Zohran Mamdani laughs at Liverpool for good reason ahead of NYC Mayoral election

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Zohran Mamdani may be staring down the biggest moment of his political career, the New York City mayoral election, but lately, his attention also has been on something far more entertaining to him: Liverpool’s Premier League struggles, with a recent loss to Brentford leaving the locker room "silent." For Mamdani, the Democratic nominee and current New York State Assemblyman, the sport isn’t just a hobby — it’s a lifelong passion that now weaves naturally into his politics, similar to FBI Director Kash Patel, who faced backlash after sporting a $15 Liverpool tie. “My uncle is an Arsenal fan,” Mamdani said.

It really has been a big part of my life and my identity.” In September, Mamdani launched his “Game Over Greed” petition, demanding that FIFA end dynamic ticket pricing for the 2026 men’s World Cup, set to be hosted in the United States, Canada and Mexico, and reinstate a cap on resale prices while reserving 15 percent of tickets at discounted rates for local residents. “As a lifelong soccer fan, I have grown up with memories of the World Cup; whether watching on TV or being there myself,” he said.

“It also extends to the moments that give New Yorkers such joy, like the World Cup next year.” ]Zohran Mamdani said he attended the 2010 World Cup in South Africa (Image: Getty) Only after all that policy talk does Mamdani allow himself a smile, one born of pure fandom. “I don’t think a stable future for soccer can be built upon the denial of working-class fans being able to watch the game themselves,” he said.