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An experienced fan does not celebrate early. He counts minutes, fears added-time corners and rejoices only after the final whistle.
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A long-serving supporter does not know how to simply be happy. That skill atrophies after the third season. In its place come wariness, superstition and a constant feeling that something is going wrong, even when everything is going right.
Baltika lead 1:0. Twenty minutes to go.
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