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It's All About Soccer

A daytime in Madrid
Gray sky overhead
The mist forms rows
Eyeing, hesitating
As spectators in a field
Hovering for kickoff

Masses of zealots
Shining bands of fans
In the style of a royal army
The sound of shoes trampling
Moving to a specific ground
Hovering for kickoff

The reals of Madrid are tough
They defy tooth and claw
The adrenaline level is rising
Blood of steel ran in their veins
Artistic knives are at the ready
They hurt the stadium

The reds of England look anxious.
To do this, a hero must be called.
A savior in times of peril.
A leader to rally the troops.
A Liverpool that flips the tides. 

Halftime is near
Relief for the Spanish is near
But there is a last terror spell
One final shot towards glory
A clip-on their lips
A blow on the Reals' souls

The fate of our heroes is unsure.
What lies next for the Reds?
But one thing is certain.
They seek victory.
Will they master the chaos of war?

Written: June 2, 2022

 A Brian Strand Premiere Choice Poetry Contest
Sponsored by: Brian Strand
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Baker Avatar
June 4, 2022 at 3:52 PM
Great match, better poem. Thanks for the imagery and tension of the Championship Lasaad. Good luck in the contest, my friend. Bill
Trifiatis Avatar
June 3, 2022 at 6:36 AM
An exciting description of the final game of the European Champion Cup. Liverpool was outstanding but the Goalkeeper of Real was a hero. Thank you my dearest friend, Lasaad! Be blessed!
Pandit Avatar
June 3, 2022 at 4:55 AM
Soccer is exciting--looks like you are a fan.
Wolf Avatar
June 2, 2022 at 8:37 PM
I grew up on 'Sock Her' -- I kept trying to apply it to my sisters, but they could outrun me. lol. Great description here, Lasaad! ~ gw
Dietrich Avatar
June 2, 2022 at 3:40 PM
I do not follow sports at all, but this is a great description of the team you appear to like so well!
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June 2, 2022 at 2:49 PM
I’m afraid the Reds went down, the Spanish where triumphant 1-0 on the night, you done a great job Lasaad capturing the tense atmosphere, wonderful poem, cheers David
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