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Fans gather on Grouse Mountain for World Cup watch party

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 10:58 PM

Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Fans gather on Grouse Mountain for World Cup watch party

Summary

Hundreds of soccer fans attended a watch party on Grouse Mountain in North Vancouver on June 27, 2026, to view the World Cup match between England and Panama. The event showcased England's Jude Bellingham scoring in the second half, leading to excitement among the crowd. This gathering was part of Destination Canada's initiative to combine the nation's picturesque landscapes with major sporting events. Earlier this summer, a similar event took place in the Toronto Islands during another group-stage match. Both cities are hosting matches during the tournament.

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By the Numbers

•Watch party held at 4,100-foot Grouse Mountain.
•About 300 attendees watched England vs. Panama.
•Jude Bellingham scored England's first goal.
•Previous watch party occurred in Toronto Islands.
•Event part of Destination Canada's marketing strategy.

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10:58 PMYahoo Sports — Soccer meets nature at Vancouver mountaintop watch party

What they're saying

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The match between England and Panama was shown on a big screen atop Grouse Mountain, a 4,100-foot mountain that's part of the Pacific Ranges with a sweeping view of British Columbia. When Jude Bellingham scored England's breakthrough goal in the second half, the fans roared. Both Toronto and Vancouver are hosting matches during the tournament.
— Yahoo Sportsby DREW RENNER

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