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Putting the World Cup in the shade

by
The Non-League Football Paper Team
28 June 2026

FANS’ FORUM

CLAPTON Community Football Club (CCFC) play an intriguing fixture against New York International FC (NYIFC) on Saturday, July 18 (ko 3pm).
NYIFC are a wonderful demonstration of American culture and are serious about building a grassroots, community football club in the heart of New York that benefits the commu-
nity they represent. The match takes place on the day before the World Cup final at London’s oldest football ground, the Old Spotted Dog.
A proper game, between proper teams, in a proper football ground at a proper time.
It’s going to be fu...

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