World Cup host committee names sports superstars as ambassadors for the global event
By Barbara Russo
Published on April 10, 2026.
The FIFA 2026 World Cup has been named by the New York/New Jersey Host Committee as Official World Cup Ambassadors. Two-time Super Bowl champion Eli Manning, two-time NWSL champion Midge Purce, and Knicks’ star Josh Hart will represent the region in the lead-up to and during the most-watched sporting event in the world. The trio are expected to bring "visibility, energy and leadership" to the event, supporting community-driven initiatives across both states and creating a long-lasting soccer community in both states. According to The Economist's 2024 survey, soccer has become the third-most popular sport in the U.S.
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