All New York boroughs to host free World Cup fan events, Mamdani says

Author: aljazeera.comPublished on: April 28, 2026Country: United States

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All New York boroughs to host free World Cup fan events, Mamdani says

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced that the city will host five free events for football fans in each borough. These events will include match viewings and other festivities at iconic locations such as Rockefeller Center and the Billie Jean King National Tennis Center. Mamdani emphasized that every fan should be able to enjoy the World Cup without breaking the bank.

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