Puebla will be in the world's spotlight, which will boost various economic activities, officials stated. For the match between Spain and Peru, an attendance of 46,700 fans is expected at the Cuauhtémoc Stadium; however, the impact will go beyond the venue, as more than 144,000 visitors are forecast to arrive in the state. This tourist flow will allow hotel occupancy, which usually stands at 56% in the metropolitan area, to reach up to 90% during the match days. Regarding organization, García Parra indicated that the state government proposed that both matches be held at 8:00 PM; however, the official schedule and the cost of the June 8th match will be defined in a future meeting with the Spanish Federation. Puebla will be placed “in the world's eyes” with the holding of the international matches Mexico vs. Ghana and Spain vs. Peru, scheduled for May 22 and June 8 at the Cuauhtémoc Stadium, events that are part of the prelude to the 2026 World Cup. These high-level international sporting events will not only project the state's image globally but will also trigger a significant economic impact in key sectors such as tourism, hospitality, and gastronomy. At a press conference, the Cabinet Coordinator, José Luis García Parra, emphasized that given the magnitude of these events, the state government is already coordinating actions with the Secretariat of Public Security (SSP) to implement a comprehensive operation to guarantee the safety of thousands of attendees. “The event will be of the highest sporting relevance.”
