Soccer in the rain
Last night I went to the opening match (Thailand vs. Iraq) of the AFC Asian Cup that is being co-hosted by Thailand. Unfortunately there was a heavy downpour before the game and a continuous light rain throughout it which kept a lot of people away. The fans that were there were very enthusiastic (but in a polite, Thai way - very different from the more raucous fans that are infamous in other parts of the world).
It was a very "Thai" experience - starting with the 2 1/2 hour bus ride through traffic jams typical of rainy Bangkok evenings. At the stadium they sold steamed dumplings, sushi, and dried fish snacks. There were hot dogs, but they were on skewers, not in buns.
The game ended in a 1-1 tie. Next up for Thailand are games against Oman and Australia.
-Tom