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Mexico President Sheinbaum to Give 2026 World Cup Opener Ticket No. 00001 to a Young Female Fan

She says the gift is meant to encourage girls to pursue soccer.

Overview

  • Sheinbaum will skip the June 11, 2026 opening match at Mexico City’s Estadio Azteca and give her premium seat to a girl who could not otherwise attend.
  • The seat is ticket number 00001 for the tournament opener co-hosted by Mexico, Canada and the United States.
  • Officials are still determining how the recipient will be chosen.
  • Sheinbaum highlighted that Azteca hosted the 1970 and 1986 openers, making it the first venue to stage three World Cup opening matches.
  • She referenced planned activities and infrastructure investments in Guadalajara and Monterrey without detailing specific projects or funding.