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Browns fans celebrate home opener with night-before tailgating

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 28, 2026, 2:45 AM

Last updated Sep 28, 2026

Browns fans celebrate home opener with night-before tailgating

Summary

Browns fans gathered early at the Muni Lot ahead of the home opener on September 28. Many arrived the night before, with families like that of Danielle Costanzo securing their spots. The event featured live music, competitions, and a charitable effort led by young fans. As the kickoff approached, excitement filled the air with fans sharing anticipation for the game against the Pittsburgh Steelers on Thursday. After a tense match, fans continued to revel in the atmosphere.

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By the Numbers

•Thousands of fans celebrated in the Muni Lot before the game.
•Danielle Costanzo arrived at 10 p.m. Saturday to secure a spot.
•The tailgate included live music and arm-wrestling competitions.
•Fans participated in charitable efforts, including collecting pop tabs.
•Cleveland hosts the Pittsburgh Steelers in a key game on Thursday.

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2:45 AMYahoo Sports — Browns fans mark home opener with early-morning Muni Lot tailgates

What they're saying

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There was plenty to celebrate Sunday as Browns fans gathered in the Muni Lot before and after Cleveland’s win. Danielle Costanzo and her son, Leo, arrived at the Muni Lot around 10 p.m. Saturday to wait for their spot in the E2 section. “We sleep at South Marginal,” Costanzo said.
— Yahoo Sports

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