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World Cup fever meets protest in Mexico City
Key takeaways
- Mexico City police stood guard around the Azteca stadium in the days leading up to the opening match.
- The opening week of the festivities has transformed the Mexican capital.
- On the streets, in parks and in cafes, conversations revolve around the tournament.
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Mexico City police stood guard around the Azteca stadium in the days leading up to the opening match. The countdown is over. The 2026 World Cup has arrived in Mexico City.
The opening week of the festivities has transformed the Mexican capital. Mexican flags hang from bikes and balconies. Bright orange Mexican marigold flowers are appearing all over the city. Fan zones are taking shape, giant images of Mexico players loom from towering buildings, and football shirts are everywhere.
On the streets, in parks and in cafes, conversations revolve around the tournament. There is a buzz in the air.
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