Europeans explore American fast food during World Cup trips

Yahoo Sports1 min read • Latest: Jun 14, 2026, 8:02 PM

Last updated Jun 14, 2026

Europeans explore American fast food during World Cup trips
Summary

As the World Cup takes place in the U.S., European soccer fans are sharing their experiences with American fast food on social media. A German fan gained popularity for his enthusiasm for Waffle House and Taco Bell, amassing over half a million followers. Other visitors from the UK and Ireland also document their food experiences, receiving positive reactions from American viewers. Notable mentions include Leah Ray's first taste of In-and-Out's Double Double cheeseburger and humorous incidents involving misunderstandings of American food customs. The World Cup, running until July 19, is expected to continue sparking interest in these culinary explorations.

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  • European fans document fast food experiences during World Cup.
  • German fan gains half a million followers for food posts.
  • Leah Ray shares enthusiastic review of In-and-Out burger.
  • World Cup runs until July 19, with ongoing tourist explorations.
  • Positive reactions from Americans highlight cultural exchange.
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  • 8:02 PMYahoo SportsFrom In-and-Out to Taco Bell, Europeans discover American food on World Cup trips
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One German has gotten so much attention documenting his love of Waffle House and Taco Bell that he's gained more than half a million followers, including NFL great J.J. Watt.

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