Mexico City dazzles as 2026 World Cup kicks off in style
Summary
The 2026 World Cup started with a big celebration at Mexico City's Azteca Stadium. Mexico played South Africa in the first match of the expanded tournament, which is shared between Mexico, the United States, and Canada.Key Facts
- The opening event featured fireworks, lights, and performances by Shakira, Burna Boy, and J Balvin.
- More than 80,000 fans attended the match at the renovated Azteca Stadium.
- The stadium has hosted the World Cup opening game three times (1970, 1986, and 2026), a first in the tournament’s history.
- Mexico City Stadium is the new official name, but it is still commonly called Azteca.
- The 2026 World Cup has 48 teams, an increase from previous tournaments.
- Protests happened near fan zones and transport routes, with people concerned about the event’s cost and local disruptions.
- Police increased security around working-class neighborhoods close to the stadium to manage crowds and protests.
- Mexico City is hosting World Cup games alongside the United States and Canada during this month-long event.
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