How big of a statement are you making when you wear clothing with your teams name and logo? For some it’s a bold declaration of passion, for others it was merely a clean shirt in the closet. Either way, it’s bound to call attention, which as learners of Portuguese is a perfect excuse to strike up a conversation.

Dialogue

A: Hein, camisa do Vitória. Eu não sabia que você gosta de futebol!

B: Também não sou muito fanática não, mas gosto deles sim.

A: Você também vai para os jogos?

B: Normalmente assisto só na televisão, é mais fácil.


A: Hay, a Vitoria shirt. I didn’t know that you like soccer!

B: I'm not really all that much of a fan, but I do like them yes.

A: Do you also go to their games?

B: Normally I just watch them on TV, it’s much easier.