Why you should root for Joey Chestnut in the hot dog eating contest

Joey Chestnut - San Jose Earthquakes

Monday is Independence Day in the US and that means grilling, watching fireworks and hanging out with family and friends.


It also means the Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest will take place on Coney Island in Brooklyn. You may not know any of the names competing but if you're a MLS fan, you should have a clear rooting interest.


Joey Chestnut won eight straight contests from 2007-2014 and also happens to be a San Jose Earthquakes fan.

The San Jose native has been to a few Quakes games over the years and is never afraid to show his fandom of MLS's Northern California team.


The contest is set to take place at noon ET and you can catch it on WatchESPN. It will also air on ESPN at 3 pm ET on tape delay.