WATCH WORLD CUP MATCHES WITH YOUR LOCAL PROS
The FIFA World Cup is coming to North America this summer, and Sporting JAX has you covered! The First Coast may not be hosting matches this tournament, but Sporting JAX has you covered with a full lineup of events including watch parties, player appearances and more.
What to expect at during a the watch party?
- Hang out with Sporting JAX and meet local soccer pros
- You might even get a beer on us!
- Submit your match predictions for a chance to win prizes
- Talk soccer, share predictions, and connect with fellow fans and players
- Big-match energy, great people, and nonstop World Cup action
| Date | Match Kick Off Time | Matchup | Party Host Location |
| Friday, June 12 | Kick off: 9:00 pm | USA vs. Paraguay | Miller Ale House: The Avenues |
| Friday, June 12 | Kick off: 9:00 pm | USA vs. Paraguay | Culhanes: The Beaches |
| Friday, June 19 | Kick off: 3:00 pm | USA vs. Australia | Miller Ale House: Tinseltown |
| Friday, June 19 | Kick off: 3:00 pm | USA vs. Australia | Culhanes: Southside |
| Thursday, June 25 | Kick off: 10:00 pm | USA vs. Türkiye | Lemon Bar (21 and up) |
| Thursday, June 25 | Kick off: 10:00 pm | USA vs. Türkiye | Miller Ale House: Hodges |
THE BIGGEST WORLD CUP
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is, by definition, the biggest World Cup ever. This year’s tournament features 48 nations, the most to ever compete in the competition’s storied history. Eleven American cities will host in addition to Canadian and Mexican sites.
The United States finds itself in Group D alongside Paraguay, Australia and Türkiye. The Stars and Stripes will look defend their home turf as they build on a strong display at the last edition in 2022.
WATCH PARTIES & PREDICTIONS
Here are some of the predictions we’ll be asking about at our watch parties, be thinking about your picks:
🏆 Final score prediction
⚽ First player to score
🟨 First yellow card
🟥 Will there be a red card?
🥅 Total number of goals in the match
🎯 First team to score
⏱️ Minute of the first goal
🎥 Will VAR overturn a goal or penalty?
😅 Number of dramatic flops/dives
🔥 Player most likely to celebrate with a dance
⚽ Will the match go to penalties?
👀 Upset alert — underdog win or draw?
🥵 Number of added-time minutes in the second half
🤣 Bonus Fun Ones:
- Number of saves by each goalkeeper
- Will there be a scoreless first half?
- Number of times announcers mention Messi/Ronaldo
*Must be in attendance to win prizes!
