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Raffaelson as he was previously known, has now transcended us mere mortals, entering into a truly exclusive group of people deemed worthy of full Vietnamese citizenship.

So how is the experience of being a football fanatic in Việt Nam, through the eyes of a migrant? To sum it up in one word; accessible.

To those of us with a love for it, football is more than just a game. It’s the game; the beautiful game. It’s a whole other universe with a rich tapestry of stories, iconic moments and accepted wisdom

Some may even say he accentuates the flavours around him. That's certainly the feeling in France right now.

Will Brazil bring an end to the nation's longest ever World Cup drought?

As the Qatar 2022 kicks off, I make my predictions alongside a selection of other local pundits.