Governor of Nuevo León, Samuel García, confirmed that his administration is in talks to bring a K-pop group to the FIFA Fan Festival in his state. During his working tour in Asia, the governor met with the media and stated that the goal is to leverage the theme during the match between South Africa and South Korea. The most optimistic scenario expands from BTS to Blackpink, Monsta X, Twice, TXT, Stray Kids, Seventeen, and EXO. The 2026 World Cup matches in Monterrey: The BBVA Stadium will be called Monterrey Stadium during the FIFA World Cup 2026 and will host three group stage matches and one round of 16 match: June 14, 2026: Sweden vs. Tunisia (Group F) June 20, 2026: Tunisia vs. Japan (Group F) June 24, 2026: South Africa vs. Republic of Korea (Group A) June 29, 2026: 1st Place Group F vs. 2nd Place Group C (Round of 16). The governor's work tour to Asia included visits to sports facilities and meetings with business and football representatives.
K-pop is coming to the 2026 World Cup in Monterrey
Governor Samuel García of Nuevo León confirmed that a popular K-pop group will perform at the FIFA Fan Festival in Monterrey during the South Africa vs. South Korea match. It is expected that famous groups like BTS and Blackpink will take the stage.
