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School buses hired for World Cup transport destroyed in Knicks celebrations FIFA World Cup 2026 Tens of thousands of fans flooded Manahattan to celebrate the Knicks' NBA Finals win on Saturday night.Adam Gray / Getty Images Nine yellow school buses hired to transport soccer fans from MetLife Stadium had to be abandoned by drivers and passengers on Saturday night during the raucous New York Knicks celebrations in Manhattan, with five buses were set on fire or destroyed by vandalism or trampling. As part of the transportation plan to take fans to MetLife Stadium for World Cup games this summer, the New York New Jersey host committee organized a shuttle bus service to and from Manhattan. This was originally supposed to carry 10,000 supporters but, following a $6 million investment from New York State, this expanded to lease 150 yellow school buses on non-school days in order to increase the affordable travel options available to World Cup match-goers. Advertisement Some of these buses were caught in the crosshairs of the uglier side of the Knicks celebrations, as tens of thousands of people descended onto the streets of Manhattan in the early hours followingthe Game 5 win over …

Teen shot and buses torched in Manhattan after historic NBA win for Knicks At least 63 people were arrested in the disorder after the Knicks beat the Spurs to clinch the title.

Teen shot and buses torched in Manhattan after historic NBA win for Knicks At least 63 people were arrested in the disorder after the Knicks beat the Spurs to clinch the title.

World Cup bus set alight as chaotic celebrations erupt in Manhattan ... World Cup bus set alight as chaotic celebrations erupt in Manhattan after Knicks win Sign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inbox One of the yellow school buses the city government hired to help transport football fans was set on fire, according to a Reuters video journalist who witnessed it in flames. PHOTO: REUTERS Published Jun 14, 2026, 04:29 PM Updated Jun 14, 2026, 04:53 PM Listen NEW YORK – A World Cup bus was set alight and a teenager suffered a gunshot wound during chaotic scenes in Midtown Manhattan as thousands of basketball fans poured into the streets late on June 13 to celebrate the New York Knicks’ historic win in the NBA Finals. Some fans set off fireworks and fired smoke grenades after spilling out of packed bars and outdoor venues, chanting “Knicks in five!” to mark their team’s victory in the fifth game of a possible seven. The New York Knicks have not won a title since 1973, and this was just their third appearance in the finals after losses in 1994 and 1999 – to the Houston Rockets and the San Antonio Spurs, whom they defeated on the night of June 13. World Cup shuttle buses s…

World Cup Bus Burned As Wild Knicks Fans Riot In NYC SHARE NEW YORK, June 14 ( STL.News ) – A World Cup bus was set alight and a teenager suffered a gunshot wound during chaotic scenes in Midtown Manhattan as thousands of basketball fans poured into the streets late on Saturday to celebrate the New York Knicks’ historic win in the NBA Finals. Contents World Cup Shuttles Swarmed by Crowds Shooting Reported Amid Celebration Police Response in Midtown The incident occurred as fans celebrated the team’s victory in the fifth game of the series. The Knicks have not won a title since 1973, marking a significant moment for the city’s sports supporters. World Cup Shuttles Swarmed by Crowds As the festivities continued into the early morning hours, hundreds of mostly young people swarmed a convoy of about 15 shuttle buses in Times Square. These vehicles had been utilized to transport soccer fans from the first World Cup match in the New York City area between Brazil and Morocco. Witnesses observed crowds climbing onto the roofs of the buses and occupying the driver seats. One of the yellow school buses, which the city government had hired to assist with soccer fan logistics, was set on fire…

Knicks fans set bus alight during celebrations Footage shows a World Cup shuttle bus set into flames amid chaotic celebrations following Knicks NBA win.

World Cup bus set on fire as chaotic celebrations erupt in New York ... Chaotic scenes erupted across Midtown Manhattan on Saturday night as thousands of basketball fans poured into the streets to celebrate the New York Knicks' historic NBA Finals victory, resulting in a World Cup bus being set alight and a teenager suffering a gunshot wound. Jubilant supporters spilled out of packed bars and outdoor venues, setting off fireworks and firing smoke grenades, chanting "Knicks in five!" to mark their team's triumph in the fifth game of a possible seven. This win holds particular significance for the New York Knicks, who had not secured a title since 1973. This was only their third appearance in the finals, having previously lost in 1994 to the Houston Rockets and in 1999, before defeating the San Antonio Spurs on Saturday night. Amidst the widespread revelry, a 17-year-old was shot in the foot in Times Square around 2 am, a New York police officer confirmed to Reuters. Three individuals have since been taken into custody as persons of interest in connection with the incident. As celebrations continued into the early hours, hundreds of predominantly young people swarmed a convoy of app…

FIFA World Cup bus set alight as chaotic celebrations erupt in NYC's Manhattan after Knicks win <p>A World Cup bus was set alight and a teenager suffered a gunshot wound during chaotic scenes in Midtown Manhattan as thousands of basketball fans poured into the streets late on Saturday to celebrate the New York Knicks’ historic win in the NBA <a href="https://www.dawn.com/news/2006331">Finals</a>.</p> <p>Some fans set off fireworks and fired smoke grenades after spilling out of packed bars and outdoor venues, chanting “Knicks in five!” to mark their team’s victory in the fifth game of a possible seven.</p> <p>The New York Knicks have not won a title since 1973, and this was just their third appearance in the finals after losses in 1994 and 1999 — to the Houston Rockets and the San Antonio Spurs, whom they defeated on Saturday night.</p> <h2><a id="world-cup-shuttle-buses-swarmed" href="#world-cup-shuttle-buses-swarmed" class="heading-permalink" aria-hidden="true" title="Permalink"></a>World Cup shuttle buses swarmed</h2> <p>At about 2am, a 17-year-old was shot in the foot during celebrations in Times Square, a New York police officer told <em>Reuters</em>. Three persons of interest…

Knicks celebrations: School bus set on fire, multiple people arrested, 17 ... A 17-year-old boy was shot in the foot during celebrations NEW YORK CITY (WABC) --Chaos erupted overnight on Sunday as rowdy fans celebrated the New York Knicks' championship victory, leading to several school buses set on fire, a teen shot, dozens of people arrested and at least 10 members of the NYPD injured. Video captured flames erupting from a school bus that was lit on fire on 42nd Street near Eighth Avenue by the Port Authority Bus Terminal. NYPD officials say a total of five school buses were lit on fire, or destroyed with bats and people jumping on them. The school buses were being used to transport people from Manhattan to MetLife Stadium for the World Cup games. There was also one shooting at 43rd Street and Broadway, where a 17-year-old boy was shot once in the foot during celebrations. He was taken to the hospital by the NYPD because an ambulance could not access 43rd Street as crowds completely took it over. A firearm was recovered on the scene, and three people of interest in custody. No charges have been filed so far. Police say there were also four slashings or stabbings that too…