Spain’s World Cup Championship team celebrated their victory with a special treat: 46 pies of New Jersey pizza from Bagels by Jarrett in West Orange. The team, who defeated Argentina 1-0 in the final match, ordered a variety of pizzas, including pepperoni, margherita, and buffalo chicken, after being recommended by the Norwegian team.
The Spanish team’s victory parade was attended by an estimated 2 million fans in Madrid, where they hoisted the FIFA World Cup trophy. But before their triumphant return home, they fueled up with New Jersey’s famous pizza, courtesy of Jarrett Seltzer and his crew at Bagels by Jarrett.
New Jersey Pizza
Seltzer, the owner of Bagels by Jarrett, had been perfecting his pizza dough recipe for months, experimenting to create the perfect pie. His hard work paid off when the Spanish team ordered from his shop, and he said it was a “cooler feeling” to feed the World Cup champions.
The Norwegian team had previously ordered from Bagels by Jarrett after defeating Brazil in the Round of 16, and apparently recommended the pizza to the Spanish team. Seltzer said that maybe the world’s best soccer players whisper to each other about his pizza, and that it’s a great way for them to celebrate their victory with a treat.
The Spanish team’s love of New Jersey pizza is a testament to the state’s culinary reputation, and Seltzer’s shop is proud to have been a part of their championship celebration. With their victory, Spain has solidified its position as a soccer powerhouse, and New Jersey pizza has become an unlikely part of their success story.
Broader Implications
The Spanish team’s victory and their celebration with New Jersey pizza have brought attention to the state’s culinary scene, and have shown that even the world’s best athletes appreciate a good slice. As the soccer world looks to the future, one thing is clear: New Jersey pizza is a winning combination.
The impact of the Spanish team’s victory extends beyond the soccer field, and into the hearts of fans around the world. For Jarrett Seltzer and his crew, it’s a reminder that hard work and dedication can lead to unexpected rewards, and that a great slice of pizza can bring people together in celebration.
