Mexico City —
When millions of foreigners visit Mexico for the World Cup this summer, they will encounter much more than colorful soccer murals, towering statues of players and lively fan festivals.
In the country’s biggest tourist hotspots, visitors will see tighter security measures and heavier police presence meant to safeguard both fans and Mexico’s public image.
Nearly 100,000 security personnel will be deployed by the government to the country’s three host cities – Mexico City, Guadalajara and Monterrey – as well as other places hosting training centers and team base camps.
An army officer guards the entrance of the Caliente Stadium in Tijuana, Baja California state, Mexico, on May 29, 2026, where Iran has relocated its training camp ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Guillermo Arias/AFP/Getty Images
