Brazilians in South Florida excited for World Cup match vs. Scotland
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Brazilian fan Nick Barbosa. Photo: Martin Vassolo/Axios
When Brazil and Scotland meet in Miami for the World Cup, both teams will count on scores of adoring fans who have flooded the city leading up to Wednesday's match.
Why it matters: Unlike Scotland's Tartan Army, most of whom are visiting Miami from abroad, Brazil's fanbase includes 70,000 immigrants in South Florida's tri-county area.
What they're saying: Nick Barbosa, a Brazilian living in Fort Lauderdale, tells Axios that "there's a lot" of Brazilians across South Florida, specifically around Delray Beach and Deerfield Beach.
- Here's another local connection: Brazilian midfielder Casemiro is signing with Inter Miami, per multiple reports.
- For soccer fans whose teams are not in contention, Brazil has also become a "default" team to root for, Barbosa says. (They are the nation with a record five World Cup trophies, after all.)
- "It's awesome to see so many people rally around us; they just like the style of football that we play."
The intrigue: There is a sense of camaraderie between Scottish and Brazilian fans, who have been seen partying together in Miami.
- Barbosa showed up Monday to the Tartan Army takeover outside the Marlins game to witness the Scottish brand of partying firsthand.
- "They've been so friendly, so nice."
Where to watch: South Florida has many Brazilian spots to choose from, along with other local bars and restaurants hosting watch parties.
- 🆓 Free watch party at Miami Beach Bandshell. Doors open at 4pm.
- 🆓 Free watch party at Fogo de Chão pop-up at Wynwood Marketplace. The Brazilian steakhouse is closing out its programming with a daylong tailgate and watch party beginning at 11am.
- 🎫 Magic 13 Brewing: Brazil fans will gather to watch on a big screen with picanha and live entertainment. $10 entry.
- 🎫 Ginga Miami at DAER, inside the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood. Tickets: $70+.