Watch the drama unfold at these local bars and beer venues.
Epicenter, Santa Rosa: If you're worried that one TV screen may not be enough for your viewing experience, Epicenter's Victory House has covered two 40-foot walls with "massive true HD laser and HD LED TV screens," with multi-zone surround sound to satisfy your senses. 3215 Coffey Lane, Santa Rosa, 707-708-3742, visitepicenter.com. (John Burgess/The Press Democrat)
Matt Carlson gives Taylor Barlow, 7, a flying victory lap after a U.S. first half goal against Wales in the first round of the World Cup at the Victory House in Epicenter Santa Rosa Monday, November 21, 2022. (John Burgess/Press Democrat)
Toad in the Hole, Santa Rosa: Toast a goal or drown your sorrows in a pint of beer at Toad in the Hole, an English-style pub that is home to a large soccer fandom. The pub will be showing the games every day from 7:45 a.m. (closed on Thanksgiving). Food and drinks specials will be available. 116 Fifth St, Santa Rosa, 707-544-8623, facebook.com/toadintheholepub. (John Burgess/The Press Democrat)
Ausiello’s Bar and Grill, Santa Rosa: 24 TV screens, cold beer, burgers and one of the best Bloody Marys in Sonoma County, Ausiello's knows how to feed sports fanatics. The bar will be showing USA games (after opening at 10 a.m.; kitchen opens 11 a.m.). Modelo pitchers specials and Corona 5 beer bucket specials will be available. 609 Fifth St., Santa Rosa, 707-579-9408, ausiellos5thstreetgrill.com. (John Burgess/The Press Democrat)
Rosso Pizzeria & Wine Bar, Santa Rosa: Pair the game with a Neapolitan pizza (one of the best in Sonoma County). The restaurant will be showing games every day from 11 a.m. (not open on Thanksgiving). The kitchen opens at 11:30 a.m. 53 Montgomery Drive, Santa Rosa, 707-544-3221, rossopizzeria.com (John Burgess / The Press Democrat)
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Third Street Aleworks, Santa Rosa: This large indoor-outdoor, two-level brewpub has plenty of seating, seven TVs, a large viewing area for sports fans and a variety of house-brewed beers on tap. 10 Third St., Santa Rosa, 707-523-3060, thirdstreetaleworks.com.
Beyond the Glory, Petaluma: For the ultimate viewing experience, head to Beyond the Glory in Petaluma to catch the game on 19 TVs and two 100-inch projection screens. This place tends to get packed, so call ahead to make reservations: 707-971-8366. 1371 N. McDowell Blvd. #130, Petaluma, 707-971-8366, btgpetaluma.com. (Beth Schlanker/The Press Democrat)
McNear's Saloon & Dining House, Petaluma: This lively pub, located next to Petaluma’s Mystic Theatre, invites you to pair the game with beer, wine, cocktails and pub grub; food favorites include Short Rib Tostadas, Local Rock Cod Tacos, Famous Fish ‘n’ Chips and McNear’s Chili. The pub will be showing games that begin 10 a.m. and later. 23 Petaluma Blvd. N., Petaluma, 707-765-2121, mcnears.com. (Scott Manchester/The Press Democrat)
Flagship Taproom, Santa Rosa: Head to this friendly taproom for craft beer on rotating taps, sandos and tacos — and the game on flatscreen TV. The taproom will be showing games that take place during opening hours. 446 B St., Santa Rosa, flagshiptaproom.com (Christopher Chung/The Press Democrat)
Murphy's Irish Pub, Sonoma: Longtime favorite Sonoma watering hole, Murphy’s Irish Pub is now owned by the ever-so-Irish Coll brothers. Gleaming high-def TVs show sports all day and well into the evening. Drown your sorrows over your favorite team’s loss with a pint of Guinness or celebrate with a juicy leg of lamb. On the Plaza at 464 First St. East, Sonoma, 707-935-0660, sonomapub.com.
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Steiner’s Tavern, Sonoma: This Sonoma institution has 17 TVs, a full bar, beer, wine and pub grub dishes like tater tots, sandwiches, and hot links. Open 6 a.m. - 2 a.m. 465 First St. W. #100, Sonoma, 707-996-3812, steinerstavern.com
Olde Sonoma Public House, Sonoma: This Sonoma pub has 32 beers on tap, four big TV screens and pinball machines. Happy hour is 4-6 p.m. daily ($2 off all draft beers, $1 off 10.5 oz. glass). 18615 Sonoma Highway, Sonoma, 707-938-7587, Facebook.
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The 2022 World Cup has kicked off in Qatar. If you’d like to watch the U.S. national team battle it out on the soccer field, we’ve got just the spots for you. We’ve lined up the winners in the above gallery. Find the match schedule here: fifa.com/fifaplus/en/articles/match-schedule-en
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Lonnie Hayes contributed to this article.
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