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Ollamani Names Alexandre Costa to Lead Estadio Banorte Ahead of 2026 Reopening

The move installs a veteran venue operator to drive the stadium’s modernization toward a March 2026 return.

Overview

  • Costa becomes director general ejecutivo on November 16, 2025, according to the stadium owner’s announcement.
  • Félix Aguirre shifts to director general adjunto and will serve as Mexico City’s Host City Manager for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
  • Ollamani detailed the leadership changes in a filing to Mexico’s stock exchange as part of a broader push to upgrade operations.
  • Renovation features include a hybrid natural‑grass pitch, new seating and amenities, 2,200 m² of LED screens, 1,200 Wi‑Fi antennas with cashless services, expanded hospitality areas, more than 200 security cameras, and 340 speakers.
  • The venue targets readiness in March 2026, with Mexico vs. Portugal scheduled for March 28 as the reopening test event and Cristiano Ronaldo expected to feature.