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The criminal cartels cashing in on the World Cup - Today in Focus Loading summary Annie Kelly This is the Guardian. Today. The cartel's cashing in on the World cup. Paramount Promo Announcer Today. Infocus is supported by Paramount, the Agency. All episode streaming June 21st on Paramount. In the world of espionage, truth is a moving target, and every decision carries a dangerous consequence. This new mission explores what it means to live as a double agent. Twice the lies, twice the risk. The lines between ally and enemy blur like never before. And survival depends on trusting no one. Starring Michael Fassbender, Jeffrey Wright, Jodie Turner Smith and Richard Gere. Don't miss the Agency. All episode streaming June 21st on Paramount. Plus, Annie Kelly In just a few days time, football fans from across the world will celebrate the kickoff of the World Cup 2020, jointly hosted this time around by the U.S. canada and Mexico. The tournament will open in Mexico City, and then the world's biggest sporting event will go on to the city of Guadalajara. Leon Kraatz Guadalajara is not a new World cup city. It has a legendary World cup past. You know, in 1970 and again in 1986, the Wo…

World Cup: Mexico fans blast horns outside Ecuador hotel - Seattle Sports SEATTLE SPORTS PIT Mexico fans blast horns outside Ecuador’s hotel on eve of World Cup match Mexican soccer fans pulled out all the stops to give Ecuador a sleepless night ahead of their World Cup clash for the round of 32 late Tuesday at Mexico City stadium. BY CARLOS RODRIGUEZ, THE ASSOCIATED PRESS Jun 30, 2026, 10:02 AM 1 Follow on Google News A general view of play during the 2026 FIFA World Cup between Mexico and South Africa at Mexico City Stadium on June 11, 2026. (David Ramos/Getty Images) (David Ramos/Getty Images) MEXICO CITY (AP) — Mexican soccer fans pulled out all the stops to give Ecuador a sleepless night ahead of their World Cup clash for the round of 32 late Tuesday at Mexico City stadium. US riding wave of confidence into World Cup knockout rounds From midnight until the early hours of the morning, dozens of fans gathered outside the Westin Hotel in Santa Fe, an upscale area on the outskirts of the capital using loudspeakers, horns, and motorcycles to disturb the visiting team’s rest. ADVERTISEMENT Team hotel serenades are a deeply entrenched, highly polarizing tradition in Latin American s…

Mexico violence: What happened, FIFA's response and what it means for ... On Feb. 22, violence related tothe killing of Cartel Jalisco Nueva Generación leader Nemesio "El Mencho" Oseguera Cervantesbroke out across Mexico, leading to retaliation in the country that included torched vehicles, blockaded roads and vandalism. Amid the unrest that ensued after shootouts between the Mexican army and the cartel, professional soccer was impacted through postponed matches. In the men's top flight,Liga MX'sQuerétarovs.FC Juarezwas suspended, as was women's top-flight rivalry gameChivasvs.América. CouldFIFA World Cupgames follow? With the backdrop of the major tournament that will be co-hosted by Mexico this summer, as well as a group of qualifiers in late March, questions have arisen over the safety of fans who are set to soon visit the country's tournament sites of Monterrey, Mexico City and Guadalajara. Since Sunday, signs suggest that order is being restored and soccer is returning.Mexicohosted Iceland in a sold-out friendly at the Estadio Corregidora on Wednesday. In front of a crowd of more than 30,000, and with no immediate reports of issues, the home side claimeda dominant 4-0 vic…

Mexican fans blast horns outside Ecuador's hotel, fuelling a sleepless ... Loading article... Ecuador's Moises Caicedo celebrates at the end of the World Cup Group E football match against Germany in East Rutherford, N.J., near New York, Thursday, June 25, 2026. (AP Photo/Yuki Iwamura) Ecuador head coach Sebastian Beccacece reacts to the action on the pitch during the second half of a World Cup Group E football match against Germany in East Rutherford, N.J., near New York, Thursday, June 25, 2026. (AP Photo/Pamela Smith) MEXICO CITY (AP) — Mexican football fans did their best to give Ecuador a sleepless night ahead of their World Cup match in the round of 32 later Tuesday. From midnight until the early hours of the morning, dozens of fans gathered outside the Westin Hotel in Santa Fe, an upscale area on the outskirts of the capital, using loudspeakers, horns and motorcycles to disturb the visiting team’s rest. Team hotel serenades are a deeply entrenched, highly polarising tradition in Latin American football. While they began as a passionate way for fans to rally behind the home team, they have increasingly evolved into a psychological weapon designed to rob visiting players of a…

Think the World Cup is just about football? This podcast says otherwise Synopsis The World Cup is a global spectacle. However, criminal cartels are planning to profit from the upcoming tournament. A podcast explores this dark side, focusing on Mexico. It reveals how organised crime intersects with this massive sporting event. The investigation offers a grounded look at this collision. It is essential pre-match reading. Listen to this article in summarized format Listen Every four years, the World Cup brings us jaw-dropping goals and roaring stadiums. From its beginnings in Uruguay to the massive tournament kicking off across North America on June 11, it's a global mega-phenomenon. But behind the scenes, reality gets complicated. The Guardian's Today in Focus podcast dives into this dark side with The Criminal Cartels Cashing in on the World Cup. Focusing on co-host Mexico, the episode investigates how organised drug cartels plan to slice off a piece of that massive economic pie. Host Annie Kelly keeps things moving with immersive stadium audio, while guest and Mexican journalist Leon Krauze brings the heart. Krauze shares personal anecdotes about growing up with the game, beautifu…

The criminal cartels cashing in on the World Cup Notable Quotes "One bad incident could have major consequences for the World Cup and for Mexico." "The cartels may still 'tax' the environment around visitors through extortion and protection payments." Get episode summaries just like this for all your favourite podcasts in your inbox every day! Get More Insights Episode Summary In this episode, the conversation centers around the implications of the 2026 World Cup scheduled to take place in Mexico, particularly in Guadalajara, a city known for its rich football history yet now overshadowed by cartel violence. The Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG) is highlighted as the most prominent and militarized cartel, posing significant safety concerns. The podcast features an interview with journalist Leon Claset, who shares his personal experiences and unease regarding the event amidst the cartel's activities. As the tournament approaches, Mexico's government has announced a substantial security plan involving 100,000 security personnel, heightened military presence, and advanced surveillance. Claset expresses hope that violence will be avoided during this festive occasion; however, he no…

Mexican fans blast horns outside Ecuador's hotel, fueling a sleepless ... Ecuador head coach Sebastian Beccacece reacts to the action on the pitch during the second half of a World Cup Group E soccer match against Germany in East Rutherford, N.J., near New York, Thursday, June 25, 2026. (AP Photo/Pamela Smith) Ecuador’s Moises Caicedo celebrates at the end of the World Cup Group E soccer match against Germany in East Rutherford, N.J., near New York, Thursday, June 25, 2026. (AP Photo/Yuki Iwamura) MEXICO CITY (AP) — Mexican soccer fans did their best to giveEcuadora sleepless night ahead of theirWorld Cupmatch in the round of 32 later Tuesday. From midnight until the early hours of the morning, dozens of fans gathered outside the Westin Hotel in Santa Fe, an upscale area on the outskirts of the capital, using loudspeakers, horns and motorcycles to disturb the visiting team’s rest. Team hotel serenades are a deeply entrenched, highly polarizing tradition in Latin American soccer. While they began as a passionate way for fans to rally behind the home team, they have increasingly evolved into a psychological weapon designed to rob visiting players of a good night’s sleep. After …

Stadium violence in Mexico raises alarms ahead of 2026 World Cup Créditos: Cuartoscuro Por ARTURO JIMÉNEZ Escrito en LSR EN INGLÉS el 18/8/2025 · 21:20 hs Última actualización: 17/9/2025 · 21:45 hs Comparta este artículo With just 10 months to go before the 2026 FIFA World Cup , stadium violence in Mexico has once again drawn international concern. Over a single weekend, **three cities— Guadalajara , Monterrey , and Puebla —**experienced violent incidents involving football fans, including physical assaults and a deadly shooting. The fifth matchday of the L iga MX Apertura 2025 left a trail of injuries, viral footage, and growing anxiety about Mexico’s ability to guarantee safety as it prepares to co-host the global tournament alongside the United States and Canada . Guadalajara : Player’s brother injured in fan fight At Estadio Akron , one of the official World Cup venues, violence erupted following Chivas ’ 1–2 loss to Juárez FC. A fight among fans left several injured, including the brother of Juárez striker Ángel Zaldívar, whose broken nose was shared on social media by the player. In a public statement, Chivas confirmed that local police detained those involved, offered medic…

The criminal cartels cashing in on the World Cup – podcast <p>Football fans are celebrating the tournament coming to Guadalajara. But with a brutal crime syndicate holding sway there, what are the risks for fans – and the government?</p><p>Excitement is mounting in Mexico as the World Cup opens in Mexico City, then heads to the city of Guadalajara.</p><p>Mexican journalist <strong>Leon Krauze</strong> is a fan. He was there the last time the World Cup came to Mexico and will be watching again. The city of Guadalajara has a mythical footballing past: “Pele’s Brazil played there in 1970, then Zico and Socrates played there in 1986. There is a real football memory there, a love affair between Guadalajara and football in general, and I expect it to be a wonderful party.”</p> <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/news/audio/2026/jun/09/the-criminal-cartels-cashing-in-on-the-world-cup-podcast">Continue reading...</a>

World Cup hype collides with the reality of cartel violence in ... - WLRN Americas World Cup hype collides with the reality of cartel violence in the Mexican state of Jalisco WLRN Public Media | By Fabiola Sánchez | Associated Press Published November 3, 2025 at 10:06 AM EST Threads Facebook Twitter Pinterest Bluesky LinkedIn Email Eduardo Verdugo / AP A police officer stands guard outside Akron Stadium prior to a friendly match between Mexico and Ecuador in Guadalajara, Mexico, Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2025. (AP Photo/Eduardo Verdugo) GUADALAJARA, Mexico — Fans flocking to a soccer match in Zapopan chanted "Mexico! Mexico!" while walking past dozens of police officers, bomb-sniffing dogs, metal detectors and drone jammers — as authorities fine-tuned security ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. A few miles away, south of Guadalajara, a different sort of deployment was underway: National Guard troops stood sentry as volunteers dug up the small patio of an abandoned house looking for some of Mexico's 134,000 disappeared. It's a jarring contrast especially present in Jalisco, where 48,000-seat soccer stadiums and fan zones — like the site of the Oct. 14 friendly match bet…

Mexican fans blast horns outside Ecuador's hotel, fueling a sleepless ... Ecuador head coach Sebastian Beccacece reacts to the action on the pitch during the second half of a World Cup Group E soccer match against Germany in East Rutherford, N.J., near New York, Thursday, June 25, 2026. Pamela Smith/AP Photo/Pamela Smith Ecuador's Moises Caicedo celebrates at the end of the World Cup Group E soccer match against Germany in East Rutherford, N.J., near New York, Thursday, June 25, 2026. Yuki Iwamura/AP Photo/Yuki Iwamura MEXICO CITY (AP) — Mexican soccer fans did their best to give Ecuador a sleepless night ahead of their World Cup match in the round of 32 later Tuesday. From midnight until the early hours of the morning, dozens of fans gathered outside the Westin Hotel in Santa Fe, an upscale area on the outskirts of the capital, using loudspeakers, horns and motorcycles to disturb the visiting team’s rest. Advertisement Article continues below this ad Team hotel serenades are a deeply entrenched, highly polarizing tradition in Latin American soccer. While they began as a passionate way for fans to rally behind the home team, they have increasingly evolved into a psychological weap…

Cartel violence and Mexico's World Cup moment | SBS News FIFA World Cup 2026™ A global spectacle, a local crisis: Cartel violence and Mexico's World Cup moment Cartel violence has swept through parts of Mexico in recent days, raising questions over the country's ability to host football's biggest tournament. FIFA boss Gianni Infantino has said that "things happen" but that he has "total confidence" in the games in his first comments following the violence in Mexico. In Brief The FIFA boss does not anticipate the violence seen in recent days will affect the games. A cartel member has warned of further violence while tourists say Mexico is "like a war zone". FIFA boss Gianni Infantino has said he has "total confidence" in Mexico's ability to host FIFA World Cup 2026 matches in July despite the violence that has gripped the country in recent days. Gunmen suspected to be the supporters of the cartel leader Nemesio Oseguera blocked major roads across several states, setting cars and businesses alight in the hours after he was killed in a military operation on Sunday morning . The raid sparked a wave of "revenge attacks" across the country that is just four months from welcoming million…

Mexico Fans Engage In Massive World Cup Brawl - Total Pro Sports Mexican fans fighting (Photos via Twitter) Mexico Fans Erupt During Wild Brawl Involving Dozens Of Men & Women At World Cup Watch Party [VIDEO] June 22, 2026, 2:13pm EST 862 • By Darrelle Lincoln Mexico fans engage in a massive brawl at World Cup. A viral video shows Mexico fans fighting each other during a 2026 World Cup event. Football tournaments are designed to unite global communities, but intense rivalries can sometimes boil over into physical confrontations. A viral video circulating rapidly across social media platforms has exposed a violent altercation among the same fan base. Unfortunately, this is just one of many times World Cup fans have been caught fighting. 🚨 FREE $500 GIFT CARD 🚨 Climb the leaderboard at 84-0.com. Finish #1. Win big. 👇 Chaotic Brawl Involving Mexico Fans Triggers Outrage June 18, 2026; Guadalajara, Mexico; Mexico fans celebrate after the match. Mandatory Credit: Paul Childs-Reuters via Imagn Images Mexico fans created unwanted headlines during a recent World Cup event. A viral video captured a chaotic physical confrontation among supporters of the Mexican national team. The clip quic…

Mexico's Big Match Night Hits Baja - Gringo Gazette North Mexico has a date with Ecuador today, Tuesday, June 30 , and Baja is invited to the party. The Mexican national team faces Ecuador today in the Round of 32 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, turning what would normally be an ordinary weekday evening into a full-blown fútbol holiday for bars, restaurants, families, tourists and anyone who suddenly remembers they own a green jersey. The match kicks off at 6:00 p.m. Baja California time , which is 7:00 p.m. in Mexico City, at Mexico City Stadium, also known to many fans as Estadio Azteca. The game is being broadcast in Mexico on Canal 5, Canal 7, TUDN and ViX, according to national coverage of the match schedule. If the game is tied after regulation, it goes to extra time and, if needed, penalties. In other words, plan dinner accordingly. This may not be a quick taco stop. Mexico arrives with momentum and pressure. El Tri won all three of its group-stage matches, beating South Africa 2-0, South Korea 1-0 and Czechia 3-0, while not allowing a single goal. That is the kind of tournament start that gets people dreaming, especially in a country still haunted by the famous “fifth game,” t…

Mexico's World Cup joy muted in regions gripped by cartel violence FILE – Soccer fans get revved up at a watch party for the World Cup match between Mexico and Czechia on Reforma Ave., near the Angel of Independence monument in Mexico City, June 24, 2026. (AP Photo/Marco Ugarte, File) By Associated Press PUBLISHED: June 26, 2026 at 9:20 AM PDT | UPDATED: June 26, 2026 at 11:10 AM PDT Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... By MARÍA VERZA and AARÓN IBARRA, Associated Press CULIACAN, Mexico — Much of Mexico has been celebrating the World Cup with joyful outdoor gatherings, filling streets, plazas and fan zones in the country’s three host cities — Mexico City, Guadalajara and Monterrey — since the tournament kickoff on June 11. But in parts of the country plagued by cartel violence, the event is experienced differently: with fear. In villages and towns across Mexico where shootings are a near-daily occurrence, the cheers are mostly confined indoors. There, real-life concerns outrank the excitement around a World Cup in which Mexico has reached the knockout stage. FOLLOW OUR FULL COVERAGE OF THE 2026 WORLD CUP “I really like football, but … we’re nervous,” a lime grower from Michoa…