Mexico City is ramping up preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with a significant boost in investment for mobility, security, and infrastructure, according to Finance Minister Juan Pablo de Botton. Key highlights include:

Mobility & Infrastructure

• Mobility Budget: Increasing to nearly 7 billion pesos (~$348 million), up 186% from 2024, focusing on fan access to the Azteca Stadium.
• Subway Investment: Record allocation of 23 billion pesos, with an additional 600 million pesos for new security cameras.
• Public Works: A 12.5% increase to 13.5 billion pesos, including upgrades to the historic Tlalpan causeway and new “utopias” facilities.
• Transit Expansion: Plans include three new Cablebus lines and a separate bus line to improve urban connectivity.

World Cup Preparations

• Mexico City will host the tournament’s opening match at the Azteca Stadium, which is being renovated to expand seating to 87,000.

Social Spending & Municipal Support

• Social programs are the top priority, with 17 billion pesos allocated for subsidies and initiatives aimed at reducing inequality.
• Municipalities will receive their largest-ever budget allocation, up 8.8% to 291.5 billion pesos.

Sustainability & Water Management

• Sustainable Debt: Congress approved 3.5 billion pesos in sustainable debt for projects like new cable car lines to reduce emissions.
• Water Projects: 15 billion pesos will address water distribution, well rehabilitation, and leak repairs, tackling the city’s water scarcity challenges.

This comprehensive budget reflects the city’s focus on mobility, infrastructure, and social equity while preparing for one of the world’s largest sporting events.