This measure is part of a strategy to reduce queues and facilitate transactions during the international match. What does the cashless system imply for Banorte Stadium attendees? If you are one of the lucky ones who managed to get a ticket thinking Cristiano Ronaldo would be playing with Portugal, it's better to leave your 'Juárez' and 'axolotls' in your wallet, as the cashless system will completely eliminate the use of cash inside the venue. Fans will be able to pay with credit or debit cards, regardless of the banking institution. In case they have forgotten their bank card or do not have one available, they can purchase a prepaid digital card at the stadium. Mexican fans attending the Mexico vs. Portugal match should be well-prepared and not forget their credit card, as part of the modernization that Banorte Stadium has undergone, a cashless system will be implemented. This is the new payment method for purchasing drinks, food, official merchandise, and other items within the facility. The Colossus of Santa Úrsula will operate under a digital payment system, without the use of cash, which aims to speed up consumption within the venue and reinforce security at the points of sale. This new scheme implies that all attendees must make their purchases with bank cards or through digital tools enabled for the event. For every 500 pesos accumulated in purchases within the stadium, users will receive a 100 peso bonus. The benefit applies to Banorte credit, debit, and payroll cards, and works as a partial refund of the expenses made during the event. The incentive is part of the bank's integration into the venue's operation, which now adopts a digital consumption model. The new digital payment system seeks to offer a more agile experience to attendees, by facilitating fast payments without the need for change. What will be allowed and what will not be allowed inside Banorte Stadium during the Mexico vs. Portugal match? In addition to leaving early due to road closures and the security operation around Banorte Stadium, fans must take into account the new rules to enjoy the Mexican National Team's match without any inconvenience. Among the measures defined for the match, specific conditions were established regarding access, consumption, and behavior within the facility. Below is a list of the measures that will be implemented inside the Colossus of Santa Úrsula: Allowed: Payment with bank cards inside Banorte Stadium Access with a valid physical or digital ticket You can arrive at the stadium on public transportation or through service platforms like Uber You can arrive on the Light Rail, with direct service from Tacubaya to the stadium, only with an access ticket for the match Not allowed: It will not be necessary to present a Fan ID, as in Liga MX matches You cannot enter with signs, banners, or flags with offensive messages Cash will not be accepted for payment inside the stadium PDFs or printed sheets will not be accepted as access tickets With these new implementations, Banorte Stadium aims to demonstrate that the venue is already ready for the inauguration of the 2026 World Cup, where the Mexican National Team will face South Africa on the upcoming June 11. This mechanism allows you to load a balance and use it at the venue's points of sale. The balance available on these cards does not expire, as it can be used in future matches or in participating commercial establishments linked to the Banorte Stadium system. What benefits will there be for Banorte card users? As part of the scheme, a promotion has been activated for Banorte customers attending the Mexico vs. Portugal match this Saturday, March 28.
