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Mexico's 1986 World Cup Crisis

Updated 2026-07-04 12:10 UTC 1 source Negative

The Guardian recounts the near-cancellation of the 1986 FIFA World Cup in Mexico due to a devastating earthquake that killed thousands and destroyed much of the capital.

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How the 1986 Mexico World Cup was almost cancelled after a devastating earthquake

Guardian reports after the disaster told of 5,000 deaths, much of the capital being razed, and doubts about Mexico hosting the finalsMexico last hosted the World Cup in <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/may/29/mexico-hope-a-month-of-isolation-can-rekindle-the-magic-of-

2026-07-04 11:40 UTC