Summary
Four football matches in Mexico were postponed due to the Mexican army killing the leader of a major drug cartel. The killing led to violence in many parts of Mexico, including roadblocks and burning cars. The cartel leader, known as "El Mencho," was the head of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel.
Key Facts
- Four football matches were postponed after a drug cartel leader was killed by the Mexican army.
- Two top-tier football matches and two second division games were affected.
- The Jalisco New Generation Cartel leader, "El Mencho," died while being transported to Mexico City.
- Cartel members reacted by burning cars and blocking roads in nearly twelve states.
- Guadalajara, a host city for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, saw increased security concerns.
- The Jalisco cartel is considered the most powerful in Mexico, with around 19,000 members.
- The U.S. administration under President Donald Trump labeled the cartel a "Foreign Terrorist Organization."
- Despite the unrest, the Mexican Open tennis tournament will proceed as planned in Acapulco.
