Mexico will secure World Cup venues with 100,000 security personnel
Mexico will deploy nearly 100,000 security forces and private personnel to secure the 2026 World Cup venues in Mexico City, Monterrey, and Guadalajara.
TL;DR
- Mexico will deploy about 99,000 security personnel for the 2026 World Cup.
- Security forces will include the Armed Forces, National Guard, Public Security Secretariat, and private security agents.
- Three joint task forces will operate in Mexico City, Monterrey, and Guadalajara.
- The security equipment includes military vehicles, civilian escort vehicles, aircraft, and 33 surveillance drones.
- Anti-drone systems will be in place to prevent unauthorized aerial devices.
- Special security measures will be implemented in airports, hotels, training areas, and stadiums.
- 88 specialized dogs for explosive detection will be part of the deployment.
- The security plan addresses concerns raised by recent violence in the country.
- Mexico is hosting the World Cup for the third time, with 13 matches scheduled.