This Football Fanatic Cycled 4000 Km To Russia Just To Watch FIFA World Cup

There is absolutely no doubt that football is one of the most loved sports in the world. With the ongoing FIFA World Cup in Russia, some football fans around the world have gone totally bonkers!

We’ve heard a number of crazy fan stories about people who defy human limits (or at least limits set by non-crazed fans) to catch live football action.

Cliffin Francis, from Kerala, cycled almost 4,000 km to Russia just to see one match of the 2018 FIFA World Cup.

Cliffin flew to Dubai, from where he began his ultimate adventure on a bicycle. He has cycledย 4,000 km across the UAE, Iran and Azerbaijan to reach his destination – Russia.

Yaaaaaaay…. angane Russia ?? ethi ☺️???☺️☺️☺️

Posted by Clifin Francis on Tuesday, 5 June 2018

This die-hard Argentinian fan is now in Russia and is very close to living his dream of watching the FIFA World Cup. His wish list also includes getting Lionel Messiโ€s autograph on his bicycle.

Cliffin Francis plans to write a book on his fabulous journey. We donโ€t know about you, but we’ll surely be getting a copy whenever itโ€s out. Here is a little video he shared on his Facebook page during his stay in Azerbaijan.

I came to Azerbaijan without any expectations , but now am leaving with many beautiful memories. It's time to say goodbye !!Walking to the borders…..

Posted by Clifin Francis on Monday, 4 June 2018