Explained: Dome’s Pretty Pineapple?

It’s time for a history and language lesson here on NYCFC.com.

Managing Editor Mark Booth gets to the bottom of the pretty pineapple once and for all – and there’s a shocking twist…

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Domènec Torrent has been a big hit with supporters since joining New York City FC as Head Coach this summer.

The Catalan Head Coach with a predilection for jazz and tactical innovations has been a revelation in his first months in the hot-seat, building upon the excellent work of his predecessor, Patrick Vieira.

Dome’s pre and post-game interviews have also earned him admirers in the bleachers at Yankee Stadium, especially one reference to a “Molte Bonica Pinya” – interpreted by all as a “pretty pineapple” – a…