Green, White, Burgundy … and BlueIn 2007, grieving the loss of his father, the author found solace in Fluminense’s Copa Libertadores run. This rekindled his love for football, leading him to Chelsea and a shared passion with university peers. Despite recent disappointments for both clubs, Fluminense’s 2023 Libertadores victory brought unexpected joy, culminating in a bittersweet Club World Cup clash against Chelsea. This tested his dual loyalties, a lesson he hopes to impart to his newborn son.