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Miami students chosen as player escorts for Norway vs. England quarterfinal match
By Litzy Grijalba at WSVN 7 News
· July 11, 2026
· 1 min read
South Florida students turned into official player escorts for Saturday’s FIFA World Cup match. In Northwest Miami -Dade, 22 Miami-Dade County Public Schools students at Earlington Heights Elementary went through the full experience, trying on their official adidas uniforms and waving Norway and Engl
Key takeaway In Northwest Miami-Dade, 22 Miami-Dade County Public Schools students at Earlington Heights Elementary went through the full experience, trying on their official adidas uniforms and waving Norway and England flags before heading off.
Why this matters in The Miami
The selection of Miami-Dade County Public Schools students as player escorts for the Norway vs. England quarterfinal match brings international attention to the city's vibrant community. This opportunity for students from Earlington Heights Elementary, located in Northwest Miami-Dade, showcases the impact of local organizations like Miami Scores, which combines soccer, poetry, and service-learning to enrich the lives of young people in underserved areas. As a hub for Latin American and Caribbean communities, Miami's cultural diversity is reflected in its enthusiasm for soccer, and this event highlights the city's connection to the global soccer community. The experience of these 22 students, donning official adidas uniforms and waving flags for Norway and England, will likely foster a lifelong interest in the sport and its international appeal, further solidifying Miami's reputation as a city that celebrates cultural exchange and athletic competition.
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Category: arts ·
Published: July 11, 2026 ·
Source: WSVN 7 News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? South Florida students turned into official player escorts for Saturday’s FIFA World Cup match. In Northwest Miami-Dade, 22 Miami-Dade County Public Schools students at Earlington Heights Elementary went through the full experience, trying on their official adidas uniforms and waving Norway and Engl
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