MOSCOW—Deafening honking, shirtless men riding the subway and smiling policemen: Russia’s heavily-controlled capital erupted in impromptu celebrations after the national soccer team, the lowest-ranked squad in the World Cup, toppled powerhouse Spain on Sunday evening.
One of the most surprising upsets in the history of the tournament triggered a rare spark of spontaneity in a country more used to choreographed celebrations on official holidays.
“It was very unexpected, but very pleasant,†Vladimir Dubov, who was wearing a team jersey, declared to the people around him in a subway car in central Moscow—a rare occurrence in a country where addressing strangers is often seen as suspicious. “I can’t believe we did this.â€
https://www.wsj.com/articles/moscow-celebrates-after-surprise-world-cup-win-1530483538?mod=e2tw
