Mexico rushing stadium reopenREUTERSWorkers are hammering, cranes are swinging and seats are being bolted into place — but the clock is ticking. Mexico City’s famous Azteca stadium, reborn as Estadio Banorte, is in a frantic race to be ready for its grand reopening on Saturday. Banorte Stadium, formerly Azteca Stadium, in Mexico City is to host the FIFA World Cup opener between Mexico and South Africa on June 11. Workers at Banorte Stadium in Mexico City work to complete renovations to the stadium on Thursday before a game scheduled days away. Photo: BloombergIt would become the first stadium to host matches at three World Cups, having done so in 1970 and 1986.

Source: Taipei Times March 28, 2026 17:13 UTC