Overview
- Mexico City’s third World Cup 2026 committee session, led by Clara Brugada at Estadio Banorte, focused on finalizing venue and citywide preparations.
- Renovation work is visibly underway, with authorities stating the stadium must be ready before March 28 for the Mexico–Portugal match.
- Brugada cited 850 central-government public works—1,050 when borough projects are included—along with a commitment to safety, inclusion and civil protection.
- Deputy director Félix Aguirre said the project reflects joint efforts by the city government, FIFA and the federal government and aims to leave durable infrastructure.
- Government representative to FIFA Gabriela Cuevas said plans contemplate building 500 soccer fields and creating 1,000 murals as part of a social legacy program.