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Mexico's President Sheinbaum joins fans as World Cup gets underway

Euronews · Jun 11, 2026, 8:12 PM · Also reported by 4 other sources

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Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum joined thousands of supporters at a fan zone in Mexico City's Zocalo Square as Mexico took on South Africa in the opening match of the 2026 World Cup. Fans packed the square to cheer on the host nation.

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