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Updated · Fox News · Jun 17
England Fans Pack Dallas Pub for World Cup 2026 Opener vs Croatia at 4 p.m. ET
Updated
Updated · Fox News · Jun 17

England Fans Pack Dallas Pub for World Cup 2026 Opener vs Croatia at 4 p.m. ET

3 articles · Updated · Fox News · Jun 17

Summary

  • England supporters gathered at the Londoner Pub on Mockingbird Lane in Dallas ahead of England's World Cup 2026 opening match against Croatia.
  • Dallas became a pregame hub as traveling fans documented the atmosphere around the city, including outdoor fan events tied to the June 16 opener.
  • One visiting England fan highlighted U.S. hospitality and free drink refills, underscoring the culture-clash moments drawing attention around the tournament.
  • The gathering reflects how World Cup 2026 is already pulling large overseas fan bases into U.S. host cities before kickoff.

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