We talked about the boycott and we talked about the carbon footprint. Now Infantino has another headache.
The new issue that has the FIFA officialdom looking nervously at news headlines is the trouble in Mexico.
Mexico is co-hosting the 2026 FIFA World Cup with the United States and Canada. As kick-off draws closer, recent violence linked to the death of a major cartel leader has sparked fresh concerns about safety in parts of the country- especially Guadalajara, one of the scheduled host cities.Guadalajara is slated to host multiple World Cup matches.Even if violence remains localized to specific areas and weeks before the Cup, widespread news about unrest can shape fan planning and tourism decisions months in advance. Reports of roadblocks, flight disruptions, and advisory warnings from foreign governments add to public concern.Several professional soccer matches in Mexico were postponed this week because of the unrest.
It’s going to be the loss of a lot of moolah if things go sideways. Infantino’s biggest nightmare