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Alejandro Pareja Nazario (pictured right) was one of the 27 player escorts sent by South Bronx United to walk out alongside international soccer players for the World Cup matches at NYNJ Stadium.

Soccer

South Bronx United helps Bronx youth step onto the World Cup stage

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Where to watch the World Cup in the Bronx: Free watch parties, screenings and special events

By Maurice Burbridge Conversation…

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Council Member Justin Sanchez hosts Senegal-France World Cup watch party at Santa Yallah African Restaurant

By Maurice Burbridge Conversation…

Several Bronx fans watch Qatar take on Switzerland during the FIFA World Cup on Saturday, June 14, while even more fans watch from a shaded tent nearby while beating the heat.

Sports

FIFA Bronx Fan Zone unites Bronx fans from around the world

By Marina Samuel Conversation…

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The FIFA World Cup is heading to New York City in a few weeks and Bronx businesses are preparing to celebrate

By Emily Wilson Conversation…

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Elected officials and partners from Airbnb, FIFA, the U.S. Soccer Foundation and New York City Public Schools break ground on a new soccer mini-pitch at PS 112 Bronxwood School in the Bronx.

Soccer

FIFA World Cup legacy investment brings new soccer mini-pitch to Bronx students ahead of World Cup

By Marina Samuel Conversation…

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These are the free fan sites showing World Cup matches around NYC

Mayor Zohran Mamdani announces that the Bronx Terminal Market will host one of the borough-wide fan-fest celebrations during the World Cup.

EXCLUSIVE: Mayor Zohran Mamdani announces free Bronx fan zone for World Cup

By Marina Samuel Conversation…

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NYCFC player Santiago Rodríguez takes a penalty kick in the team's home opener against the Portland Timbers at Yankee Stadium on Saturday, March 9, 2024.

Soccer

Despite heartbreaking home opener, NYCFC fans excited for season ahead

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NYCFC stunned by late Portland Timbers comeback in 2-1 home-opening loss

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New Bronx coffee shop aims to give real-world job experience to youth

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Tayvon Gray, a defender on the New York City Football Club, is rounding out his second season in Major League Soccer. The 21-year-old is the first Bronx-raised person to sign a professional contract with the team.

Tayvon Gray: From the northeast Bronx to the major leagues

By Camille Botello Conversation…

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