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Tag Archives: World Cup

Moroccan Fishermen Celebrate World Cup Victory While Hauling Nets

Posted on December 18, 2022 by Rick SpilmanDecember 18, 2022

Morocco finished fourth in this year’s World Cup, becoming the first Arab and first African team to reach the semifinals in the international soccer tournament. Here is a short video of Moroccan fishermen at sea celebrating a team victory while … Continue reading →

Posted in Current, Lore of the Sea | Tagged fourth place, Moroccan Fishermen, semifinals, World Cup

Paul, the Octopus Oracle, Retires On Top

Posted on July 13, 2010 by Rick SpilmanJuly 13, 2010

Paul, an octopus, was a recent sensation when he accurately predicated the outcome of eight World Cup games in a row; as many games as he has legs.  Now the World Cup is over and Paul, a resident of the Sea Life aquarium … Continue reading →

Posted in Current, Lore of the Sea | Tagged Oberhausen, octopus, Paul, Sea Life aquarium, World Cup
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