Zoran Mamdani While celebrating Eid al-Adha in the Bronx, he made a public appearance alongside fellow Democrat Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez in a custom-made Arsenal-style robe, combining his long-standing support for the English soccer club with traditional Eid al-Adha attire.Mamdani wore a modified version of Arsenal’s blue away shirt, a kurta-style garment that extended to just below the knee. The shirt features the club crest, the Emirates Fly Better sponsor logo and red sleeve stripes associated with Arsenal’s 2025-26 away kit design. The gown appears to be adapted from Arsenal’s away kit into a traditional tunic style gown or kurta to celebrate Eid. Mamdani, New York City’s first Muslim mayor and an outspoken supporter of Arsenal, linked the symbolism of Eid al-Adha to his political message while posting photos from the event on social media. “Today, as we commemorate Prophet Ibrahim, Eid al-Adha reminds us that sacrifice is not a burden,” Mamdani wrote on X. “This is an opportunity to see ourselves as part of something bigger. To lend a helping hand to those who need it most.” “I’m honored to be New York City’s first Muslim mayor, and I’m determined to stand united. We work together to ensure every New Yorker can afford the groceries, housing and child care they need.” “Our unity is our strength,” he added. Eid al-Adha is one of the most important festivals in Islam eid al-fitrwhich marks the end of Ramadan. The festival commemorates Prophet Ibrahim’s willingness to make sacrifices in obedience to God and is associated with charity, community gatherings and shared meals. Mamdani’s outfit quickly attracted attention online for its unique blend of football culture and traditional Eid attire, especially given Arsenal’s recent success. The Premier League club was crowned English champions this season for the first time in 22 years and is preparing to face Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League final on May 30. Mamdani’s favorite team has had an unforgettable sporting moment in recent weeks, with Arsenal winning the Premier League title and the New York Knicks advancing to the NBA Finals for the first time since 1999. The mayor’s support for Arsenal appears regularly in his public appearances and social media posts, although the bespoke Eid outfit was one of his most high-profile football-themed statements since taking office.
