A reminder: the Azteca holds a special place in World Cup lore as the only venue at which both Pelé (1970) and Diego Maradona (1986) won the World Cup. Their qualification is downstream of the fact that host nations are guaranteed a place in the World Cup field. It also hosted the 2016 Copa América Centenario final and last summer’s Club World Cup final. Last year’s Club World Cup final featured J Balvin, Doja Cat, Tems, Coldplay and Emmanuel Kelly at half-time. Coldplay’s Chris Martin is said to be involved in the production for the World Cup final festivities.

Source: The Guardian April 01, 2026 21:33 UTC