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because of jet lag

european teams have an advantage

okay but what about the time zones?

never mind

wait what

okay but what about the stockholm syndrome?

🌕

okay but what about the moon?

so they’re doomed

but qatar is hot

russia always loses in winter

cold weather = bad for soccer

okay but what about the weather?

but they got knocked out early

japan’s stock market is strong

strong stock market = strong team

okay but what about the stock market?

but they won last time

argentina’s inflation is 100%

high inflation = bad team

okay but what if we use inflation rates?

fine but i’m right

let’s just watch the games

me too

i’m tired

but like... economics

no they’re not

they’re hosting so they’re cheating

okay but what about qatar again

but they’re not even in the cup