World Cup

Beefcake: Colts linemen bare all for ESPN.

While the U.S. Men’s National Team came up short in a 2-1 loss to Belgium, it was the passion and oddball quips of Indy sports fans that won the day.

Take a look at our sped-up clip from Tuesday’s World Cup viewing party held downtown.

For one, know what’s at stake: If the Americans waffle against the Belgians, we’re toast.

You can stand out from the cheering crowd with one of these red-and-blue–striped ringers from Indy-based The Brick Shirt House, emblazoned with either an old-school crest or “USA” in a retro-tastic font.

The World Cup comes just two months after the debut of the Indy Eleven. While the world’s game has long struggled to find permanent footing stateside, interest in the sport has been rekindled.