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Accepting Team Applications for 2010

Applications for teams wishing to participate in the 2010 Copa NYC Tournament next summer are now available on the Teams page, or you can download it directly here. Teams are selected on a case by case basis by Copa NYC. The application should be completed by a Team President or Manager.

ALBANIA 4 IRELAND 1

Congratulations to the winners of the first Copa NYC tournament and recipient of the Mayor's Cup - NYC ALBANIA, and to the runners-up, NYC IRELAND! We had a great turnout at last night's championship match and were blessed with great weather despite the forecast, allowing for a spectacular show of fierce competition. Congrats also go to "Golden Ball" winner and (NYC Albania Team Captain) Rigels Qosa, and "Golden Boot" winner, Dwayne Kellyman of NYC Jamaica. Thanks to everyone who came out en force these past two weekends to support NYC soccer and Copa NYC's goals of unity and inter-communication through sport. Stay tuned for full post-game coverage, and keep an eye out for any news on next year's tournament!

IRELAND vs ALBANIA in FINAL Match Tonight at 7!

Last night's Semi-Final matches were intensely heated as Albania scored an extra goal over Argentina to win 2 - 1. Then we witnessed an incredible display of defense and teamwork during the Cyprus and Ireland match, which ended up going into double-overtime and penalty kicks! The entire crowd went wild as Ireland's goalkeeper made some miraculous, jawdropping saves to give the final shootout a score of 4 - 1 for Ireland over Cyprus. Tonight's final championship match between Ireland and Albania promises to show soccer at its finest and we shall see who takes home the coveted Mayor's Cup and the pride and glory of their community. Come to Metropolitan Oval at 7 PM tonight, RAIN OR SHINE. We're expecting rain, so bring a poncho or umbrella!

Sunday Finals Moved to 7 PM - SPECIAL GUEST!

The final showdown between the two finalists (to be determined Saturday) has been moved up an hour to 7 pm (from 8 pm). The big news is that we'll be having a special guest appearance by the Mayor of NYC, MICHAEL BLOOMBERG, who will be annnouncing the start of the final match. Don't miss the Semis on Saturday and the Finals on Sunday at the Metropolitan Oval!

SEMIS AND FINALS AT MET OVAL THIS WEEKEND!

Come watch the final four teams face off for the championship! SUBWAY DIRECTIONS: Take the Brooklyn-bound L train to Grand St Station. Take the Q54 Bus heading towards Jamaica 170 St. Stay on the Q54 Bus onto Metropolitan Ave. Get off the bus at Forest Ave. Follow Copa NYC signage. (or) Walk one block and make a left on 60th St. Pass 62nd Ave one block and make a left onto 59th St (before 60th Drive). For more directions, see the Maps Page.

New Promo Video Piece

We've just released a new promo piece in the spirit of the games. Check out "Ball" on the Press Page.

SEMI-FINALISTS DECIDED!

Sunday's games were amazing! Congratulations to the four teams to advance to next weekend's Semi-Finals at Met Oval on August 1st - Argentina, Albania, Ireland, and Cyprus. The full breakdown of the tournament scores thus far is on the Tournament Page.

DAY TWO MATCHUPS ANNOUNCED!

Today's Preliminaries were spectacular to behold, and tomorrow's matches with the top 8 teams promise to be even more exciting. *ATTENTION!* There is no 7 Train service this Sunday from 5 am - noon between Times Square and Queensboro Plaza. Instead, take the N or W train to Queensboro Plaza and hop on the 7 train there to Mets-Willets Pt. Once you get there, follow this map to the action on Fields 1 and 2.

UN Press Conference

The 16 teams for 2009's tournament were announced and matchups were chosen by a balldrop held at the United Nations on Monday June 22nd. Key speakers included NYC Sports Commissioner Ken Podziba, UN Ambassador Isaiah Chabala of Zambia, UN World Sports Alliance's Joe Fraga, as well as ESPN color commentator Tommy Smyth. See Press page.