Oakland sports fans packed the sidewalks Thursday as one of the city’s most beloved sports bars made its return.
Soccer fans aren’t just cheering for their favorite team — they’re celebrating the return of a beloved Oakland sports bar. Less than an hour after opening its doors, the Oakland Athletic Club hit capacity, with fans lining up down the block to get inside.
“We missed them and we want them to stay open and stay open in business as long as they can. For us, it was to show support for the World Cup but also for them,” said Fracisco Alvarado of Oakland…