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Farewell to Team USA's World Cup run. This diehard fan in LA will root for you again next time
By Libby Rainey at LAist (KPCC / Southern California Public Radio)
· July 7, 2026
· 4 min read
Jeff van Hoy and his son outside SoFi Stadium in Inglewood during U.S.A.'s opening match against Paraguay. (Courtesy Jeff van Hoy)L.A. resident Jeff van Hoy is setting aside his jerseys and hanging up his scarves after Team USA's brutal 4-1 loss to Belgium last night."It feels like Halloween is o...
Key takeaway resident Jeff van Hoy is setting aside his jerseys and hanging up his scarves after Team USA's brutal 4-1 loss to Belgium last night.
Why this matters in The Los Angeles
The end of Team USA's World Cup run is a disappointment felt by many in Los Angeles , where the team had a strong showing in the group stage with matches at SoFi Stadium. For fans like Jeff van Hoy, the loss is a familiar feeling, but one that doesn't diminish their love for the game. As the city's soccer community looks to the future, it's likely that the momentum built up during the World Cup will carry over to local soccer events and matches. Los Angeles' diverse population and strong soccer fan base make it an ideal location for international soccer matches and tournaments, and the success of events like the World Cup at SoFi Stadium will likely lead to more high-profile soccer matches being held in the city. This could have a positive impact on local businesses and the community, and fans like van Hoy will be eagerly awaiting the next opportunity to cheer on their team.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 7, 2026 ·
Source: LAist (KPCC / Southern California Public Radio) ·
Reading time: 4 min
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What is this story about? Jeff van Hoy and his son outside SoFi Stadium in Inglewood during U.S.A.'s opening match against Paraguay. (Courtesy Jeff van Hoy)L.A. resident Jeff van Hoy is setting aside his jerseys and hanging up his scarves after Team USA's brutal 4-1 loss to Belgium last night."It feels like Halloween is o...
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