Mexico City’s renowned stadium will host the World Cup opener for the third time after a nearly $200 million renovation. This has increased its capacity to 87,500 seats, enhancing its status as a premier venue.
The collaborative World Cup bid by Mexico, Canada, and the United States underscores their commitment to teamwork despite recent tensions. The three countries highlighted their cooperation as a central theme when awarded the World Cup in 2018.
It’s an opportunity to bring the world together and showcase how well things work between Canada, Mexico, and the United States,
said Justin Trudeau, Prime Minister of Canada at the time. Enrique Peña Nieto, then President of Mexico, emphasized the profound unity between the countries.
President Trump also echoed these sentiments during his first term by congratulating the countries on their successful bid. This World Cup marks the first time three countries will jointly host the event.
The tournament will kick off on a Thursday in Mexico, with the Mexican team facing South Africa in the opener. A total of 104 games are scheduled across North America, covering cities like Vancouver, Toronto, New York, and Kansas City, as well as Monterrey and Guadalajara in Mexico.
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