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Mexican Officials Offer World Cup Reassurances Despite Cartel Violence And Killing Of El Mencho: 'We Are Prepared'

Mexican authorities insist the country is ready to host the World Cup despite a wave of cartel violence following the killing of Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, alias 'El Mencho', in February.

Latin Times

Jalisco cartel leader ‘El Mencho’ buried in golden casket at cemetery

The leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel has been buried in the state that gave its name to one of Mexico’s most powerful cartels

The Independent UK

El Mencho Had Reportedly Secured 2026 World Cup Tickets to Cement Alliances Before His Killing

FIFA President Gianni Infantino confirmed the World Cup will go on as planned, adding that the organization has "total confidence in Mexico"

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Sheinbaum says FIFA will visit Mexico to assess World Cup security and mobility

Mexico has reassured FIFA that it can safely host the World Cup after deadly cartel violence this week

The Independent UK

The faces of Mexico’s disappeared haunt this city's streets. Families worry they will be wiped away

The faces of Mexico’s disappeared paint the streets of Mexico’s second biggest city of Guadalajara

The Independent UK

Everything’s fine, FIFA’s Infantino insists with Mexico aflame with violence: ‘We have complete confidence’

The violence that erupted in Mexico after the death of a powerful drug lord has left many questioning whether the country will be able to co-host the World Cup in just over three months. FIFA President Gianni Infantino thinks it can. “Of course, we are monitoring the situation in Mexico…

Fortune

FIFA's Infantino has 'complete confidence' in Mexico to host World Cup games despite cartel violence

FIFA President Gianni Infantino says he has “complete confidence” in Mexico as a World Cup co-host despite days of cartel violence in the country that has left at least 70 people dead

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Online disinformation fueled panic after the killing of Mexico's most powerful drug lord

Mexico’s government says a surge of online disinformation has amplified cartel violence and spread panic since the death of the country's most powerful drug lord

The Independent UK

World Cup chiefs in conversations about moving 'vulnerable' key fixtures after Mexico violence: report

FIFA's 2026 World Cup plans have been dealt another blow in recent days after violence erupted on the streets of host nation Mexico

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Cartel violence near Mexican stadium sparks World Cup safety concerns

President Claudia Sheinbaum said there was “no risk” for fans coming to the tournament

The Independent UK

German FA Chief Voices Concern Over Cartel Violence in Mexico With World Cup Nearing

Mexico is immersed in a delicate safety and security situation just months before hosting the 2026 World Cup.

Sports Illustrated

Tourist describes horror as violence erupts in Mexico after drug lord El Mencho killed

Violence has broken out across Mexico following the death of the leader of the Jalisco New Generation drug cartel

The Independent UK

Gianni Infantino ‘very reassured’ Guadalajara can host World Cup games amid Mexico cartel chaos

The death of cartel boss Nemesio Oseguara Cervantes, also known as “El Mencho”, has unleashed havoc across 20 Mexican states

The Independent UK

Travelling to Mexico? Here’s what you need to know following cartel violence outbreak

Visitors to the popular resort city of Puerto Vallarta have been told to stay indoors, while many flights to and from the airport have been cancelled or rescheduled.

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Death of cartel boss El Mencho triggers violence across Mexico

Violence erupted across Mexico after cartel leader El Mencho was killed in Jalisco, with roadblocks, flight cancellations and at least 14 people dead.

The Times of India

Mexico’s most wanted drug lord El Mencho killed in army raid; highways blocked, flights cancelled in cartel retaliation – top developments

Mexico's most wanted drug lord, El Mencho, was killed in a military operation in Jalisco, sparking widespread retaliatory violence. The operation, a significant blow to organized crime, led to road blockages, arson, and clashes across multiple states, prompting travel advisories from the US and Canada.

The Times of India

Mexican drug lord El Mencho killed in military operation, massive chaos at Guadalajara airport

Mexican drug lord Nemesio Oseguera, also known as El Mencho, was killed in a military operation, Mexican news outlets reported, citing government sources. Major chaos broke out at Guadalajara and Puerto Vallarta airports, after El Mencho's cartel reportedly retaliated after Oseguera's killing.

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Estadio Akron: Capacity, location, World Cup 2026 games and everything you need to know about the venue

Estadio Akron is hosting World Cup 2026 games as one of three stadiums in Mexico

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Reflections on Lecturing in Mexico

My first-ever visit to Mexico gave me some perspective on America's crucial neighbor.

Evening Standard

World Cup 2026 fixtures, results, full schedule and group standings

Thrilling draw between Iran and New Zealand

Latin Times

Former Top Cartel Leader 'Don Neto' Sues Mexico To Recover Assets Seized Decades Ago

Former Guadalajara Cartel leader Ernesto Fonseca Cariillo, known as "Don Neto," is suing the Mexican state to recover assets seized 40 years ago after serving a decades-long prison sentence.

The Independent UK

World Cup fans set to descend on home turf of Mexico’s most powerful cartel despite rocket launcher attack and mass grave

Hundreds of garments and burned bone fragments were found at a ranch in the state earlier this year

The Independent UK

Morrissey cancels two tour dates due to ‘extreme exhaustion’

Former Smiths frontman had been due to play in Mexico City and Guadalajara

Latin Times

Peso Pluma Returns to the Big Stage with Billboard Vanguard Award at the 2025 Billboard Latin Music Awards

Peso Pluma is officially back in the spotlight. After taking a break from the road following the end of his record-breaking Éxodo Tour in 2024, the Guadalajara-born superstar will return to the big stage at the 2025 Billboard Latin Music Awards.

Latin Times

Nearly 200,000 Demand the Aguilar Family Be Pulled From Guadalajara Independence Day Festival

Angered by statements about undocumented immigrants in Los Angeles, more and more people are joining the petition being made to the governor of Jalisco, Pablo Lemus, to cancel the Aguilar family's show for the celebration of El Grito.

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