Mamdani scores goal at World Cup presser

Author: aljazeera.comPublished on: June 9, 2026Country: United States

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Mamdani scores goal at World Cup presser

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani scored a goal at a World Cup press conference announcing a free final watch party at Central Park’s Great Lawn. New York and New Jersey are co-hosting eight matches, including the final on July 19th. The event was broadcast on June 9, 2026.

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