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When in Jersey for the World Cup, Do as the Locals Do. (Go to a Mall.)

When in Jersey for the World Cup, Do as the Locals Do. (Go to a Mall.)
New York Times Thursday 18 June 2026, 12:47 UTC By The New York Times 1 min read
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There is no tailgating at MetLife Stadium, which is surrounded by swampland and highways. But there is a three-million-square-foot megamall nearby.

There is no tailgating at MetLife Stadium, which is surrounded by swampland and highways. But there is a three-million-square-foot megamall nearby. [Image text:] Hisensefnnovatirg BrighterLife NIVERS COURTG,LEVEI OEEOOIL CELEBRATION CELEBRATION &WATCHPARTY &WATCHPARTY ARENA ARENA LEVEL
Jersey (LOCATION) the World Cup (EVENT) Mall (LOCATION) MetLife Stadium (LOCATION)
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