Here's why NYC's Zohran Mamdani is the perfect mayor to host the World Cup
June 11, 2026Social Scan Verified
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Gothamist profiles Mayor Mamdani's passion for soccer ahead of the FIFA World Cup kicking off in North America, highlighting his campaign against FIFA's ticket pricing and his success in securing 1,000 affordable World Cup tickets for New Yorkers at $50 each with bus transportation included.
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