Copa America in NYC: Some spots to get your soccer on this weekend

New York City soccer fans are already pre-gaming for one of the year's biggest matches: Sunday's bout between Argentina and Colombia, two major teams with major fan bases in the city.

The CONMEBOL Copa America, often referred to as the Copa America, is held every four years. Ten national teams from South America, along with two invited teams from other regions, compete for the championship.

The two most high-profile teams will be go head to head this Sunday at 8 p.m. ET at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami.

If you're a New Yorker looking to immerse yourself in the fervent atmosphere of the 2024 Copa America, here are some of the top spots.

The venue offers a variety of adult beverages, burgers, and entertainment such as pool and board games, and is welcoming fans of both teams on Sunday.

“Soccer touches so many different communities,” said Souni de Fontenay, who works at the bar. “We’ve been putting a lot of focus on showing soccer games, it’s bringing that crowd.”

This sports bar and restaurant is nestled by the Empire State Building and will also cater to a mix of fans from both teams.

“[The game] brings everyone together,” said Kate Keenan, a staff member at the bar. “So I think it’s going to be great just to see everyone come together to watch the final.”

Legends’ basement is also the Football Factory, a renowned soccer bar that welcomes supporters of more than 30 clubs. With 20 big screens streaming live football matches daily, you are sure to have an immersive experience.

“It does bring a nice view to the crowd,” said Keenan. “It’s great for business.”

This restaurant and bar serves authentic Colombian food on the Upper East Side, just a couple blocks from Central Park.

“It doesn’t matter where you’re from,” said employee Luis Esparza. “As long as you’re Colombian, [you’re] all here for the same cause. It’s just a beautiful thing.”

The restaurant didn’t have a TV before this year’s Copa America, but recently installed one to offer customers a complete experience of Colombian culture.

“We actually didn’t have a TV before the Copa,” said Esparza. “We decided to put one up so that people can come and enjoy the matches while they eat traditional Colombian food.”

This Colombian restaurant in Park Slope is located just six blocks from the Barclays Center. Miseal Gutierrez, a staff member at the restaurant, said soccer matches are a major part of Colombian culture.

“Soccer is really important for Colombian culture,” said Gutierrez. “That’s why we have a lot of TV in the restaurant because it’s important to us that everyone can enjoy it.”

This is an Argentinian bistro located in the West Village.

“It’s a nice bonding experience,” said owner Stacey Sosa. “We turn our tables into long communal tables and people end up meeting people that they’ve never met before.”

Though customers can no longer make online reservations, a limited number of walk-in spots are still available.

This Chelsea spot, which reflects the nickname for a resident of Buenos Aires, boasts Argentinian classics and craft cocktails.

“It’s like a passion [and] we are very fashionable about it,” said employee Paula Gomez. “It’s like a very way of living in Argentina. It’s very deep on us.”

Gomez said people from all backgrounds even come to watch matches that don't feature their nation’s team. “Like Venezuelans [and] Mexicans, they want to cheer,” she said. “That’s why they come here.”

Customers who want to enjoy the final at the restaurant on Sunday night can make reservations on Porteño's website.

The famous steakhouse in Elmhurst, Queens is a top destination for watching Argentinian soccer.

The interior of the restaurant, which is named for the Boca Juniors soccer club, truly gives a sense of community with all the yellow and blue jerseys hanging on the walls. It’s perfect for groups of all sizes and serves generous portions.