Mexico’s president is assuring fans that safety will not be compromised during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, despite recent cartel violence The killing of a powerful cartel leader in Jalisco sparked days of unrest, but officials insist the situation is stabilising FIFA has confirmed that all three Mexican venues remain unchanged, with organisers expressing confidence in a “spectacular” tournament Mexico’s president has stated there is “no risk” to fans travelling to the country for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. According to SkyNews, Claudia Sheinbaum told reporters on February 24 that “all the guarantees” for safety were in place, despite recent cartel violence following the death of Nemesio Ruben Oseguera Cervantes, leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel. Mexico assures World Cup safety a...