped shape its legacy. While success has been inconsistent in recent years, the passion for the game remains strong, fueled by devoted supporters like this.
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