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Sheinbaum Will Give World Cup Inauguration Ticket No. 001 to a Young Fan

The presidency says the selection method for the recipient is still being finalized.

Overview

  • On Monday, President Claudia Sheinbaum reiterated she will gift her seat at the 2026 opener to a young football fan who lacks the means to attend.
  • She said she will hand over the ticket during the inauguration ceremony at Estadio Banorte, formerly Estadio Azteca.
  • The specific seat she plans to donate is marked as Ticket No. 001.
  • Coverage reports the ticket was provided by FIFA, a detail not independently confirmed in her remarks.
  • She framed the gesture as allowing a girl or young person to dream with football and said Mexico will welcome international leaders and visitors for the tournament.