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Portuguese soccer federation monitoring situation in Mexico ahead of friendly in March
- On Feb 24, 2026, the Portuguese Football Federation said it was monitoring Mexico amid a surge in violence ahead of its March 28 friendly at the renovated Azteca Stadium.
- Following the army operation, the Mexican army killed the country's most powerful drug lord on Sunday, sparking a surge in violence including a burning bus in Jalisco.
- Emphasizing safety, the federation said the safety of players, coaching staff and fans is an absolute priority and it will follow Portuguese government recommendations and coordinate with the Mexican Football Federation.
- The Portuguese Football Federation said decisions will follow ongoing monitoring and coordination with the Portuguese government and the Mexican Football Federation, citing the need for continuous evaluation of the conditions.
- With World Cup stakes high, Mexico President Claudia Sheinbaum said Tuesday there was "no risk" for fans coming to the World Cup, and Azteca Stadium is set to host the June 11 opener.
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The Mexican Football Federation had to go out to clarify that the match against Portugal remains firm for March 28 in the re-opening of the Aztec Stadium
The friendly match between Mexico and Portugal, scheduled for March 28 at Banorte Stadium, could be at risk due to the violence registered in the country after the death of Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, alias El Mencho. The Portuguese Football Federation (PFF) reported that it closely monitors the situation and that the safety of players, technical staff and fans will be the main criterion for deciding whether to maintain the headquarters. Portuga…
The alliance said it was closely monitoring the situation after the Mexican military killed the country's most powerful drug lord on Sunday.
The Portuguese Federation monitors the situation in Mexico in the face of increased violence and will assess conditions for the friendly March.
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Portuguese soccer federation monitoring situation in Mexico ahead of friendly in March
The Portuguese soccer federation says it is monitoring the situation in Mexico amid a surge in violence ahead of its friendly against the Mexican national team in March.
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