We all know the World Cup is a big deal. A REALLY big deal. But maybe you’ve delayed getting up to speed (much like how we’ve delayed getting this guide posted early enough to be of much value). Fear not, we’ve got you covered.

Below you’re going to find some handy resources to help you get up to speed on the planet’s biggest sporting event.

So, regardless of who you root for, we hope you enjoy the hell out of the next month

Need to know when matches are happening

Check out this Interactive Calendar of Every Match

Remember, not everyone watches soccer year round.

So be nice to noobs

Do you still need to do a crash course on who’s playing, and what their prospects for success are?

Let Men in Blazers run it all down for your with their Guide to the 2014 World Cup

Looking for places to watch the first week of matches?

Here are some highlights from some of our partners. Do you know of other events or bars that are supporting the World Cup and should be highlighted? Let us know and we can include it in our next update.

World Cup Beer Garden

Looking for fun in the Portland sun?  Check out the World Cup Beer Garden, a partner of the 107ist during the duration of the 2014 World Cup!  Located adjacent to the former Gypsy Lounge on NW 21st and Irving, the World Cup Beer Garden starts on June 12th and will offer beer from Coalition, Occidental, Burnside, Widmer, and others, as well as cocktails from Merit Badge Company, food from Fried Egg I'm in Love and Bus Stop Cafe, coffee from Sterling Coffee Roasters, and viewings on at least 10 large TVs.  Some proceeds from a specialty tap will benefit the Timbers Army's Jefferson High School soccer field project.  You can catch all 64 matches there!

For more information, check out www.facebook.com/worldcupbeergarden.

Rose City Futsal

Another spot with a twist to view the World Cup, and save some green with your 107ist card!  Clive's Public House, located within the Rose City Futsal grounds, offers $1.00 off pints when you show your 107ist card, and will be showing all the matches on their 7 large flat screens and also (for many) on the 20' projection screen.

Check out the full view schedule here http://rosecityfutsal.com/the-clubhouse/world-cup-soccer-2014/.

Beulahland

Our longtime partner Beulahland will show every single match. They will be open at 8am throughout the group stage so you should have plenty of time to grab good seats. 107ist’s who present their membership card at Beulahland will get happy hour prices on well drinks and beer ($3.25 Micros & $2.00 PBRs) as well as $1.00 off all food orders.

http://beulahlandpdx.com/where-to-watch-the-world-cup-2014

American Outlaws Portland - USMNT x Portugal

Join American Outlaws Portland at the Cheerful Bullpen on Sunday, June 22nd @ 3 PM as the USMNT takes on Portugal.  The event is sponsored by Widmer.  World Soccer Shop will be on hand ironing on AO patches for US Soccer jerseys, free promotions, and giveaways.  We will be holding a raffle to raise monies for AC Portland with some great prizes.  All AOPDX members receive food and beverage discounts from CBP.  Join us early to guarantee a seat.

American Outlaws Portland is the 66th Chapter of the American Outlaws.  You may learn more about  AOPDX by following them on Facebook atwww.facebook.com/AOPDX or on Twitter @AOPDX.  You can purchase chapter merchandise, including the "Death Becomes You" scarf, on the Facebook page as well.  You may join AOPDX by visiting www.theamericanoutlaws.com/membership

Paddy’s, The Station, North 45 Extended Hours

Paddy’s downtown is planning to show all group stage matches with sound on their large projection screen. Their sister bar The Station on NE Alberta will be open for all USA games and opening early for all weekend games. North 45 will be opening early for all the group stage games this coming weekend.

Bazi

Opening Hours: For matches outside of Bazi's normal business hours of operation, opening time will be 30 minutes to kick-off.

The matches on this list (Bazi World Cup Schedule) will be played with sound on the 114” HDTV big screen with the exception of (Brazil vs Cameroon and Portugal vs Ghana which will be broadcasted on the 52" Bar HDTV due to overlap with other matches).

All other matches not on this schedule will be televised on a requested basis.

Mornings: A limited breakfast menu with drink specials representative of the teams playing from around the globe (e.g. Shandy for England, Sangria for Spain, Caipirihna from Brazil, etc.)

Mid-Day: Happy Hour will commence at opening time on NOON and 1 PM matches

A World Cup Draft List: Guest brewery appearances from around the globe!

Want a seat by the BIG SCREEN? Reservations are highly encouraged through our online system www.bazipdx.com or by calling us at 503-234-8888.