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Mexico prepares for World Cup opening match amid protests

Al Jazeera Tuesday 09 June 2026, 17:51 UTC 1 min read
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Mexico prepares for World Cup opening match amid protests Mexico prepares for World Cup opening match amid protests Final preparations are underway for the opening of the 2026 FIFA World Cup at Mexico City’s Azteca Stadium. The preparations come as teachers’ protests and encampments continue in the city centre, disrupting movement near key World Cup fan zones. Published On 9 Jun 2026

Mexico prepares for World Cup opening match amid protests Mexico prepares for World Cup opening match amid protests Final preparations are underway for the opening of the 2026 FIFA World Cup at Mexico City’s Azteca Stadium. The preparations come as teachers’ protests and encampments continue in the city centre, disrupting movement near key World Cup fan zones. Published On 9 Jun 2026
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