400 days before the start of the 2026 World Cup, the Secretary of the Interior, Rosa Icela Rodríguez, along with Clara Brugada, head of Government of Mexico City, highlighted the relevance of the participation of the three host Mexican cities: Mexico City, Monterrey, and Guadalajara, in this unprecedented sporting event.
In a venue full of history, the Estadio Azteca, which has witnessed memorable sporting feats, it was announced that it will again be the epicenter to start a new chapter of national pride with the 2026 World Cup. It was stated that this event will transcend beyond football, being an occasion to showcase to the world the hospitality, solidarity, inclusion, and joy of the Mexican people, as well as the historical richness of the nation and the hospitality of Mexico City, led by Clara Brugada.
Rosa Icela Rodríguez emphasized the preparation of the Mexican capital to welcome millions of visitors from around the world with open arms, ensuring that the city will be dressed to impress for the occasion. She highlighted that the legacy of the World Cup will be felt not only in the stadiums but also in the streets, neighborhoods, schools, and in the dreams of new generations.
The importance of the World Cup leaving a significant mark that goes beyond the purely sporting was emphasized, reaching the entire community and highlighting the cultural and social diversity of Mexico, including indigenous communities, original peoples, and youth. Mexico City presented itself as a vibrant, modern, and deeply humane place, ready to welcome visitors in a warm and open manner.
The official underscored the coordination between federal, state, and local governments to ensure that the experience of the 2026 World Cup will be safe, efficient, and meaningful for all involved.
