Everybody protesting about everything down in Mexico
Mexico is set to host a few of the World Cup games, but things are in chaos in the failing narco-state.
Silvio Canto, Jr. | June 11, 2026 www.americanthinker.com
I’m not a soccer, or “fútbol” fan, but Mexico did a great job hosting the 1970 and 1986 World Cup. This year, Mexico is one of three North American countries hosting games.
As they tell me, Brazil’s Pelé put on quite an exhibition back in 1970. He was at his prime, and no one played better than him. Watch his magic goal. In 1986, Argentina’s Diego Maradona scored that magical (or controversial) goal. The net result is that visitors and the locals were thrilled with how Mexico handled the whole thing; a great host is the bottom line.
Let me add another personal note. In 1982, or during the Cup in Spain, I was living and working in Mexico City. The place was happy and loud around the games. In our office, everybody was watching the game. The restaurants were full of people eating and watching the games. It was a great atmosphere, even for someone like me who does not understand why they settle championships with penalty kicks.
That was then and this is 2026. Mexico City is one chaotic mess where everybody wants to protest about something. Let’s check this out:
Mexico will host matches at three venues, namely the iconic Estadio Azteca in Mexico City, Estadio Akron in Guadalajara, and Estadio BBVA in Monterrey, and a total of 13 matches throughout the tournament.
As Mexico is set to host the opening match of the FIFA World Cup 2026 against South Africa at Estadio Azteca, the country has been grappling with a massive labour protest, which is causing significant logistical disruptions, forcing the authorities to implement strict travel corridors and heightening security concerns for international fans arriving for the highly anticipated tournament opener.
The massive protests were organised by the National Coordinator of Education Workers (CNTE), which has long campaigned for the reversal of educational reforms they argue marginalise the public sector staff. The educators are staging widespread protests across the country, demanding an increase in their salaries, 100% hike in wages to combat inflation, and a complete overhaul of the current pension system.
The demonstrators strategically opted to protest just days before the marquee event to maximise their leverage, knowing that the influx of international media, global football fans, and high-profile dignitaries would force the Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo-led government to prioritise a swift resolution to the unrest.
To be fair, a lot of these protests are motivated by TV exposure. The demonstrators know that everybody has an iPhone or X account, and getting attention has never been easier. The protests go beyond labor issues. The population is angry about violence, the economy, corruption, etc. I have not heard of an anti-Trump protest, but that’s probably part of the show too. What would a left-wing protest be without bashing the U.S. president anyway?
How bad will it get? Time will tell, but the protestors were warned by local authorities that they can’t get close to the stadium. However, a Mexican friend told me that these protesters want fame and attention; they will probably get it, and make life miserable for the 90% that just want to enjoy the games.
Where is “la presidenta”? She won’t attend the games, or so we hear. By the way, Mexico will open the tournament against South Africa in the fabled Estadio Azteca where Brazil and Argentina won the aforementioned titles.
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