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I Visited the Kansas College Town That Adopted Algeria's World Cup Team—and Found the Most Heartwarming Story

Summary by Travel + Leisure
From local businesses to campus events, Lawrence has embraced Algeria in ways that surprised visitors and inspired fans.Atmosphere of Algerian fans in Lawrence.Credit: Chris Dong/Travel + LeisureOn a muggy Friday evening in late June, Mass Street in Lawrence, Kansas, was closed off to cars. A brass band was mid-performance, boutiques had items for sale out on the sidewalk, and an ice cream shop, Sylas & Maddy's, had a line out the door. It was t…
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Travel + Leisure broke the news on Tuesday, June 30, 2026.
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