1. Even if you know virtually nothing about soccer, you probably know who this guy is.
Seriously, look at this guy.
He helped Brazil win three of their five World Cup championships, in 1958, 1962, and 1970 (and is the only player to do that.)
2. Neymar, one of the most exciting players in the world, is playing for Brazil this World Cup.
Check the footwork. He's owning it.
Oh, and also his hair is a sight to behold.
3. Brazilian fans do not joke around when it comes to cheering on their teams.
So even if you're blah on the games, you'll be able to see some pretty cool stuff in the stands.
For real, there are some pretty creative things going on in terms of costuming.
Cool beer glasses, bro.
4. With Brazil as the host country, the passion Brazilians are known for will be especially evident.
Though the anti-World Cup passion has been in evidence, as well.
5. And the goal celebrations prove that they've got moves.
6. Brazil's fierce rivalry with Argentina could rile up even the most disinterested soccer fan.
7. Their bad blood even extends to great individual players.
Pelé and Maradona from Argentina are both considered to be two of the greatest players of all time. They have a general dislike for each other that they have never been shy about sharing.
There is no love lost.
8. Plus, if Argentina does play Brazil, it will likely be in the finals.
9. Brazilians believe in soccer with style. Their players aren't expected to simply score goals, they are supposed to play beautifully — joga bonito.
10. And everything they do oozes swag.
11. Their 1970 World Cup Squad is widely considered the best team ever assembled.
Rainbows shot from their feet every time they touched the ball. Observe:
View this video on YouTube
12. Brazil has also produced the most prolific goal scorer in World Cup history: Ronaldo.
Here's some verifiable proof:
View this video on YouTube
13. The final will be played at the iconic Maracanã stadium.
14. The Brazilian team has hoisted aloft that magic gold trophy five times, which is a record.
Yes, victory is sweet indeed.
We're gonna lift this bad boy up again this summer #forcabrasil
15. Current coach Luiz Felipe Scolari (Felipão) is a proven champion.
16. Even when they lose they are still considered elite.
17. But there's no need to worry, because they're expected to win their group.
18. They will be flying in the ballerest plane of all the planes, so you know they'll be in good spirits while playing.
19. And they have a distinct home field advantage.
20. They have hosted and lost before, so redemption is in order.
21. But no matter what, it quite simply isn't the World Cup without Brazil.
22. The number one reason to root for Brazil this World Cup is simple, though: their chances of winning.
So sit back and get in the mood with some Brazilian jams, because it's going to be a beautiful World Cup no matter what.
Joga bonito, everybody!