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New York renames streets after Thierry Henry, Pelé ahead of World Cup

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  • New York City has temporarily renamed streets after football legends Thierry Henry and Pelé ahead of the World Cup.
  • The street names will remain in place until November 1, coinciding with the tournament's duration.
  • Henry was honored at West 50th Street and 6th Avenue, while Pelé was recognized in the Queens borough.

New York City is celebrating two footballing icons by temporarily renaming streets in their honor ahead of the FIFA World Cup. The tournament, co-hosted by Canada, Mexico, and the United States, kicks off this week, with the final scheduled at the MetLife Stadium, which will be known as the New York New Jersey Stadium during the event.

City officials unveiled "Thierry Henry Way" at the intersection of West 50th Street and 6th Avenue in Manhattan. The former Arsenal and Barcelona star, a 1998 World Cup winner with France, appeared via video call for the ceremony. Henry, 48, significantly raised his profile in the U.S. during his five seasons with the New York Red Bulls in Major League Soccer, concluding in 2014.

In the Queens borough, the intersection of Shea Road and Meridian Road has been renamed in honor of Brazilian legend Pelé. These temporary street name changes will remain in effect until November 1, allowing fans and residents to connect with the legacy of these football greats during the World Cup period.

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