Mexico intends to deploy about 100,000 personnel to secure the World Cup
Yesterday, the Mexican authorities announced a broad security plan to secure the 2026 FIFA World Cup Finals, which requires the deployment of about 100,000 military personnel, police, and private security guards in the three cities hosting the tournament, which Mexico is organizing jointly with the United States of America and Canada. The head of the government coordination center in charge of securing the World Cup, General Roman Villalopatho Barrios, explained that the operation will include the deployment of 20,000 military personnel, including members of the National Guard, and 55,000 police personnel, in addition to thousands of members of private security companies, within the framework of the government plan. These measures aim to prevent potential threats and ensure the security of the millions of visitors expected to flock to the host cities, namely Mexico City, Guadalajara, and Monterrey, as well as the neighboring tourist areas. It is expected that Mexico will host 13 matches within the 2026 World Cup, including the opening match scheduled for next June 11 at the… "Azteca" In the capital, Mexico.
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