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LA’s Man Cave readies for soccer fans
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Jul 2, 2015
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LA’s Man Cave readies for soccer fans
The U.S.-Japan rematch is sure to be a boom for local sports bars.
USA defender Julie Johnston reacts to play during the semi-final football match between USA and Germany during their 2015 FIFA Women's World Cup at the Olympic Stadium in Montreal on June 30, 2015. AFP PHOTO / FRANCK FIFE        (Photo credit should read FRANCK FIFE/AFP/Getty Images)
USA defender Julie Johnston reacts to play during the semi-final football match between USA and Germany during their 2015 FIFA Women's World Cup at the Olympic Stadium in Montreal on June 30, 2015. AFP PHOTO / FRANCK FIFE (Photo credit should read FRANCK FIFE/AFP/Getty Images)
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The U.S.-Japan rematch is sure to be a boom for local sports bars.

The final game of the Women’s World Cup is sure to be a boom for sports bars across the Southland. Japan edged England last night in a 2-1 semifinal victory. They will now face-off against the U.S. for the final game this weekend.

To understand the importance of this game, some background is necessary: Japan and the U.S. played to a 2-2 tie four years ago. Japan won in a penalty shootout 3-1. In the world of international sports, few things are more exciting than a rematch. Because the final game coincides with the 4th of July holiday weekend, spirits and patriotism will be in high supply.

Take Two spoke to Eddie Jones, owner of The Man Cave in Studio City about the crowd he’s expecting this weekend.

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