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Violent clashes erupted outside Estadio Azteca in Mexico City during the World Cup 2026 opener between Mexico and South Africa, with footage showing unrest near Gate 8 as protesters hurled Molotov cocktails and stones at police. Authorities said the situation was under control, while thousands of relatives of Mexico’s missing people marched nearby with candles to demand answers.
Mexico and Portugal played to a goalless draw in a 2026 World Cup warm-up at Estadio Azteca, a test event for the venue’s World Cup hosting role. Ronaldo was absent due to a hamstring issue, and both teams made multiple substitutions as the match heated up after halftime; Mexico pressed but could not convert, while Portugal showed improved urgency but still couldn’t breakers the deadlock amid hydration breaks and a high-intensity atmosphere.
New Jersey’s MetLife Stadium will host the final of the 2026 World Cup, with the tournament taking place across North America in the United States, Mexico, and Canada. The final will be on 19 July after a 39-day tournament with 104 matches, the most in World Cup history. The first match will be in Mexico City’s Estadio Azteca, and the US will play their opener at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles. Dallas will stage nine matches, more than any other city.