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Crowds gathered at FIFA Fan Fest in Miami to watch Team USA's second World Cup match against Australia
By Abby Dodge at CBS4 Miami
· June 20, 2026
· 2 min read
Despite the heat on Friday afternoon, a large crowd gathered at Bayfront Park to watch Team USA face off in its second match of the FIFA World Cup. Before the match even began, a group of fans lined up for line dancing, setting a patriotic tone for the afternoon at downtown Miami 's FIFA Fan Fest. Wh
Key takeaway Before the match even began, a group of fans lined up for line dancing, setting a patriotic tone for the afternoon at downtown Miami's FIFA Fan Fest.
Why this matters in The Miami
The large crowd that gathered at Bayfront Park to watch Team USA's match against Australia is a testament to Miami's diverse and vibrant community. As a major hub for Latin American and Caribbean communities, Miami's enthusiasm for soccer is not surprising, and events like the FIFA Fan Fest bring people together from all over the city. The fact that the event was held at Bayfront Park, a public space in downtown Miami, also highlights the city's efforts to provide accessible and safe spaces for community events. With the World Cup action continuing in South Florida, local organizers' decision to keep Fan Fest open and broadcast all tournament games on giant screens will likely draw even more crowds to the area, boosting local businesses and showcasing Miami's ability to host large-scale events. As the tournament progresses, it will be interesting to see how the city's infrastructure and public services handle the influx of visitors and fans.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 20, 2026 ·
Source: CBS4 Miami ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? Despite the heat on Friday afternoon, a large crowd gathered at Bayfront Park to watch Team USA face off in its second match of the FIFA World Cup. Before the match even began, a group of fans lined up for line dancing, setting a patriotic tone for the afternoon at downtown Miami's FIFA Fan Fest. Wh
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