​Following the 2026 World Cup, Mexico aims to capitalize on the momentum generated by football’s marquee event to reinforce its position as a leader in hosting international tournaments. President Claudia Sheinbaum has indicated that the government will assess the economic and tourism impacts of the recent World Cup before determining whether to back the bid for the 2029 FIFA Club World Cup, a proposal formally promoted by the Mexican Football Federation.
With the upgrades completed for 2026, Mexico now boasts first-rate infrastructure that meets FIFA’s stringent requirements, including VAR technology, robust connectivity, and adequate hotel capacity. The venues preselected for the 2029 club world championship are as follows. First, Mexico City’s Estadio Azteca, with a capacity exceeding 80,000 spectators, is emerging as the clear frontrunner to host the grand final. Then there are BBVA Stadium in Monterrey and Akron Stadium in Guadalajara, both modern, high-quality venues that have proven their reliability and effectiveness during the World Cup and are well-positioned to host multiple matches in the tournament. Additionally, Universitario Stadium in Monterrey and Olímpico Universitario in Mexico City are being considered as viable alternatives; however, they would require minor operational adjustments to meet the event’s needs.
Even with a ready-made slate of venues, Mexico faces a challenging path to victory. Several other major footballing nations have already voiced strong interest in hosting the tournament. Brazil, Qatar, and the United States are among those expressing ambition, while a well-supported joint bid from Spain and Morocco is taking shape, further intensifying what is shaping up to be a highly competitive race ahead of FIFA’s final decision.
This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. The original version is available in Spanish here.