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Curaçao national team receives warm welcome during World Cup workout in Boca Raton
By Matthew Garcia at WSVN 7 News
· June 12, 2026
· 2 min read
The Curaçao soccer team received a warm welcome from fans in Boca Raton as they prepared for their first match of the tournament against Germany. Hundreds of fans came out to the Florida Atlantic University football stadium to cheer on the players from Curaçao. “It brings a lot of joy to see the peo
Key takeaway We always like to have the connection with them, with the audience, and if you see how many people came out now to see this training, it gives us a lot of positive energy,” said Curaçao goalkeeper Eloy Room.
Why this matters in The Miami
The warm welcome for Curaçao's national team in Boca Raton is a testament to the strong Caribbean presence in South Florida. With Miami being a major hub for Latin American and Caribbean communities, it's no surprise that fans of the tiny island nation have a significant presence in the area. The fact that Curaçao is just a three-hour flight from Miami makes it an easily accessible destination, and many Miamians have ties to the island through family or cultural exchange. As the Blue Wave takes on Germany in their World Cup debut, fans in Miami and surrounding areas will likely be watching with great interest, cheering on their adopted team. The energy and excitement generated by Curaçao's World Cup run could also have a ripple effect in Miami's own Caribbean communities, potentially inspiring local soccer enthusiasts and fostering a sense of pride and connection to the region's diverse cultural heritage.
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Category: arts ·
Published: June 12, 2026 ·
Source: WSVN 7 News ·
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