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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
May 07, 2025 |
Olga George
olg.george@pittsburghpa.gov
41-627-0679 |
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City of Pittsburgh Announces 2025 Pittsburgh World Cup: A Celebration of Culture, Community, and Soccer
Pittsburgh, PA – The City of Pittsburgh is proud to present the first Pittsburgh World Cup, a community soccer tournament hosted by Mayor Ed Gainey and the City’s Office of Immigrant and Refugee Affairs (OIRA). This event brings together residents from across Pittsburgh to celebrate the many cultures that enrich our city—through the global game of soccer.
Taking place over seven weeks in June and July, the tournament will feature teams made up of players from Pittsburgh’s immigrant communities. Teams will proudly play under the flags of their national origins, highlighting the cultural diversity that makes Pittsburgh unique. The tournament includes two divisions: Open (any gender) and Women’s, with each team consisting of 10 to 16 players. All participants must be age 16 or older.
“This tournament reflects our city’s commitment to inclusion, community, and celebrating the cultural heritage of all Pittsburghers,” said Mayor Ed Gainey. “The Pittsburgh World Cup is a chance to come together as neighbors and showcase the diversity that strengthens our city.”
Players are encouraged to form teams with others who share the same national or cultural background. Those without a team can sign up as free agents, and organizers will help connect them with teams that are looking for additional players.
The deadline to register is Wednesday, May 21 at 11:59 PM. For full details on team formation, game format, and field locations, please visit the Pittsburgh World Cup Webpage.
The City of Pittsburgh invites everyone to participate—whether on the field or in the stands—as we celebrate our shared love of soccer and the communities that call Pittsburgh home.
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