As the world's biggest soccer stage reaches its climax, New York City is abuzz with excitement as the semifinals of the FIFA World Cup are set to kick off. Fans from all over the city are gathering in iconic locations such as Times Square and Madison Square Garden to cheer on their favorite teams and experience the electric atmosphere that comes with the world's most-watched sporting event. With the USWNT having been eliminated, American fans are turning their attention to other teams, including England, Argentina, and France, in hopes of seeing one of these nations lift the coveted trophy. As the city gears up for the highly anticipated matches, residents and visitors alike are bracing themselves for a weekend of non-stop soccer action.
NYC alive with World Cup excitement as semifinals arrive CBS News
