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In Philadelphia, Brazilian supporters have refrained from dressing the famed Rocky statue in team colors, a practice they believe could invite bad luck. The ritual reflects a broader set of superstitions that have followed Brazil's campaign, including a recent loss by Ecuador after a similar gesture.
Brazilian supporters traveling to Philadelphia for the World Cup avoid dressing the Rocky statue, a local legend warns of a curse, and they hope Brazil can secure a sixth championship while facing Haiti next.
From ticket affordability to alleged human‑rights risk assessments, a growing movement in Los Angeles and beyond warns that the 2026 World Cup will deepen displacement and inequality.
From Los Angeles to São Paulo, activists are confronting the social and political fallout of mega‑sporting events, demanding accountability for housing insecurity, policing expansion and opaque corporate partnerships.