Mexican city set to host 2026 World Cup games erupts in violence after army kills the leader of a powerful drug cartel.

BBC Sport explores the unfolding security situation in Mexico and the potential impact on this summer's World Cup.

GUADALAJARA: The city of Guadalajara erupted with cartel violence this past weekend, alongside other parts of Mexico, after an army raid left a notorious drug lord dead. Now,…

Mexican city set to host 2026 World Cup games erupts in violence after army kills the leader of a powerful drug cartel.

GUADALAJARA, Mexico: Hugo Alejandro Perez was in his house a few miles from the Mexican stadium that is slated to host FIFA World Cup games when gunfire and explosions erupted…

Gunfire and explosions erupted just metres from Hugo Alejandro Pérez’s home in Guadalajara, a city poised to host FIFA World Cup matches, solidifying his deep scepticism about its…