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FIFA Boss 'Very Reassured' About World Cup in Mexico Despite Violence
FIFA and Mexican officials affirm full safety measures are in place for 13 World Cup matches amid cartel violence that caused 70 deaths, ensuring no risk to fans.
- On Feb 24, 2026, President Claudia Sheinbaum said `all the guarantees` are in place for the 2026 FIFA World Cup despite unrest after Nemesio Oseguera's death triggered clashes in Jalisco state.
- After an operation that wounded Oseguera, he died en route to Mexico City, and cartel members coordinated violent attacks on Sunday, prompting local Mexican leagues to postpone matches.
- A FIFA spokesperson said the organisation is closely monitoring the situation and working with federal, state and local authorities to maintain public safety and normalcy.
- Sheinbaum said the situation was normalizing despite new roadblocks, affirming her adherence to Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador's `hugs not bullets` policy and seeking peace over war.
- Arrests in Sinaloa have triggered cartel retaliation including shootouts and vehicles set on fire, while a drone view showed Akron Stadium after four matches were postponed in Zapopan.
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Sheinbaum insisted that the World represents an opportunity to show the world the organizational capacity and hospitality of the country and thanks to the trust of Children.
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