Who is the German tourist whose World Cup road trip through the American South is winning over the internet

Fox News host Greg Gutfeld and the 'Gutfeld!' panel explore why World Cup fans from Europe and Asia are discovering and appreciating American culture, particularly its comfort food classics and chain restaurants. They highlight tourists' surprise at large portion sizes and variety in places like Waffle House and Buc-ee's. Panelists debate whether this appreciation is genuine or a subtle critique of American dining, emphasizing the unique appeal of U.S. casual eateries.

Many foreigners are visiting the United States for the first time to watch their team play in the World Cup, and most are falling in love with America.

However, no one may be falling head over heels for the stars and stripes more than Freddy, who has been live-tweeting his fairy-tale experience in the United States since he landed.

So, who is he?

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Germany players celebrate after their match in Houston, Texas, on June 14, 2026. (Maria Lysaker/Imagn Images)

Freddy, whose X account profile picture is Cristiano Ronaldo and who has a German flag next to his name, flew in from Germany. He had a layover in Dublin, Ireland, before diving headfirst into American culture with his two friends.

In all the photos he has posted of himself, he has covered his face, giving people a front-row seat into his first experience with the United States.

He landed in New York, and then flew to Atlanta, where his journey began. Every single one of his posts is accompanied by a picture.

Freddy said the World Cup atmosphere was palpable, despite the first game in Atlanta being nine days away at the time of the post. While doing sightseeing, he was taken aback by how "green" Atlanta looked and said he felt like he was in a forest.