Overview
- President Claudia Sheinbaum said she will view the 2026 World Cup’s first match from Mexico City’s Zócalo.
- She reiterated that her inauguration ticket, numbered 001, will go to a girl without the means to attend, with the selection method still to be defined.
- Authorities are preparing free public screenings in plazas under Fiestas México 2026, with a Zócalo setup in development and reports pointing to 177 sites nationwide.
- Sheinbaum characterized recent stadium violence as isolated and said it does not compromise event organization or spectator security.
- Mexico City will observe a local holiday on Thursday, June 11, 2026 to facilitate attendance and public viewing, according to Mayor Clara Brugada.