Tag: 2026 World Cup

  • Bad Bunny announces surprise concert in CDMX during the 2026 World Cup

    Bad Bunny announces surprise concert in CDMX during the 2026 World Cup

    Bad Bunny, the most listened to Latin American artist in the world, announced this morning a surprise concert in Mexico City, which will be held next June 20 at the Foro Sol.

    The announcement was made through his social networks with a video that quickly became a trend throughout Latin America, generating a wave of excitement among his followers who had missed him on stage for months.

    The concert, titled “Music and Soccer”, will be a celebration of both Latin music and the World Cup, in an event that promises to bring together thousands of fans from all over the continent who are in Mexico during the tournament.

    Tickets will be available starting Friday through the Ticketmaster platform. Due to the high demand expected, fans are recommended to stay tuned and register in advance to secure their place.

  • This is what the Azteca Stadium looks like a few days before its debut in the 2026 World Cup

    This is what the Azteca Stadium looks like a few days before its debut in the 2026 World Cup

    The Azteca Stadium, one of the most emblematic venues in world soccer, looks completely renovated just days before its premiere in the 2026 World Cup. The remodeling works, which lasted more than two years, give it a modern look while maintaining its historical essence.

    The stadium, which already hosted the 1970 and 1986 World Cups, has a capacity for 87,000 spectators and will be the setting for the opening match of the tournament next Sunday, June 15, when Mexico and Ecuador play.

    Main improvements of the Azteca

    • New roof cover that protects 90% of the stands
    • State-of-the-art 360-degree LED screens
    • Complete renovation of dressing rooms and press areas
    • Improved accessibility for people with reduced mobility

    FIFA congratulated the Mexican authorities for the work done and described the Azteca as “one of the best prepared stadiums in the entire World Cup”.

  • CDMX alerts on road closures this weekend due to the World Cup caravan

    CDMX alerts on road closures this weekend due to the World Cup caravan

    The Secretariat of Mobility of Mexico City (SEMOVI) reported this Thursday on the closures of highways and main avenues that will take place this weekend on the occasion of the official welcome parade for the national teams participating in the 2026 World Cup.

    The route is scheduled to start from the National Museum of Anthropology in Polanco to the capital Zócalo, passing through Paseo de la Reforma. The participation of thousands of fans from around the world who are already in the capital is expected.

    Main affected roads

    • Paseo de la Reforma (from Chapultepec to Zócalo)
    • Avenida Juárez
    • Madero up to Zócalo

    The closures will be active from 08:00 to 18:00 on Saturday, June 13. Authorities recommend using the Metro, Metrobús, or the Mexicable as transportation alternatives during that day.

  • A 5-minute taxi for 12,000 pesos: World Cup tourist denounces abusive rates in Mexico

    A 5-minute taxi for 12,000 pesos: World Cup tourist denounces abusive rates in Mexico

    A tourist who came to Mexico for the 2026 World Cup posted on social media his experience with a taxi driver who charged him 12,000 pesos for a journey of just five minutes near the Azteca Stadium.

    The video, which quickly went viral on platforms like TikTok and X (formerly Twitter), shows the service receipt where the charged amount is seen, equivalent to approximately 600 US dollars.

    The Secretariat of Tourism of Mexico City reacted to the video and announced that an investigation will be opened into the case, while reminding that the rates of concessioned taxis are regulated and that there are official applications to report excessive charges.

    “We call on all national and foreign tourists to use transportation platforms such as InDrive, Uber, or site taxis, which have transparent and traceable rates,” the dependency said in its statement.

  • South Korea vs Czech Republic: Time and where to watch the Group A match of the 2026 World Cup

    South Korea vs Czech Republic: Time and where to watch the Group A match of the 2026 World Cup

    South Korea and Czech Republic will face each other in one of the most exciting matches of the group stage of the 2026 World Cup. Both teams seek their first victory in the tournament and promise a high-quality soccer spectacle.

    Match Time

    The match is scheduled for 5:00 PM Central Mexico time (6:00 PM Eastern Time). The designated stadium will be the SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, California.

    Where to watch it in Mexico

    • Televisa / Canal 5: Open broadcast for all of Mexico
    • TUDN: Complete coverage on cable and streaming
    • Vix: Free streaming platform

    The winner of this match is placed in a favorable position to advance to the next round of the tournament, so both squads will come out with everything from the initial whistle.

  • FIFA under investigation in Texas for fraudulent ticket sales and inflated prices for the 2026 World Cup

    FIFA under investigation in Texas for fraudulent ticket sales and inflated prices for the 2026 World Cup

    The Texas Attorney General opened a formal investigation against FIFA for the alleged fraudulent sale of tickets for the 2026 World Cup, which will be held in several stadiums in the United States, Mexico, and Canada.

    The investigation arises after multiple complaints from fans who reported excessive prices, duplicate tickets, and fake websites impersonating the official FIFA site for ticket sales.

    According to the statement from the Texas Attorney General, his office has received hundreds of consumer complaints who paid high amounts for tickets that never arrived or turned out to be invalid when presented at the stadiums.

    FIFA, for its part, issued a statement in which it assures to be “fully cooperating with authorities” and urged fans to purchase their tickets solely through official channels to avoid becoming victims of fraud.

    The scandal occurs just weeks before the start of the most important tournament in world soccer, which promises to be one of the most watched in human history.

  • US issues travel alert to Mexico for the 2026 World Cup? Here is what authorities say

    US issues travel alert to Mexico for the 2026 World Cup? Here is what authorities say

    With the arrival of the 2026 World Cup in Mexico, the US Department of State updated its travel warnings for American citizens planning to visit the country during the tournament.

    The update notes that travelers should take extra precautions in certain areas of the country, although it acknowledges that the World Cup host cities — Mexico City, Guadalajara, and Monterrey — have increased security measures for the event.

    Mexican authorities responded to the warning insisting that Mexico is “perfectly prepared” to receive the millions of tourists who will visit the country during the tournament, and that thousands of additional security elements have been deployed in the host cities.

    The president of the Mexican Football Federation (FMF) also stepped forward and stated that the country has the logistical capacity and necessary infrastructure to guarantee the security and hospitality that the world expects.

  • Sheinbaum announces new security plan for the 2026 World Cup venues in Mexico

    Sheinbaum announces new security plan for the 2026 World Cup venues in Mexico

    President Claudia Sheinbaum presented this Wednesday the national security operation that will accompany the 2026 World Cup matches held in Mexico, especially in the Azteca (CDMX), Akron (Guadalajara), and BBVA (Monterrey) stadiums.

    The plan contemplates the deployment of more than 30,000 elements of the National Guard, the Secretariat of Citizen Security, and state police in the sports venues and their surroundings during match days.

    “Mexico welcomes the world with open arms. We are prepared to give the best welcome to the tourists and fans arriving in our country.”

    Claudia Sheinbaum, President of Mexico

    Additionally, more than 5,000 video surveillance cameras will be installed in the peripheral areas of the stadiums, with real-time monitoring from specialized command centers that will coordinate the response to any incident.

  • Mhoni Vidente reveals her predictions for the 2026 World Cup champion

    Mhoni Vidente reveals her predictions for the 2026 World Cup champion

    Mhoni Vidente, the famous Cuban astrologer and clairvoyant who has been making predictions that surprise her millions of followers across Latin America for years, predicted that Brazil will be the country that is crowned champion in the 2026 World Cup.

    In her weekly astrological prediction program, Mhoni assured that “the stars tell me that the World Cup will be won by a South American country, and Brazil has the most powerful astral chart of all the participants.”

    Regarding Mexico, the clairvoyant was optimistic although cautious: “El Tri is going to give a huge surprise. They will go further than many people expect, but the champion will not be them this time,” she stated.

    Her predictions generated all kinds of reactions on social media, from those who fervently believe in her visions to those who take them with humor. The truth is that Mhoni has earned a huge audience with her forecasts, which on more than one occasion have proven accurate.

  • Mexico lands in Group A of the 2026 World Cup: meet its rivals and match dates

    Mexico lands in Group A of the 2026 World Cup: meet its rivals and match dates

    The Mexican National Football Team was placed in Group A of the 2026 World Cup, where it will face Ecuador, Netherlands, and Saudi Arabia in the group stage of the tournament that will take place in US, Mexican, and Canadian territory.

    Group A Schedule

    • June 15: Mexico vs Ecuador – Azteca Stadium, CDMX (18:00 hours)
    • June 19: Mexico vs Netherlands – Akron Stadium, Guadalajara (20:00 hours)
    • June 24: Mexico vs Saudi Arabia – BBVA Stadium, Monterrey (17:00 hours)

    The Mexican National Team arrives at the tournament with high expectations, after qualifying prominently in the Concacaf stage. Head coach Guillermo Almada expressed his confidence in the team and promised to make a historic campaign.

    “We have a group with a lot of quality. We know it will be difficult, but we are prepared to give a great campaign and go far in this World Cup”

    Guillermo Almada, Head Coach of the Mexican National Team