by Jose Gaspard | May 14, 2026 | Mexican Holidays & Cultural Events
On June 11, 2026 at 1:00 PM, the Estadio Azteca will become the first stadium in history to host three World Cup opening matches (1970, 1986, and 2026). Mexico’s opponent: South Africa, the same team that opened the 2010 tournament. If you are in Mexico City...
by Jose Gaspard | May 14, 2026 | Mexican Holidays & Cultural Events
Updated: May 2026 · A day-by-day Mexico City itinerary built around World Cup 2026, designed by the Casa Goliana team in Roma Norte. This 7-day Mexico City itinerary is built around FIFA World Cup 2026, with Casa Goliana in Roma Norte as your base. It assumes you have...
by Jose Gaspard | May 14, 2026 | Roma Norte & Neighborhood Guide
Of the 104 matches in the 2026 World Cup, only 13 are played in Mexico and just 5 in Mexico City. The rest you will watch from bars, terraces, and restaurants. If you are staying at Casa Goliana, Roma Norte has an unbeatable density of venues. Here is our curated list...
by Jose Gaspard | May 14, 2026 | Roma Norte & Neighborhood Guide
Your World Cup ticket says Estadio Azteca (Estadio Banorte). You are staying at Casa Goliana in Roma Norte. The distance is roughly 18 km south, but match-day traffic can turn that into a logistical disaster if you do not plan. Here is the honest, tested guide to...
by Jose Gaspard | May 14, 2026 | Mexican Holidays & Cultural Events
The 2026 FIFA World Cup arrives in Mexico City with five matches confirmed at the Estadio Azteca (officially Estadio Banorte for this edition), including the historic opening match between Mexico and South Africa on June 11, 2026. After securing your tickets, the most...
