East Boston is Ready to Cheer on Colombia

East Boston is decked out in yellow, blue, and red as Colombian pride takes center stage ahead of Friday night’s FIFA World Cup knockout match against Ghana.
Colombian flags are flying throughout Maverick Square, decorating restaurants, storefronts, cars, and neighborhood businesses as fans get ready to cheer on their team. Local restaurants and bakeries are embracing the excitement with jerseys, flags, themed decorations, and watch parties.
According to the Boston Globe, the energy has been building throughout the tournament. Colombia advanced out of the group stage with wins over Uzbekistan and DR Congo and a draw against Portugal, giving supporters plenty of reasons to believe this could be a memorable World Cup run.
With one of the largest Colombian communities in New England calling East Boston home, Friday’s match is expected to bring packed restaurants, lively celebrations, and plenty of neighborhood pride.
Who’s watching? Vamos, Colombia!
Mayor Wu just announced a new roundup of free World Cup watch parties. Get the details here.
Maureen Dahill is the editor of Caught in Southie and a lifelong resident of South Boston sometimes mistaken for a yuppie. Co-host of Caught Up, storyteller, lover of red wine and binge watching TV series. Mrs. Peter G. Follow her @MaureenCaught.


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