World Cup: Haitians are ready to finally celebrate their own players, culture on the biggest stage

Fans of Brazil's soccer team cheer during the South Africa 2010 World Cup match between Brazil and Ivory Coast as they watch the game from Sylvio Cator stadium in Port-au-Prince, Sunday, June 20, 2010. (AP Photo/Alexandre Meneghini). Alexandre Meneghini/ASSOCIATED PRESS/AP.

WLRN Public Media | By Wilkine Brutus

After decades of rooting for soccer powerhouse Brazil, many Haitian fans now face mixed loyalties as Haiti’s national team heads to its first World Cup in 52 years — where they will face the five-time world champions themselves.

It’s a moment that resonates beyond the sport. At a time of chaos, tragedy and unrest in the nation, appearing on the biggest international sporting stage is a chance to show off its competitive and cultural spirit.

This story was originally produced by WLRN, South Florida’s only public radio station at 91.3 FM, as part of a content sharing partnership with MIA Media Group. Read more at WLRN.org

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