Lula supporters chant at Brazil vs. Argentina women's football match

During a women's football friendly between Brazil and Argentina at the Beira-Rio stadium in Porto Alegre, spectators expressed political support for presidential candidate Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva. Following the national anthem, sections of the crowd chanted “Olê Lula, Lula!” and displayed campaign stickers and hand gestures.

This political demonstration occurred amidst the campaign for the second round of the presidential election, where Lula is facing Flávio Bolsonaro. In Porto Alegre, Lula previously secured 48.57% of the vote in the first round, compared to 41.86% for Bolsonaro.

On the pitch, the Brazilian women's team defeated Argentina 3-1. Brazil's goals were scored by Angelina, Geyse, and Luany, with Geyse scoring via a bicycle kick. Maricel Pereyra scored the lone goal for Argentina.