Saudi infidels dance for joy as motorists wave the national flag from windows on the streets of Riyadh: The unexpected victory for Saudi Arabia 2-1 Argentina against Lionel Messi is a historic achievement for the Kingdom.
“Nothing is impossible for Saudi Arabia. The future is here and we are the future,” said Tariq Al-Shammari, 35, who watched the match in front of a giant screen in one of the capital’s stadiums. Around him, fans who abandoned hookahs stormed the field, singing songs of support for the Saudi national team.
“We have people who love football and we love it,” said Sultan, another fan in traditional dress wearing a white and green scarf. “We are investing in infrastructure and we have the ability to compete with European countries.”
Riyadh was preparing to celebrate throughout Tuesday night, the day after a public holiday was declared in the kingdom. Turki Al-Sheikh, advisor to the Royal Court and head of the Entertainment Authority, announced on Twitter that entry to the main amusement parks and entertainment venues in the capital will be free.
