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FIFA World Cup at Brooklyn Bridge Park

Will football be bridging the world?

Watching a FIFA World Cup match in Brooklyn is an experience unlike any other. As the streets fill with fans from every corner of the globe, the borough becomes a vibrant celebration of football, culture, and community.

The journey begins with the tournament’s opening match on 11 June, when the world’s attention turns to North America for the start of the FIFA World Cup. Dutch supporters in Brooklyn will be especially eager for the Netherlands’ first group-stage match on 14 June, as OnsOranje begins its quest for football’s ultimate prize.

One of the most spectacular places to experience the tournament will be the special FIFA Fan Festival at Brooklyn Bridge Park. Set against the iconic backdrop of the Brooklyn Bridge, and the New York skyline, the festival will bring together thousands of supporters to watch matches on giant screens. With live entertainment, food, cultural activities, and an electric atmosphere, it promises to become one of the most memorable World Cup gathering spots in New York City.
https://www.adidas.com/us/go/campaign/homeofsoccer/new_york

The Dutch community in Brooklyn organizes a special Orange & Blue watch party at The Elsewhere venue, located at 599 Johnson Ave in Bushwick. Including the Curaçao team, playing their first match against Germany.

From packed sports bars and neighborhood cafés to the waterfront celebrations at Brooklyn Bridge Park, Brooklyn comes alive with excitement. Also the Brooklyn Public Library has neighborhood watching parties.
https://www.bklynlibrary.org/world-cup

The cheers, the tension, and the shared passion create an atmosphere that transcends national borders. Whether you’re supporting the Netherlands, the United States, Curaçao, or another team, you’re surrounded by fellow fans who understand the magic of the world’s biggest sporting event.

For Dutch supporters, watching World Cup matches in Brooklyn carries a special meaning. The borough traces its roots back to the Dutch town of Breukelen, creating a unique connection between New York and the Netherlands. Every orange jersey and every Dutch flag serves as a reminder of that historic bond across the Atlantic.

As the tournament progresses toward the final, Brooklyn becomes one of New York’s most exciting places to experience the World Cup. A World Cup Final is more than just a match. It is a celebration of friendship, diversity, and the beautiful game—bringing together people from different backgrounds for an unforgettable occasion.

Of course, also Breukelen offers a lot of Orange Fever. Follow for more, or see Oranjevereniging Breukelen.

From Breukelen to Brooklyn, football brings the world together.

🧡 From Breukelen to Brooklyn, Oranje is everywhere!

New York is turning orange as KNVB and OnsOranje arrive in the United States for an unforgettable World Cup journey. ⚽

But it’s not just orange on display all over Brooklyn. The blue of Curaçao is part of the celebrations too. The Caribbean island nation, and constituent country of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, has also qualified and is bringing excitement and pride to football fans across the Dutch Kingdom. And in the Caribbean communities in Brooklyn.

Brooklyn is part of the FIFA World Cup, for instance with a great viewing arena, right at the Brooklyn Bridge. Look at these amazing images by Dutch photographer Roger Neve, to showcase the Dutch team across the city where Dutch heritage still lives on.

The Schermerhorn family was one of the original Dutch dynasties of New York with a strong Brooklyn connection. Schermerhorn (Brooklynites tend to pronounce as Skimmerhorn) is a Dutch family name, taken from a village in North Holland. Schermerhorn Street is well-known, as well as the Hoyt-Schermerhorn subway station. This post shows that several Schermerhorn family members were actually living in Brooklyn.

Repost • The Schermerhorn house, located at 3rd Avenue and 28th Street, was a wood-frame and stone building located on the former Schermerhorn farm property. At the time of this 1883 photograph, Gowanus Bay nearly touched 3rd Avenue, today the house would be in the shadow of the BQE.
[Schermerhorn house], 1883, AUST_0591; Daniel Berry Austin photograph collection, Brooklyn Museum/Brooklyn Public Library, Center for Brooklyn History
Atlas of the Entire City of Brooklyn 1880 SHEET: 17L

The Story of Nijenrode Bier – A Taste of Breukelen

We enjoyed this local craft beer at SameSame Thai restaurant in Breukelen. Nestled along the picturesque River Vecht and inspired by the historic castle of Nijenrode, Nijenrode Beer was born from a simple idea: to capture the spirit of Breukelen in a bottle.

The journey began in 2010 when entrepreneur Harvey Wells, then a student at Nyenrode Business Universiteit, set out to create a beer that reflected the rich history, character, and entrepreneurial tradition of the area. Together with brewer Huib van der Stam, he developed a distinctive amber ale after months of experimentation and tasting.

Named after the iconic Kasteel Nijenrode, whose history dates back to the 13th century, Nijenrode Beer combines craftsmanship with local heritage. Brewed using natural ingredients, unfiltered and unpasteurized, it undergoes a secondary fermentation in the bottle, resulting in a rich, full-bodied flavor with subtle spicy notes.

What started as a passion project has grown into a proud local product—one that celebrates both the history of Breukelen and the innovative spirit that continues to thrive there today.

From a Brooklyn perspective, maybe we should encourage a collab with The Brooklyn Brewery D**e Beer or other enthusiasts…

🍺 Nijenrode Beer: where history, craftsmanship, and the spirit of Breukelen come together in every bottle.


Nyenrode Business Universiteit