Maybe your favorite team fell short in World Cup qualifying and is sitting out of the action in Russia. Maybe your favorite team is Argentina; sorry!
How to become the biggest Iceland fan
If you’re jumping on the Iceland bandwagon, here’s everything you need to gear up.
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If you’re a US men’s national team fan, that Christian Pulisic jersey you thought you’d be wearing right now is probably hiding in the back of your closet.
This doesn’t mean you should disregard the world’s most popular sporting event. In fact, quite the opposite. There’s 32 countries playing in this year’s World Cup, but only one will steal your heart: Iceland.
Iceland may be the smallest nation in the 2018 World Cup, but it’s mighty in spirit and character. As our Chris Greenberg notes, there are tons of reasons to hop on the Iceland bandwagon. For one, its manager is a part-time dentist. No joke.
And to top it off, Iceland shocked the world in its first match with a 1-1 tie against heavily favored Argentina.
Watch Iceland goalkeeper Hannes Halldorsson make this incredible save against Lionel Messi. Are you kidding me?!
Safe to say, you’re officially on the bandwagon.
Now that we have you riding with Iceland, it’s time to take you through a quick tutorial on how to become the biggest Iceland fan and join the epic Thunderclap chant in style.
Find your go-to Iceland shirt
If you’re all about the Viking helmet, we’ve found the perfect match.
If you’re obsessed with the Thunderclap, this “Keep Calm” shirt is calling your name.
And this one too!
This shirt is epic!
But if you’re looking for a more traditional way to rep your new favorite team, here is a good find.
Then, you need to get an Iceland scarf
Scarfs are an essential part of any soccer kit and both of these items are less than $30 on Amazon.
Finally, go all-in with the Iceland national team jersey
Our friends at Fanatics have you covered with home and away uniforms. Some sizes are currently not available.
Now that we’ve stocked you up with some Iceland merch, get out there and start the Thunderclap at your local World Cup viewing party.
Clap, huh!
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