Overview
- World Aquatics scrapped next week’s diving World Cup leg in Zapopan, citing embassy travel restrictions and safety assessments tied to recent unrest.
- FIFA president Gianni Infantino said he is very confident Mexico will guarantee safe World Cup matches, calling preparations on track four months out.
- Mexico has deployed about 10,000 soldiers after the death of CJNG leader Nemesio Oseguera triggered coordinated attacks across roughly 20 states.
- Guadalajara, a World Cup host city, saw roadblocks, arson and temporary airport disruptions, while Honda paused operations there as a precaution.
- The Portuguese federation said it is continually evaluating conditions for a late‑March friendly in Mexico, with player and fan safety the priority.