'We are expelling the poor': World Cup adds to Mexico City gentrification fears

FIFA World Cup turns up gentrification pressures in Mexico City, say experts

Experts say parts of Mexico City have faced increasing pressure from gentrification which gained momentum during the pandemic — as digital nomads flocked to the city — and this has accelerated as the FIFA World Cup looms in June.

Three rental units pulled off the rental market every 48 hours, says group

Jorge Barrera, Tania Miranda Perez · CBC News · Posted: May 15, 2026 4:00 AM EDT | Last Updated: 8 hours ago

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