The Cost of Living Classic: A Photo Journey from First to Final Whistle

What do you get when you mix a soccer tournament and a mayoral campaign in a Coney Island baseball stadium? The Cost of Living Classic, — where 32 teams uniting players from across all five boros let their legs do the talking.

Taking place at Maimonides Park with the iconic Astroland rides spinning in the background, felt like a love letter to New York itself — loud, colorful, and full of heart. From dazzling footwork on the field to post-game laughs in the stands, it was a day where community came first and everyone played for the love of the game. It’s also the moment NYC’s soccer community planted its flag as a shining example of why soccer is the ultimate unifier.

Big shoutout to our partner, Zohran for NYC, whose trust in NYC Footy to put on one hell of a tournament helped make the Classic more than just a campaign stop— it was a celebration of New Yorkers, our perseverance, and our ability to have pure fun.

Maimonides Park in Coney Island, host of the First Cost of Living Classic

Huddling up to remember to take it all in on a great day for play.

The Bronx brought its big swinging boots to The Cost of Living Classic

NYC Footy’s Paloma ball taking more twists and turns today than a rider on the Cyclone are we right?

Different boros, same mission. Spread soccer’s joy to all those around.

The Cost of Living Classic at Maimonides Park. Please take in that Coney Island background.

Staten Island out here putting on the moves.

NYC soccer legends in the house at The Cost of Living Classic.

Big wins mean getting your feet off the ground in celebration.

A great night for soccer ends with an epic photo. Thank you to all who came out!