Zohran Mamdani: From Real Oviedo Shareholder to Mayor of New York City
The internet has connected people in ways that were once unimaginable. Zohran Mamdani, the newly elected Mayor of New York City, has recently gained attention in Spain for his past involvement with La Liga club Real Oviedo. Mamdani, a football enthusiast, purchased a share in the club back in 2012 when they were facing financial difficulties. His tweet about becoming a shareholder caught the attention of journalist Sid Lowe, who helped raise awareness about Oviedo's situation to an English-speaking audience. Oviedo's official Twitter account recently congratulated Mamdani on his election victory, noting that New York now has a touch of Oviedo-blue. With Oviedo's return to La Liga after 24 years and Mamdani's support for Arsenal, which features players from the North of Spain, both are experiencing success in 2025.