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Dave Portnoy critiques US soccer fans' lack of World Cup spirit

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 1:23 AM

Last updated Jun 18, 2026

Dave Portnoy critiques US soccer fans' lack of World Cup spirit
Summary

Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy expressed his disappointment with the lack of an engaging fan culture among U.S. soccer supporters during the World Cup. Observing the energetic atmosphere created by Scotland's Tartan Army, he questioned why American fans don't have similar songs and chants. Portnoy particularly criticized the popular American chant 'I believe that we will win,' calling it uninspired. He emphasized that while U.S. fans bring enthusiasm, they lack cultural identity in their support compared to other nations. The conversation around fan engagement highlights an ongoing cultural divide as the tournament progresses.

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  • •Portnoy laments U.S. soccer fans' lack of cool chants.
  • •He contrasts American supporters with Scotland's vibrant Tartan Army.
  • •Criticism focuses on the chant 'I believe that we will win.'
  • •Portnoy highlights the importance of cultural identity in fandom.
  • •Discussion emerges as World Cup events continue.
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  • 1:23 AMYahoo Sports — Dave Portnoy laments ‘cool’ Scotland fan moment that US soccer fans can’t replicate at World Cup
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Dave Portnoy has been swept up by World Cup fever, but his latest reaction came with a gripe about what the United States still lacks in the stands. The Barstool Sports founder has been struck by how traveling supporters have turned host cities into rolling fan festivals.

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