The celebration of the World Cup in Qatar 2022 has already begun and with this, thousands of Mexican fans have come to Arab lands to accompany the tricolor team in each of their matches, making themselves noticed from the first moment.
Through social networks, several videos have been released where the Aztec fans refer to those features that make them unique and characterize them, which has caused astonishment among residents of the East and other countries of the world.
Mexican-Qatari Garments
For anyone, whether male or female, visiting public places in Qatar, their clothing must cover their shoulders and knees and avoid cleavage (in the case of women). The use of shorts, Bermuda shorts or short dresses is not allowed.
Mexican ingenuity has been such that several of them made the “abaya” or “aba”, a typical long tunic that reaches down to the feet used by the Qataris, or Arab turbans with colors and motifs of the Mexican team, showing their respect for this culture.
On the other hand, the Mexican fans leave their personal mark with the diversity of outfits they are using: from charro costumes, catrinas, traditional Mexican clothing, headdresses, of course wearing the colors green, white and red in their clothes, and even costumes. from Chapulín Colorado or botargas from Dr. Simi.
iconic sounds
Without a doubt, music is distinctive of Mexican culture. The song “Cielito Lindo” was not only part of the opening ceremony when the participating teams were presented, but it is also heard in the streets; even, at the inauguration of the Mexico-Qatar Center where Foreign Minister Marcelo Ebrard chanted it along with more Mexicans.
Another example that has occurred in this World Cup is the reception of Mexican fans with mariachis at the Doha airport. Or in addition, the “old iron” audio emitted by a large horn carried by a fan drew attention in the streets of Qatar.
Attitude and union, above all
Something that identifies Mexicans is joy, creativity and warmth in dealing with people with different cultures. Until now, this World Cup has seen how fans do not hesitate to involve anyone else who wants to in their activities.
For example, the famous dance of the “Rodeo Clown” where they taught the Qataris how to dance it, the invitation to a Qatari woman to dance cumbia or when, in the middle of the party, an Arab man allowed himself to be attacked by Mexicans and thrown some meters through the air.
On the other hand, the same Mexicans are also learning the local culture by participating in traditional Qatari dances.
In just a few days, Mexican culture is leaving its mark on Arab lands through its colors, clothing, behavior and communication that distinguishes it. Within your professional field, how do you want your personal branding to be to be remembered?