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Ashton and Zach Smith honored in Philadelphia after viral wedding with Croatian fans
American newlyweds Ashton and Zach Smith, known as the ‘World Cup couple,’ were honored with the ‘Wedding Crashers Award’ at the Billies awards in Philadelphia. The recognition follows a viral moment during their wedding celebrations in Philadelphia, where approximately 5,000 Croatian football fans unexpectedly joined their festivities.
The couple subsequently traveled to Croatia for a trip that included visiting Split, Šibenik, Primošten, Krka National Park, and Zagreb. During their stay, they explored local landmarks such as the Upper Town in Zagreb and various historical fortresses. They also experienced local gastronomy, including oysters in Mali Ston and traditional seafood.
Expressing their deep connection to the country and its people, the couple announced their intention to name their first child Luka, after the captain of the Croatian national football team, Luka Modrić.
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Ashton Smith · Croatia · Luka Modrić · Philadelphia · Zach Smith
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- [○ 1 SOURCE] Ashton and Zach Smith were recipients of the ‘Wedding Crashers Award’ at the Billies awards ceremony held on October 8 in Philadelphia. croatiansonline.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Approximately 5,000 Croatian fans unexpectedly joined the couple's wedding celebrations in Philadelphia. glashrvatske.hrt.hr
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The couple decided to name their first child Luka, after the captain of the Croatian national football team, Luka Modrić. glashrvatske.hrt.hr
- [● 3 SOURCES] The couple's itinerary in Croatia included Split, Šibenik, Primošten, Krka National Park, and Zagreb. croatiansonline.com · www.24sata.hr · glashrvatske.hrt.hr