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Violence erupted outside the 2026 World Cup opening ceremony in Mexico City on Thursday as anti-government protesters clashed with riot police outside Estadio Azteca.<\/p>\n

As fans and FIFA executives watched the festivities, heavily armed officers outside struggled to keep a growing crowd of protesters under control. The clashes unfolded while pop star Shakira<\/a> performed during the opening ceremony inside the stadium.<\/p>\n

The situation escalated into a physical confrontation.<\/p>\n

Protesters hurled objects at security forces, prompting riot police to deploy batons and shields.<\/p>\n

PROTESTERS ATTACK POLICE, BREACH BARRIER AT MEXICO’S NATIONAL PALACE DURING RALLY AGAINST CARTEL VIOLENCE<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

Amid the chaos and crowd surge, a man reportedly suffered a heart attack. Emergency medical personnel faced delays navigating through the unrest to reach the victim.<\/p>\n

The opening-day violence immediately raised questions about security for the monthlong tournament<\/a>, which the United States, Canada and Mexico are co-hosting.<\/p>\n

The protest stems from frustration over several issues facing Mexico. Demonstrators raised concerns about cartel violence and poverty.<\/p>\n

Protesters took to the streets to demand government accountability for “the disappeared,” referring to the roughly 130,000 people reported missing across the country.<\/p>\n

SOCCER MATCHES POSTPONED AFTER MEXICO KILLS CARTEL LEADER \u2018EL MENCHO\u2019 NEAR WORLD CUP HOST<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

Many residents view the billions of dollars spent on hosting the World Cup as money that should have been directed toward problems at home.<\/p>\n

With tens of thousands of fans expected to attend matches<\/a> throughout the competition, the unrest outside the primary venue is likely to increase scrutiny of security preparations for upcoming matches.<\/p>\n

Neither FIFA nor local organizing officials had released a statement regarding the extent of any injuries or possible arrests as of Thursday evening.<\/p>\n

However, the clashes outside the stadium on opening day are likely to keep security concerns in the spotlight as the tournament continues.<\/p>\n

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