Thousands of Argentines flood Times Square, NYPD eye Central Park | OneFootball

Thousands of Argentine fans packed Times Square this Saturday ahead of the World Cup final between Argentina and Spain. The massive gathering exceeded all initial estimates and forced New York police to urgently reinforce the security operation. Faced with the overflow, local authorities are considering moving part of the celebrations to Central Park to ease congestion in the area.

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The gathering began in the afternoon and spread along Broadway and Seventh Avenue. The area filled with residents, tourists, and supporters who had traveled specifically to back the national team. According to local outlets such as NBC New York and Telemundo, the heavy visitor flow over the weekend raised alarms due to the limited capacity of the Manhattan area.

Fans waved flags, sang the classic stadium chants, and recorded messages of support for the squad. To organize the massive crowd, residents’ associations coordinated alternative meeting points in Bryant Park and Hudson Yards. At the same time, Argentine bars in Manhattan and Queens reported being fully booked for match day.

The police operation included partial street closures to prevent traffic blockages and ensure pedestrian safety. Meanwhile, the Argentine consulate issued recommendations to avoid incidents on public streets. The agency reminded citizens that celebrations must take place without blocking access points or creating risks in one of the busiest areas in the world.

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