Road closures, kickoff times and other things to know before Koreatown’s FIFA World Cup watch parties

Thousands of soccer fans are expected to gather in Koreatown starting Thursday as South Korea begins its run in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

More than a dozen Korean American organizations are teaming up to host three watch parties with giant screens, food vendors, cultural performances and family-friendly activities throughout the day.

The events will coincide with South Korea’s group-stage matches and are expected to draw fans from across Southern California…

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