NEW YORK :An iconic New York City landmark will become an epicenter of soccer celebration next year as Rockefeller Center hosts Manhattan's flagship World Cup fan village, organisers said on Thursday.

The popular tourist site, best known for its annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony, will be transformed into "the ultimate watch party for fans," with live broadcasts and fan experiences, the New York/New Jersey Host Committee said.

The fan village is set to run in conjunction with partner and broadcaster Telemundo from July 4-19.

"Our fan experience locations are more than venues," said NYNJ Host Committee CEO Alex Lasry. "They're iconic backdrops seen in countless films, TV shows, and global moments.

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