Netherlands vs Mexico in Fortaleza was a great match and the Mexicans certainly know how to chant. It was the best atmosphere of any World Cup game I've been to. However for such a great game Robben's dive in the 89th minute, that was rewarded with a penalty and ultimately the winning goal, left a sour taste for most non-dutch fans.
From Fortaleza it was 2 back to back night buses (totaling 24hr) to get to Salvador where we were to see our final game, the round of 16 matchup between Belgium and the USA.
We had a brief stopover in Recife between our buses and to be honest there was not much to say. Skip it if you're in Brazil. Salvador on the other hand is awesome; dangerous, lively, african influenced and to boot it has good food!
Salvador certainly came across as the most sketchy place in all of brazil -dark alleys, wandering weird people and lots of poorer folk. But it was one of those places you go that has a great vibe. Lots of locals partying, playing music, socialising ... all in a city with colonial architecture, cobble stone laneways and great street art.
Unfortunately we only had 2 days jn Salvador and that was definitely not enough! Sadly the USA vs Belgium game was a bit of a dud too and Belgium went through leaving a lot of unhappy Americans to commiserate their exit from Copa de Mondial.
Prepping for the Mexico vs Netherlands game with some trusty Cococuts!
Pretty cool stadium in Fortaleza! Although miles away from the main town.
My neighbour was a sombrero. He was having a siesta for most of the match.
A sad Mexican fan rues the loss among the empty seats at the end of the game.
Post loss photos of Brandon, Tyler and Roxy.
Some cool street art.
More cool street art.
One of the many chapel's in Recife.
Guess where we were?
Having a few Brahma's and getting prepped to support the Yanks.
The favela, the stadium and the giant USA hat.
A delicious Salvadorian specialty all for about $15 I think.
The day after the game in Salvador was a big city festival for independence or something. These kids are celebrating somehow.
The big ladies guarding the main square? Your guess is as good as mine.
Street art splashed over construction barriers in Salvador
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