The Haha against Putin
The Haka against Putin
The Maoris from New Zealand are the inspiration for the Ukrainian people. The Haka is not a war dance, but a dance as a tribute and an ode to their gods. It appears aggressive, but barking dogs do not bite. It is a ritual that symbolizes honor.
And honor they have in Ukraine. With the power of Haka, they are gradually pushing the Russians off their own territory again, and with good reason, because there is no right to keep house like this against people who just led a quiet life until a few weeks ago.
But the Haka is more than just a tribute to dead people and loved ones. It is a ritual of togetherness. Love each other and fight for each other. All Blacks with their knees on the ground, but without arching their backs. Upright, heels deep in the sand. Losing is one thing, but losing is too big a bump.
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Ukraine has a lot of losses. Russia too. Boys, who may still know each other from kindergarten, face each other. Where's the ball is the big question. And how do we get the ball in possession and between the posts or over the back line. Where is the line and who has chalked it up on the field this morning.
A well-known phenomenon in the sports world. If the ball is over, it is 1 against 0. Then it is up to the other side to score a goal to at least equalize the battle. The tension is rising. The man or woman who has drawn the line on both sides doubts whether the line should not have been placed a little back. The scrum follows. Everyone is on edge with the sand between their toes. Perhaps with the sweat between the buttocks, the attack and defense follow.
The knees go to the floor but there is no bending. Accidentally farted, fearing the fight. But with their backs straight, the defense follows a cowardly and unjustified attack, where a red card is in order. Only the referee is still in the locker room because he is afraid to make a decision. So the Hakas from Ukraine are on their own for the time being. They dance to peace, they shout loudly to freedom. A force majeure of trust and honesty. But with every right to defend itself firmly and sometimes to choose the attack.
Haka, Haka, Oops, misjudgment of the opponent. 1-0 behind, Putin, the line is drawn, get over it.