The Premier League is currently underway, and I would like to share some episodes related to watching soccer in various Middle Eastern countries.
Egypt and Lebanon: Café Viewing Culture and Economy People in the Middle East are passionate about soccer. On match days, the atmosphere in the cafes around town changes dramatically.
Egypt: Price Fluctuations Due to Demand In a public café in Cairo, Egypt, the number of seats increased from the usual 150 to 550 during the World Cup. Additionally, the price of tea, which is normally 2.5 Egyptian pounds, was raised to 3 pounds on match days.
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