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Mexican president reviews 2026 World Cup preparations with FIFA's Infantino

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Handout picture released By Mexican Presidency shows Mexico's President Claudia Sheinbaum and FIFA President Gianni Infantino holding the FIFA world Cup trophy as they pose for pictures at the National Palace in Mexico City on August 28, 2025. [AFP]

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum met with FIFA chief Gianni Infantino on Thursday to discuss preparations for the 2026 football World Cup, which Mexico will co-host with the United States and Canada.

"I appreciate the visit of Gianni Infantino, FIFA President, to discuss the progress of the World Cup," the president said in a post on social media, adding photos with the FIFA President and the tournament trophy.

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