The Opener Is Here

We’re at halftime of the World Cup opener between the hosts Germany and Costa Rica, which has been an exciting match to this point (2-1 at the break).
If I was a German supporter, I’d be concerned about the near-breakaway goal allowed to tie the score. The Germans responded well to regain the lead, but their defensive tactic of flashing an offside trap could cause trouble against a more talented opposition.
As expected, the atmosphere looks and sounds great. There’s something about a sea of people — most of them strangers — united in chants and celebration as national flags wave that makes me get a bit of the chills.
If I feel fit from the TV in my living room, who knows what my reactions will be once I get in the stadium?