New York City mayor Zohran Mamdani has said he will seek answers from FIFA following their controversial decision to ban fans from taking water bottles into World Cup games this summer
New York mayor demands answers from FIFA after 'concerning' water bottle ban for fans
New York City mayor Zohran Mamdani has said he will seek answers from FIFA following their controversial decision to ban fans from taking water bottles into World Cup games this summer
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Samuel Meade Sports Brand Writer
17:12, 05 Jun 2026
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