If you want to experience the true culture and energy of Medellin, then this post is for you. I’m here in Medellin La 70 in the Laureles neighborhood on a Sunday night, and let me tell you — the energy is electric! There’s a big fútbol game tonight between Colombia and Argentina, and the city is nuts!
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Fútbol in Medellín: More Than Just a Game
If you’ve never experienced game night in Medellín, especially when the national team is playing, then you’re missing out on something special. The energy isn’t just confined to the stadium or the bars — it literally shifts the entire rhythm of the city.
People pour out into the streets, restaurants fill up, and the vibe turns into something that’s hard to put into words.
You’ve got to understand something: fútbol here isn’t just a sport. It’s a way of life. It’s cultural. It’s emotional. It’s unifying. And that’s exactly what makes it such a Rich Experience.
Everybody Gets Involved — Not Just the Men
One thing that really stood out to me? The women get just as passionate about the game than the men. Some of them are out here screaming at the top of their lungs, cheering, yelling, and living every moment of the match as if they were on the field themselves.
This isn’t a casual pastime. This is deep-rooted passion, and it’s shared across all ages and genders. When a game is on, everything else can wait. You better believe businesses adjust hours, traffic slows down, and life hits pause — because fútbol is on!
Respect the Culture — Even if You’re Not a Fan
Now I’ll be real with you… I’m not the biggest soccer fan myself. I couldn’t even tell you the score tonight. But when you’re here in Colombia, especially Medellin La 70, whether you love the game or not, you’d better respect it. Because saying you don’t like fútbol here? That’s basically blasphemy. You might even get mobbed for saying something wild like that.
So take my advice: blend in, cheer with the crowd, and soak up the atmosphere. It’s all part of the experience.
Even the Dogs Are into It
No joke, even the pets seem to be part of the celebration. Dogs out here on the street with jerseys, chilling with their humans, watching the game like they’re lifelong fans. It’s hilarious but heartwarming at the same time. In Colombia, dogs really are people too.
Eating Like a Local: Picada on La 70
All that energy had me working up an appetite, so I hit up one of the local street vendors and grabbed a picada. If you’ve never had one, let me school you real quick. A picada is a mouthwatering mix of grilled or fried meats (chicken, ribs, sausage) tossed together with potatoes, arepas, cheese, and more. It’s all chopped up and served hot on a plate. A perfect street meal to go with a big game night.
It’s Always a Rich Experience
Win or lose, one thing is for sure — Medellín turns every moment into a Rich Experience. The pride, the culture, the food, the community, the vibe — it’s all part of what makes this place so unforgettable. And that’s exactly the type of experience I want for you, so be sure to check out Medellin La 70 when you roll through.
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