World Cup Watch Party With The Flint City Bucks

Soccer fans across Mid-Michigan are invited to experience the excitement of the World Cup alongside players from the Flint City Bucks as Flint Style Soccer launches its 2026 World Cup Watch Party Series.

The community-wide celebration will bring together soccer enthusiasts, families, and supporters of all ages to cheer on Team USA while connecting with members of one of the nation’s most successful pre-professional soccer clubs. Throughout the series, attendees will have opportunities to interact with Flint City Bucks players, talk soccer, hear their insights on the matches, and celebrate the world’s game in a fun and welcoming environment.

The watch party schedule includes:

• June 12: USA vs. Paraguay at Luigi’s Restaurant, 9pm
• June 19: USA vs. Australia at Irene’s Restaurant, 3pm
• June 25: USA vs. Turkey at Blackstones Smokehouse, 10pm

If Team USA advances to the second round, Flint Style Soccer will host an additional watch party at Luigi’s Restaurant

Fans looking for the ultimate experience can purchase a Watch Party Experience VIP Package for $125, which includes guaranteed seating at all venues, refreshments, exclusive Flint Style merchandise, swag giveaways, and VIP credentials for the series. Link to purchase here.

What makes these events especially memorable is the opportunity for youth and families to interact with players from the Flint City Bucks, one of the nation’s premier pre-professional soccer clubs. Attendees will have the chance to watch matches alongside elite players, hear their perspectives on the game, participate in conversations about soccer development, and gain inspiration from athletes who have competed at a high level.

The events are part of Flint Style Soccer’s 10th Anniversary celebration and complement the organization’s mission of introducing Flint youth to the game of soccer through accessible, community-centered programming. Founded in 2016, Flint Style now serves hundreds of youth annually through its spring and fall soccer seasons, clinics, and community events.

“Whether you’re a lifelong soccer fan or someone who has never watched a match before, these events are designed to be welcoming, fun, and family-friendly,” said Erin Franzen, President of Flint Style Soccer. “We’re excited to create spaces where people can gather, celebrate, and experience the global energy of the World Cup right here in Flint.”