Mexico says there is 'confidence' and 'no problem' for 2026 World Cup matches
The President of Mexico, Claudia Sheinbaum, assured that there is 'confidence' and 'no problem' for the staging of matches for the FIFA World Cup 2026, despite the wave of violence unleashed after the death of 'el Mencho' in Jalisco.
TL;DR
- Mexico's President Claudia Sheinbaum is confident about hosting the 2026 World Cup.
- She stated that FIFA President Gianni Infantino also trusts Mexico's organizational capabilities.
- Recent violence in Mexico following the death of CJNG leader 'el Mencho' had raised security concerns for the tournament.
- Preparations for friendly matches, including one between Mexico and Portugal, are proceeding without issues.
- The Mexican Football Federation and Portuguese Federation have expressed a mutual desire for their March 28th match to take place.
- Mexico is co-hosting the 2026 World Cup with the United States and Canada.
- The governor of Jalisco confirmed that FIFA has no intention of removing Mexico as a host city.