There is happiness

The virus is still running, but it's a safe bet that at the first whistle on Friday night, our thoughts will move on. Ours, and those of the 450 million Europeans for whom an XXL party is starting. A pleasing prospect that few of us have seen happen, preoccupied by the complex gymnastics of vaccination appointments, and the uncertainties of returning to the office after several months of teleworking. What a pleasant surprise, this Euro! We raise our heads, and here appears the promise of a month of joy, suspense, adrenaline, intense emotions that could dethrone our sanitary torments. Happiness is there, at your fingertips. Between two and four games a day during the first fortnight, a spectacle to be savored like a thrilling TV series, especially as our players, these heroes,are the favorites of the competition.

So, of course, in the stands of the 11 European cities and in the fan-zones, the atmosphere promises to be austere. Difficult, there, to forget the Covid: the supporters must be masked and seated, provided with a health pass or a PCR test. In bars, no one standing, on the terrace or inside. It is therefore at home that the French prepare to fully enjoy the moment. Many have equipped themselves with TV screens and overhead projectors to match the event. Moments of grace, to share with the family. Bands of girlfriends, mothers or companions, recently conquered by the round ball, women will also be part of the party. According to a 2019 Ipsos poll, the number of aficionadas has doubled in two years, a combined effect of the 2018 World Cup and a magical duo of PSG stars, Neymar and Mbappé.

For this 2021 vintage, add to the talented Kylian the prowess of Griezmann, Benzema, Pogba, Giroud… and women will not shy away from their pleasure! They also vibrate for the beautiful gestures and the exploits of the France team, the feeling of pride has no gender.