Rwany Sibaja
@rwanysibaja.bsky.social
Cultural historian of Latin America (sports: 🇦🇷⚽️) | Orígen 🇨🇷y 🇺🇸| History Education | Enjoy ☕️+🧉| https://rwanysibaja.com [Opinions are my own]
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I feel like the only way I'm going to be able to see a World Cup match in-person is if Atlanta ends up hosting a match like Cape Verde vs. Saudi Arabia, two smaller countries with little soccer prestige.
Actually, I'd be content with a Scotland vs. Haiti matchup.
Actually, I'd be content with a Scotland vs. Haiti matchup.
December 6, 2025 at 1:01 PM
I feel like the only way I'm going to be able to see a World Cup match in-person is if Atlanta ends up hosting a match like Cape Verde vs. Saudi Arabia, two smaller countries with little soccer prestige.
Actually, I'd be content with a Scotland vs. Haiti matchup.
Actually, I'd be content with a Scotland vs. Haiti matchup.
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World Cup draw. Remember half of the third placed teams go through. Unlikely to be a gripping group stage, but some fun matchups nonetheless.
December 5, 2025 at 7:10 PM
World Cup draw. Remember half of the third placed teams go through. Unlikely to be a gripping group stage, but some fun matchups nonetheless.
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The United States 🇺🇸 draw Paraguay 🇵🇾 in Group D. They'll face off in their opening match on June 12.
December 5, 2025 at 6:49 PM
The United States 🇺🇸 draw Paraguay 🇵🇾 in Group D. They'll face off in their opening match on June 12.
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I had Australia as one of the best-case scenarios for the U.S. out of Pot 2. And that's who they get!
Definitely favorable for the Americans.
Definitely favorable for the Americans.
December 5, 2025 at 6:38 PM
I had Australia as one of the best-case scenarios for the U.S. out of Pot 2. And that's who they get!
Definitely favorable for the Americans.
Definitely favorable for the Americans.
Yes!
Australia into Group D with the United States. Big break
December 5, 2025 at 6:38 PM
Yes!
I'd be perfectly OK if they yank Rio Ferdinand and just let Danny Ramirez and Shaq take over this cringey World Cup draw.
December 5, 2025 at 6:35 PM
I'd be perfectly OK if they yank Rio Ferdinand and just let Danny Ramirez and Shaq take over this cringey World Cup draw.
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Fugees welcome.
Refugees? Not so much.
Refugees? Not so much.
December 5, 2025 at 6:03 PM
Fugees welcome.
Refugees? Not so much.
Refugees? Not so much.
Oh bloody hell. Just when you think FIFA can't sink any lower, or become more incompetent, they actually found a way to ruin the draw itself. At least I have something practical to discuss in January in my FIFA World Cup history course (politics & sports)
December 5, 2025 at 5:49 PM
Oh bloody hell. Just when you think FIFA can't sink any lower, or become more incompetent, they actually found a way to ruin the draw itself. At least I have something practical to discuss in January in my FIFA World Cup history course (politics & sports)
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I wish Grant Wahl was here rn
December 5, 2025 at 5:34 PM
I wish Grant Wahl was here rn
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FIFA awarding Donald Trump a "peace prize" is an insult to every supporter/player/coach of the beautiful game who actually believes in justice and humanity.
December 5, 2025 at 5:33 PM
FIFA awarding Donald Trump a "peace prize" is an insult to every supporter/player/coach of the beautiful game who actually believes in justice and humanity.
Always
December 5, 2025 at 5:29 PM
Always
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This is the official Atlanta World Cup city guide. Restaurants, travel hacks, and a booming soccer culture.
But as I wrote it, I realized it was like my love letter to the city I’ve called home since 2010.
www.nytimes.com/athletic/678...
But as I wrote it, I realized it was like my love letter to the city I’ve called home since 2010.
www.nytimes.com/athletic/678...
Atlanta World Cup 2026 guide: What to do, eat and see
Everything you need to know as the city prepares to host World Cup games, from its sporting history to the best places to eat and drink
www.nytimes.com
December 5, 2025 at 2:00 PM
This is the official Atlanta World Cup city guide. Restaurants, travel hacks, and a booming soccer culture.
But as I wrote it, I realized it was like my love letter to the city I’ve called home since 2010.
www.nytimes.com/athletic/678...
But as I wrote it, I realized it was like my love letter to the city I’ve called home since 2010.
www.nytimes.com/athletic/678...
Happy World Cup Draw Day to all who celebrate! ⚽️
This very tico breakfast goes out to 🇨🇷 this morning since they didn’t qualify.
This very tico breakfast goes out to 🇨🇷 this morning since they didn’t qualify.
December 5, 2025 at 1:44 PM
Happy World Cup Draw Day to all who celebrate! ⚽️
This very tico breakfast goes out to 🇨🇷 this morning since they didn’t qualify.
This very tico breakfast goes out to 🇨🇷 this morning since they didn’t qualify.
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It was everywhere in England in the 90s. Soccer AM on Sky. Soccer Schools. Sensible Soccer (the best soccer video game). Never heard objections to it until about 20 years ago.
The word "soccer" originated in England and, in some situations, is still used. Many old reports written in England will refer to it as soccer, and more recent TV shows and other media still use it. The hostility towards the word in England is fairly recent. I wrote this on the subject in 2017.
Call it Soccer: A history of football words
Part of the #WFIFriday series, written by @JDNalton. The word “soccer” originated in England, and was originally used to differentiate association football from its rugby cousin. Just as rugby footbal...
worldfootballindex.com
December 4, 2025 at 2:52 PM
It was everywhere in England in the 90s. Soccer AM on Sky. Soccer Schools. Sensible Soccer (the best soccer video game). Never heard objections to it until about 20 years ago.
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Hoy es un día tan bueno como cualquier otro para iniciar un 🧵 con nuestras camisetas de fútbol.
Por ejemplo este clásico, la que utilizó la selección española en el Mundial de 1998.
Por ejemplo este clásico, la que utilizó la selección española en el Mundial de 1998.
March 28, 2024 at 8:02 AM
Hoy es un día tan bueno como cualquier otro para iniciar un 🧵 con nuestras camisetas de fútbol.
Por ejemplo este clásico, la que utilizó la selección española en el Mundial de 1998.
Por ejemplo este clásico, la que utilizó la selección española en el Mundial de 1998.
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Did you know Colombia was due to host the World Cup in 1986 but pulled out for economic reasons?
What about Norway being the only country that Brazil has never beaten?
@willjeanes.bsky.social has unearthed an eclectic mix of facts & stats about every country in the World Cup draw.
bit.ly/4iDj8kw
What about Norway being the only country that Brazil has never beaten?
@willjeanes.bsky.social has unearthed an eclectic mix of facts & stats about every country in the World Cup draw.
bit.ly/4iDj8kw
December 2, 2025 at 12:42 PM
Did you know Colombia was due to host the World Cup in 1986 but pulled out for economic reasons?
What about Norway being the only country that Brazil has never beaten?
@willjeanes.bsky.social has unearthed an eclectic mix of facts & stats about every country in the World Cup draw.
bit.ly/4iDj8kw
What about Norway being the only country that Brazil has never beaten?
@willjeanes.bsky.social has unearthed an eclectic mix of facts & stats about every country in the World Cup draw.
bit.ly/4iDj8kw
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Since Thomas Müller arrived, the Caps are 9W-1L-5D with a +24 goal differential. Their only loss came when an early red reduced them to 10 men for 80 minutes.
Two best teams in the league are meeting in MLS Cup.
Two best teams in the league are meeting in MLS Cup.
Since that 5-3 loss to Chicago that effectively ended the Supporters’ Shield race, Miami have played 8 games. They’ve won seven of them by multiple goals.
November 30, 2025 at 4:13 AM
Since Thomas Müller arrived, the Caps are 9W-1L-5D with a +24 goal differential. Their only loss came when an early red reduced them to 10 men for 80 minutes.
Two best teams in the league are meeting in MLS Cup.
Two best teams in the league are meeting in MLS Cup.
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THE USA'S OWN TYLER ADAMS SCORES AN ABSOLUTE WORLDIE! 🇺🇸
November 29, 2025 at 3:25 PM
THE USA'S OWN TYLER ADAMS SCORES AN ABSOLUTE WORLDIE! 🇺🇸
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The Society for American Soccer History (SASH) tracked down “one of the oldest trophies in all sports, anywhere” — the Tiffany-made American Football Association Cup, dating back to 1884.
SA's Dan Woog tells the story here.
www.socceramerica.com/as-the-world...
SA's Dan Woog tells the story here.
www.socceramerica.com/as-the-world...
As the world turns its eyes to soccer in America, SASH supplies the backstory - Soccer America
The Society for American Soccer History's mission is to “promote, facilitate, and disseminate research into the rich history of soccer in the USA."
www.socceramerica.com
November 27, 2025 at 1:33 AM
The Society for American Soccer History (SASH) tracked down “one of the oldest trophies in all sports, anywhere” — the Tiffany-made American Football Association Cup, dating back to 1884.
SA's Dan Woog tells the story here.
www.socceramerica.com/as-the-world...
SA's Dan Woog tells the story here.
www.socceramerica.com/as-the-world...
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NEW: 52% of Latino adults in the U.S. say they worry that they, a family member or a close friend could be deported.
www.pewresearch.org/race-and-eth...
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November 25, 2025 at 4:50 AM
NEW: 52% of Latino adults in the U.S. say they worry that they, a family member or a close friend could be deported.
www.pewresearch.org/race-and-eth...
www.pewresearch.org/race-and-eth...
That is quite the salary range
The Department of Black Studies and the Frederick Douglass Institute at the University of Rochester invite applications for an open rank position in Black Digital Studies. Salary Range or Pay Grade: $90,000-$390,000
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November 25, 2025 at 12:50 AM
That is quite the salary range
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Lionel Messi's last seven games:
⚽️ 11 goals
🅰️ 11 assists
⏰ Goal contribution every 28.6 minutes
⚽️ 11 goals
🅰️ 11 assists
⏰ Goal contribution every 28.6 minutes
November 24, 2025 at 12:06 AM
Lionel Messi's last seven games:
⚽️ 11 goals
🅰️ 11 assists
⏰ Goal contribution every 28.6 minutes
⚽️ 11 goals
🅰️ 11 assists
⏰ Goal contribution every 28.6 minutes
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If you use GMail, AI (Gemini) was turned on yesterday by default and now scans all of your content for machine learning. To turn off, go to Settings>General and scroll down. Uncheck the box for "Smart features."
There's other "Smart" add-ons as well, but that's the one that reads your content.
There's other "Smart" add-ons as well, but that's the one that reads your content.
November 20, 2025 at 5:32 PM
If you use GMail, AI (Gemini) was turned on yesterday by default and now scans all of your content for machine learning. To turn off, go to Settings>General and scroll down. Uncheck the box for "Smart features."
There's other "Smart" add-ons as well, but that's the one that reads your content.
There's other "Smart" add-ons as well, but that's the one that reads your content.
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Since Curacao started its project, the World Cup has been the goal - however unlikely it seemed for an island country with 155,000 people.
For @yahoosports.bsky.social: How a mix of veterans & new faces, famous names & behind-the-scenes pros made the dream come true
sports.yahoo.com/soccer/artic...
For @yahoosports.bsky.social: How a mix of veterans & new faces, famous names & behind-the-scenes pros made the dream come true
sports.yahoo.com/soccer/artic...
Curaçao, the smallest nation in World Cup history, just shocked the soccer world
For a moment, Curaçao's World Cup hopes looked doomed, then VAR delivered the most important no-call in the history of the tiny Caribbean nation.
sports.yahoo.com
November 19, 2025 at 5:50 AM
Since Curacao started its project, the World Cup has been the goal - however unlikely it seemed for an island country with 155,000 people.
For @yahoosports.bsky.social: How a mix of veterans & new faces, famous names & behind-the-scenes pros made the dream come true
sports.yahoo.com/soccer/artic...
For @yahoosports.bsky.social: How a mix of veterans & new faces, famous names & behind-the-scenes pros made the dream come true
sports.yahoo.com/soccer/artic...
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Haiti's qualification for the 2026 World Cup means there are now two nations going to the tournament whose citizens are subject to US travel bans.
November 19, 2025 at 10:09 AM
Haiti's qualification for the 2026 World Cup means there are now two nations going to the tournament whose citizens are subject to US travel bans.