Despite the geopolitical confrontation, the raw and trade wars, Ukraine, Crimea, antagonism or friendship between Trump and Putin, the whole world is unanimous in assessing Russia as host of the 2018 World Cup. The last championship is called “the best in history”, and Russia is recognized in love athletes, journalists, politicians and simple fans.
We bring to your attention the most vivid and iconic opinions from Europe, North America and Africa.
“Really, madly, deeply. We will miss this World Cup like no other. In order to secure a status of the best World Cup ever, he needed a memorable finale. In addition, he was. From Russia with love. What a world championship it was! Moreover, it ends with worthy winners, “- writes the British edition of The Telegraph. Employees of the Washington Post believe that the World Cup 2018 broke stereotypes about Russia. Appreciated the capital’s correspondents and the organization of the championship, saying that it is even better than it was at the 2014 Olympics.
“A well-organized, festive and friendly world championship showed open and modern Russia – contrary to the prevailing ideas abroad about an inhospitable, remote and slightly backward country,” the newspaper writes.
The New York Times is confident that the 2018 World Cup will leave an indelible imprint for a long time. “Everybody recognizes that the 2018 World Cup in Russia was not just a good or a wonderful championship. In fact, it was the best World Cup. Definitely, it was not only an exciting, but also very important championship, its broader consequences, we may feel for a few more years, “- noted in the article New York Times.
In addition, the publication of the Independent is almost ready to apologize for prejudice against Russia. However, the tremendous World Cup cannot cut off the “harsh reality,” believe in the publication.
“We all rejoice take note and we are a little ashamed for the fact that Russia, which we saw, was hospitable, organized, modern, responsive and ready to have fun. Of course, after this love for Russia, we will return to reality. No fan love can hide serious political problems; critics will say that Vladimir Putin took advantage of the championship to improve his image abroad. Nevertheless, in the glorious summer of 2018, Russia looked at the World Cup as well as possible – and the world smiled back at her, “writes the Independent.
In addition to the media, direct participants also made their assessments of the 2018 World Cup held in Russia. Therefore, for example, the head coach of the Senegal team Aliou Cisse, thanks Russia for the organization and reception. According to the coach, in comparison with the World Championships in Japan in 2002, where he also participated, Russia appeared to be an extremely hospitable country with a wonderful population.
“The organization of such a holiday of football is the best advertisement of Russia”. – resume Senegal’s coach.
Representatives of the Nigerian national team also noted the special hospitality, tremendous organization and complete security of the tournament for both fans and athletes. “We were very pleased to play in such a big and great country like Russia. The scale of the country – was fully reflected and the scale of the tournament “- said the head coach of Nigeria Gernot Rohr.
The maximum penetration of the guests of the tournament was observed in the small and the most western city of Russia – Kaliningrad, where 4 matches of the tournament took place and where, the percentage of foreign fans was one of the largest. At the same time, according to the guests of the tournament, including from the UK, Kaliningrad filled it most. According to the coaching staff of the teams of Morocco and Spain, Russia held an unmatched tournament, which without a doubt became the best in history.
In the summer of 2018. Thanks to football, Russia overnight became the beloved country of the world. However, how long this feeling lasts is a question for all.
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