New York State Senate
Politicos World Cup Picks
Brazilians like to use the phrase O país do futebol, which roughly translates as the Country of Football. Which would suggest that with the World Cup taking place on their home turf, anything less than a victory will be a disappointment for Brazil’s soccer-crazed fans. But although they may be the favorites in the tournament, they aren’t the popular choice for the New York politicos who sent us their picks.
Nily Rozic / D - Assembly (Fresh Meadows)
“Can’t wait to see Leo Messi and the Argentina national team in the finals!”
Francisco Moya / D - Assemblyman (Jackson Heights)
Through a spokesperson: “Although he wishes Team USA had a real chance of taking home the FIFA World Cup Trophy, his bets are on Spain.”
Moya also wants people to know he will be hosting a public viewing of the World Cup Semi-finals and Finals at William F. Moore Park in Corona, Queens.
Karim Camara / D - Assembly (Brooklyn)
“Brazil will win the World Cup.”
Carlo Scissura / President and CEO, Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce
“Italy, of course!”
Jessica Ramos / Queens Democratic District Leader and Build Up NYC Communications Director
“Columbia will surprise us all!”
Jerry Skurnik / Founder, Prime New York
“Netherlands.”
If any other elected officials want to send us their belated picks, we will add them to this post. Just email us at editor@cityandstateny.com
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