Four years in the making and the World Cup is finally upon us. You’ll be wondering where to catch a match because, let’s face it, considering that its the first time the Cup has come to Africa, yo don;t want to stay home for this experience. We’ve rounded up the best places to catch a game if you’re in NYC. Where will you be watching?
South Africa
Games: 6/11 @ 10am — 6/16 @ 2:30pm – 6/22 @ 10am
Take in the sights and sounds (Vuvuzela anyone?) of Mzansi (South Africa) at Madiba in Fort Greene. The cozy neighborhood bar has gone the length to accommodate soccer lovers – they’ve even opened up the roof. There’s also Braii and Xai Xai in Manhattan.
Nigeria
Games: 6/12 @ 10am – 6/17 @ 10am – 6/22 @ 2:30pm
Oh, Super Eagles, where will your fans not be? Take a seat at Uptown Grand in Harlem (2110 7th avenue/ 212.280.2110) or the New Combination Restaurant (568 Utica Avenue — 718.604.0964 in Crown Heights, Brooklyn). Mirage African Restaurant (2143 Cortelyou Rd, between Flatbush Ave and E 22nd St — 718.941.4452) in Flatbush and EN Restaurants and Bar (120 Lafayette Ave) in Fort Greene will also be ready for fans and soccer newbies.
Algeria
Games: 6/13 @ 7:30am — 6/18 @ 2:30pm – 6/23 @ 10am
Nomad Restaurant in the East Village will be serving traditional Algerian food alongside the expected cheers (and jeers).
Ghana
Games: 6/13 @ 10am – 6/19 @ 10am – 6/23 @ 2:30pm
Fans of the Black Stars will be gathering at Papaye Restaurant (196 McClellan Avenue — 718.681.3240) in the Bronx and Meytex Cafe (545 Flatbush Ave — 718.941.1093) in Lefferts Gardens, Brooklyn.
Ivory Coast
Games: 6/15 @ 7:30am – 6/20 @ 2:30pm – 6/25 @ 10am
The Elephants will be on television screens at Kush Cafe in Clinton Hill, Brooklyn and New Ivoire in East Harlem.
CAMEROON, where will you be congregating?
Very good Article! The concepts as well as information happen to be very well worthwhile researching. You actually people worthwhile information. Thank you for posting that!