New York Mayor Shows Arsenal Loyalty With Custom Eid Outfit

drew widespread attention after attending Eid al-Adha prayers in New York wearing a custom-made kurta inspired by  colours and design.

The mayor’s outfit, styled after Arsenal’s latest away kit with navy and red patterns, quickly went viral online as football supporters praised the blend of cultural celebration and sporting passion.

Mamdani, who became New York City’s youngest mayor in more than a century, has long spoken publicly about his love for Arsenal. According to the mayor, he began supporting the London club as a child after receiving football-themed gifts featuring former Arsenal stars such as ,  and .

Beyond his support for Arsenal, Mamdani is known for his deep interest in football culture and history. He is also among thousands of supporters who bought shares in Spanish side  during a campaign to help rescue the club from financial collapse more than a decade ago.

The mayor has recently been involved in football-related initiatives connected to the upcoming , which will be hosted across the United States, Mexico and Canada. His administration announced a special ticket lottery programme aimed at helping local residents access more affordable World Cup tickets.

Arsenal will now prepare for their UEFA Champions League final clash against  in Budapest this weekend, with fans online joking that Mamdani may need an even more elaborate outfit should the club secure European glory.

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