Members of the Sunrise Football Club at a morning practice in Park Slope, Brooklyn

In NYC, a volley of thoughts on soccer culture before World Cup begins

WNYC News | Nov 18, 2022

The World Cup kicks off Sunday, November 20 in Qatar when the host nation takes on Ecuador. Whether you call it soccer or football, excitement is building among local fans. A few of them shared their thoughts on the World Cup, who they're rooting for, and their love for the game.

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