New York officials parade claims at World Cup venue in New Jersey

New York Governor Kathy Hochul and New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani attended a World Cup match at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. During the event, Hochul's office continued a social media dispute with New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill, asserting New York's dominance in hosting the tournament. Sherrill countered by emphasizing New Jersey's role, particularly as the state hosts several matches, including the World Cup final on July 19. The ongoing feud highlights local pride and the shared bid between New York and New Jersey for the Cup, complicating perceptions of each state’s contribution to the event.

• 2:33 AMYahoo Sports — N.Y. mayor, gov claim ‘New York IS the World Cup’ while sitting in a stadium in N.J.