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Influencer Jeremy Maluf completes extraordinary 16-mile walk Citi Field to Yankee Stadium to watch New York City FC

  • Maluf walked 16 miles between iconic New York stadiums
  • Journey highlighted commitment to health and soccer
  • NYCFC's Healthy Lives initiative took center stage
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    WHAT HAPPENED

    Jeremy Maluf, known for his walking adventures, successfully walked from Citi Field to Yankee Stadium, covering a distance of approximately 16 miles, to attend the New York City FC vs. Minnesota United match. The influencer did it in tandem with NYCFC after he went viral following a video where he walked over 100,000 steps around New York. This journey aligned with NYCFC's Healthy Lives initiative, promoting physical activity and well-being. Maluf's walk served as a powerful demonstration of the connection between sports and healthy living.

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  • THE BIGGER PICTURE

    This event highlighted the growing trend of sports teams and athletes promoting health and wellness beyond the playing field. NYCFC's Healthy Lives match, coupled with Maluf's high-profile walk, showcased how soccer clubs are leveraging their platform to encourage positive lifestyle choices among fans.

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    WHAT’S NEXT?

    Maluf's successful walk is likely to inspire similar events in the future, further bridging the gap between digital content creation and real-world sports experiences. For NYCFC, the home loss to Minnesota United meant that they dropped down to 11th on the Eastern Conference, with just eight points to their name after seven games. They host the Philadelphia Union next on April 12 and then go on the road to face the New England Revolution on April 19.

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