Argentina is mad about football. A number of Argentines are mad about Diego Maradona. A similarly high number are mad about Boca Juniors, the club where Maradona thrived. Should I have therefore been surprised that this fervor culminates at Boca's Bombonera stadium and its aptly named "Museum of Boca passion"? This is a rare case where the word 'passion' fails to properly convey the devotion to the club. From trophies of the team's many victories to old jerseys from the start of the 20th century, the museum has it all. But the highlight of the visit? A group of obnoxious Brazilian tourists, all decked out in a bright yellow national jersey with Pele's name on it, loudly taking pictures. It seems Argentine-Brazilian rivalry is equally legendary.
Museum of Boca passion.
Bombonera stadium.
Diego Maradona and a lovely afro, taken when he first joined the club.
This is priceless. "A name resonates throughout Africa: Mandela is liberated. In Asia, the Gulf War breaks out. Another name resonates throughout America: BOCA, the continental champion, who won the 'Recopa' and 'Clausura'." Just to put Mandela's freedom in context, you know.
Collection of football jerseys.
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