The World Cup brings out the deepest passions fans have for their national teams. But unfortunately, football can also be divisive, sometimes with violent and even deadly consequences. In Colombia's capital, where the city's two biggest teams split Bogota's allegiance down the middle, two fans are proving that friendship can transcend the color of a jersey. CGTN's Michelle Beg-ay has their story.

Jose Richard and Cesar Daza should be arch rivals. They passionately support Bogota's two opposing football teams -- Cesar is a fan of Santa Fe -- and Jose a lifelong supporter of Millonarios.

CESAR DAZA SANTA FE FAN "Unfortunately in Colombian stadiums, and around the world, we see aggressive behaviors, violence, and even deaths because of the color of a jersey."

But the same passion that drives others apart is what united these two friends -- the love of football. Watching a game is difficult for Jose Richard. He was born with a progressive genetic disorder that's now left him blind and deaf. Cesar first met Jose as a volunteer guide -- to help him enjoy games -- but the bond they've formed runs deep. Cesar describes what is going on in the field through signs that are played out on a board.

JOSE RICHARD MILLONARIOS FAN "This was a technique we came up with together. I taught him some things, and Cesar taught me, and together we designed a football game on a board."

You might think this could simply be done in front of a TV set, but Jose says he prefers being at the field, enjoying a game with all his senses.

JOSE RICHARD MILLONARIOS FAN "When I am in a stadium, I feel everything through the board, it is like I can hear the screams through the board, the people's energy, and emotions."

Jose's passion is contagious, and even during a tense "Clasico", where Santa Fe and Millonarios face off, Cesar can't help but feel happy for his friend when the opposing team scores a goal. 

CESAR DAZA SANTA FE FAN "I think Jose Richard gets even more emotional than the people who are experiencing it in the stadium. It is incredible, I see him get animated and stressed when there is a corner kick, or a penalty is lost. I love to see him react."

Cesar and Jose's relationship has drawn national attention, and they've even been tapped by Bogota's Mayor's office to lead an anti-violence campaign in and around stadiums.

CESAR DAZA SANTA FE FAN "We realized this was a call for tolerance and peace in stadiums, that I can serve my companion, even though we are from different teams. If he has a triumph, I have to celebrate it, because we must celebrate the wins of others. That is the message we want to share."

An example to the world that in life as well as in sports, the more we give the more we can receive. Michelle Begue, CGTN, Colombia.