"Every fan should be able to watch the greatest tournament on earth without dipping into their savings, Mamdani said. The events will include watch parties for the matches and other festivities."
"Fans trying to get to MetLife Stadium from New York City can expect to shell out $150 for a round-trip train fare for each match, transport officials said earlier this month."
"On-site parking will not be available for most fans, so New Jersey officials anticipate that about 40,000 fans will use mass transit for each match."
New York City will offer a series of free events for football fans during the World Cup, as announced by Mayor Zohran Mamdani. These events aim to provide access to the tournament for those unable to afford high ticket prices. Events will take place in all five boroughs, featuring watch parties and festivities at notable locations. A separate event in New Jersey will charge $10. Fans face exorbitant transportation costs to MetLife Stadium, where matches will be held, with round-trip fares reaching $150.
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