Rio de Janeiro neighborhoods create murals to support Brazil's World Cup bid
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 7:07 PM
Last updated Jun 11, 2026
Residents of Rio de Janeiro's Tijuca and Saude neighborhoods have painted streets in green and yellow as part of a vibrant display in support of Brazil's national team ahead of the World Cup. This tradition transforms entire blocks into open-air murals, fostering community spirit as the city prepares for the tournament. The initiative aims to energize local support as Brazil pursues a sixth World Cup title. The murals are seen as both a celebration and an act of solidarity among neighbors in the lead-up to the competition.
- •Residents paint streets in green and yellow for support
- •Murals transform entire blocks in Tijuca and Saude
- •Tradition aims to unify the community for the World Cup
- •Celebrates Brazil's ambition for a sixth title
- •Prepares the city for the upcoming tournament
- 7:07 PMYahoo Sports — World Cup street art returns to Rio de Janeiro
"Rio's Tijuca and Saude neighbourhoods paint streets for Brazil's World Cup dream, turning whole blocks into murals in green and yellow.
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