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Mexico City Blazes with Stunning World Cup 2026 Opening

Mexico kicked off the 48-team 2026 World Cup with a dazzling opening ceremony at the Azteca Stadium, featuring Shakira, Burna Boy and J Balvin before over 80,000 fans. But outside the venue, protests erupted over the tournament’s cost and security crackdowns.