Overview
- AFA president Claudio Tapia confirmed a signed agreement with Buenos Aires province to operate and rename the Ciudad de La Plata as Diego Armando Maradona – Tricampeones del Mundo, designating it the home for Argentina’s national teams from March 2026.
- The AFA assembly ratified shifting the federation’s legal domicile to the Province of Buenos Aires, moving it out of oversight by the national Inspección General de Justicia.
- Tapia floated the stadium as a potential 2030 World Cup site only if FIFA approves an expansion to allow a full group stage in Argentina, a scenario that remains uncertain.
- Guadalajara’s organizing committee unveiled new World Cup ambassadors—Fernando Quirarte, Carlos Salcido, Ramón Morales and retired Olympic diver Alejandra Orozco—and reiterated that the city will host four group matches, including Mexico’s game on June 18.
- Jalisco officials touted security and cultural plans, noting major intelligence investment and a large FIFA Fan Fest, while Salcido urged fans to keep celebrations peaceful following recent off‑stadium violence reports.