sports
February 28, 2026
FIFA to Visit Mexico to Assess Security for World Cup
Representatives of the International Football Federation (FIFA) will soon visit Mexico to assess security and mobility issues for the World Cup, said Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum.
TL;DR
- FIFA will visit Mexico to assess security and mobility for the World Cup.
- Recent cartel violence resulted in 70 deaths and blocked streets in several Mexican states.
- Guadalajara, a host city for the World Cup, was among the affected areas.
- FIFA President Gianni Infantino expressed full confidence in Mexico's ability to host the World Cup.
- The Mexican President stated that security measures are in place and normalcy is returning.
- The World Cup diving event scheduled for next week near Guadalajara was canceled.
- Authorities are attempting to persuade the international diving federation to relocate the competition within Mexico.
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