Soccer Fever Sweeps Philadelphia as World Cup Ignites Citywide Passion
World Cup fan fests and bar gatherings illustrate Philadelphia’s growing soccer enthusiasm, despite scheduling and cost hurdles.
Jun 23, 2026
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