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New Jersey youth soccer players receive World Cup tickets

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 21, 2026, 8:36 AM

Last updated Jun 21, 2026

New Jersey youth soccer players receive World Cup tickets

Summary

Dozens of youth soccer players from New Jersey were gifted free tickets to FIFA World Cup matches. This initiative, supported by Gov. Mikie Sherrill and Choose NJ, distributed about 1,000 tickets to young athletes, particularly those from underserved communities. Players attended games like France versus Senegal on June 16 and will watch Norway versus Senegal on June 22. The tickets were funded by Uber and AirBnB. Some young attendees shared their experiences, highlighting the joy of witnessing live soccer at an international event.

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By the Numbers

•Gov. Mikie Sherrill's office funded 1,000 free World Cup tickets.
•Tickets were distributed to players from underserved communities.
•Events include France versus Senegal on June 16 and Norway versus Senegal on June 22.
•Players expressed excitement and joy in attending their first World Cup games.
•Initiative aims to enhance community involvement in soccer.

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