A community‑driven celebration
Fans in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, have turned kRav’N Bar and Grill into a makeshift stadium for the U.S. men’s national team’s World Cup matches, gathering under a giant outdoor screen that draws crowds of supporters clutching lawn chairs and waving flags.
The watch parties are organized by the local chapter of the American Outlaws, a soccer fan community that coordinates the events and ensures the bar’s patio is equipped for large‑scale viewing.
When the weather held, the outdoor setup proved perfect, allowing spectators to soak up the summer air while the excitement on the field translated into chants, high‑fives and a palpable sense of camaraderie.
Jesse Severson, the bar’s director of operations, admitted he was initially doubtful about the scale of the turnout, but the overwhelming response has turned the experiment into a regular fixture for the community.
Long‑time U.S. soccer fan Kevin Deilke says the atmosphere is unlike anything he has experienced, noting that the collective energy of the crowd makes each match feel like a shared celebration.
After a decisive victory over Bosnia‑Herzegovina, the team’s advancement has only heightened anticipation, with another watch party slated for Monday, July 6, pending the forecast.