Soccer fans in Los Angeles and San Francisco are preparing to gather at various venues to watch the highly anticipated World Cup Final match between Spain and Argentina.
In Los Angeles, options range from specialized sports bars to unique viewing locations. N17 The Lane, located at 12516 W Washington Blvd, aims to provide a soccer-centric atmosphere, drawing inspiration from the North London postal code associated with Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. For a more distinctive setting, The Autry Museum of the American West at 4700 Western Heritage Way in Griffith Park will host viewings. Cosm Los Angeles, situated at 1250 District Dr, Inglewood, CA 90305, offers an immersive experience with its 12K projection system in the heart of the city's sports district. The West Hollywood venue Blue Birdy, at 8440 Sunset Blvd, provides a stylish environment from the owner of the well-known soccer hub Joxer Daly’s, complete with a hidden game room. Additionally, Tom's Watch Bar at 1011 S Figueroa St b101 places fans directly in the L.A. Live entertainment complex.
San Francisco also boasts a variety of viewing spots. The Kezar Pub at 770 Stanyan St is a historic establishment known for its dedicated soccer following, where fans have been known to line up hours before major matches. Thrive City at Chase Center, located at 1725 3rd St, offers a large outdoor viewing space for supporters. The Midway in the Dogpatch neighborhood at 900 Marin St is another destination for World Cup enthusiasts. For a more unique setting, the Cigar Bar & Grill at 850 Montgomery St provides a viewing experience within a historic brick building, featuring a heated outdoor courtyard with large screens and enhanced acoustics. Danny Coyle’s at 668 Haight St offers a compact, high-energy pub atmosphere in the Lower Haight area, where patrons often bring food from nearby establishments.
Spain enters the final as the betting favorite, with odds ranging from -148 to -178 to win the trophy, while Argentina is listed as an underdog at +125 to +154. Lionel Messi is the strong favorite to be named the tournament MVP, with odds at -250. ![Exterior of Chase Center with a large screen showing "Eric Church Double Down Tour Tonight!" and many people walking around an open plaza.]( "Exterior of Chase Center with a large screen showing "Eric Church Double Down Tour Tonight!" and many people walking around an open plaza.")