After much anticipation, it’s the eve of the World Cup. St. Louis soccer fans will have plenty to do over the next two months. CITY SC’s Summer of Soccer officially kicks off Thursday, before St. Louis native Tim Ream and the U.S. Men’s National Team plays Paraguay on Friday. That same day, the Bosnia and Herzegovina team will play Canada, after a memorable sendoff in St. Louis. Read more here, and look for places to watch the World Cup below.
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What To Know
CITY SC’s 40 Days of Soccer
The club’s Summer of Soccer initiative begins with the family-friendly “Kick Off at the Arch” event at 2 p.m. Thursday. Lou Fusz Plaza then hosts a watch party on Friday, when the USMNT plays Paraguay. See the full schedule here.
CITY SC Academy players named to All-MLS NEXT Team
Following CITY SC Academy’s run to the U19 final, defender Stone Marion and goalkeeper Brady Cochrane were named to the competition's Best XI. Cochrane and Marion join CITY SC defender Emi Chavez (who received Goal of the Matchday honors), as well as St. Louis Development Academy’s Adam Trachsel (named Academy Division Best XI) in receiving accolades this season.
Josh Yaro loaned to Athletic Club Boise
CITY SC defender Josh Yaro has been loaned to USL League 1 side Athletic Boise for the remainder of the season. A CITY SC original, Yaro made his Boise debut in last week’s USL Cup match. Since signing ahead of the club's inaugural season, Yaro has made 56 appearances and scored two goals.
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Whether you’re cheering on the U.S. Men’s National Team, Bosnia and Herzegovina, or just want to be immersed in the excitement with fellow fans, there’s a wide range of options across the metro area for watching the games.
Join our St. Louis Family Playdate on June 18 at Queeny Park Nursery, presented by Royal Banks of Missouri. Enjoy hands-on activities and nature-inspired learning designed for kids and parents to explore together. Register now.
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