Puerto Vallarta and Mexico News

Puerto Vallarta and Mexico News

World Cup 2026 News and Updates – Preparations, Matches, Teams, Cities, and More

The countdown to the FIFA World Cup 2026 is officially on, and excitement is building across North America and beyond. With the tournament set to be hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, this will be the largest World Cup in history—featuring 48 teams, expanded group stages, and matches across 16 iconic cities. On this page, you’ll find daily updates on World Cup 2026 news, team qualifications, player announcements, ticketing information, match schedules, venue details, and local fan experiences as we gear up for one of the most anticipated global sporting events.

World Cup 2026 revives Mexico City rental tensions
03
Mar

World Cup 2026 revives Mexico City rental tensions

Hosts say short-term rentals aren't driving Mexico City rent hikes as World Cup 2026 nears,...
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Mexico City Pride wants a World Cup 2026 spotlight
20
Feb

Mexico City Pride wants a World Cup 2026 spotlight

Pride organizers in Mexico City are planning a “Pride Mundial” for June 27, 2026, timed...
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World Cup warm-up matches mexico
20
Feb

Vallarta toughens anti-trafficking plan for World Cup

Puerto Vallarta and Bahía de Banderas are building a joint risk diagnostic to blunt trafficking...
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Monterrey Adds Robot Dogs to 2026 World Cup Security Plan
17
Feb

Monterrey Adds Robot Dogs to 2026 World Cup Security Plan

Guadalupe, Nuevo León has unveiled four K9-X robotic dogs to patrol Monterrey’s Estadio BBVA during...
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17
Feb

Jalisco opens 11 new Volaris routes ahead of 2026 World Cup

Jalisco and Volaris will launch 11 new flights from Guadalajara and Puerto Vallarta ahead of...
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World Cup 2026 Fan Fest plans include Puerto Vallarta
09
Feb

World Cup 2026 Fan Fest plans include Puerto Vallarta

Guadalajara outlines a 39-day World Cup Fan Fest while Puerto Vallarta prepares oceanfront public viewings,...
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World Cup Guadalajara Monterrey
04
Feb

Mexico’s 2026 World Cup Stadiums Inspire Travel Adventures

Three host cities—Mexico City, Guadalajara, Monterrey—welcome World Cup 2026 fans with thrilling matches and vibrant...
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FIFA okays Uruguay World Cup base in Playa del Carmen
15
Jan

FIFA okays Uruguay World Cup base in Playa del Carmen

FIFA cleared Uruguay to use Fairmont Mayakoba in Playa del Carmen as its 2026 World...
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Aguascalientes Airbnb tax
12
Jan

CDMX hosts urge World Cup pause on short-term rental cap

Short-term rental hosts want Mexico City to temporarily lift its 50% occupancy cap during the...
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Mexico housing prices
09
Jan

Mexico housing prices rise as World Cup pressure builds

Home prices jumped up to 10% in a year, and World Cup projects plus tourism...
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cdmx eviction protest
15
Dec

Protests in Mexico City as Homeowners evict tenants to cash in on World Cup 2026 Airbnb rentals

About 50 protesters blocked Reforma, demanding an end to evictions and pushing a citizen initiative...
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Monterrey world cup 2026
11
Dec

Monterrey World Cup tourism collides with price spikes and toxic air

As Monterrey World Cup tourism ramps up, locals face toxic air, hotel price spikes and...
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