In Lebanon’s northern town of Zgharta, supporters mark Brazil’s World Cup Round of 32 victory over Japan with Brazilian flags and celebrations in streets, public squares, and cafés. Photos from the area show families gathering around the game, with children playing football while many residents wear or display Brazil’s green and yellow colours.
Across Lebanon, reporting describes a long-running fan culture for Brazil that extends beyond match day. Supporters attribute this partly to family and migration links: government estimates cited in the coverage say between 7 million and 10 million people of Brazilian nationality have Lebanese ancestry, exceeding Lebanon’s population of about 6 million. The outlets also say many fans are drawn to Brazil’s style of play, including attacking flair, and to the country’s World Cup history and well-known players. That enthusiasm is described as being passed down through generations within Lebanese families.
Overall, the articles present a picture of community celebrations tied to Brazil’s progress in the tournament and Lebanon’s personal connections to Brazil.
