The Guardian · October 23, 2026

Mamdani loves Arsenal. He should challenge them to cut ties with the UAE over Sudan | Sasha Lezhnev and John Prendergast

New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani, a noted Arsenal fan and human rights advocate, faces pressure to use his influence to push the club to end its lucrative sponsorship deal with the UAE over the country's alleged role in the Sudan conflict. The opinion piece argues Mamdani's passion for both Arsenal and human rights creates an opportunity to challenge the club on its financial ties to the Emirates.