Attack on Cuauhtémoc Blanco Ahead of Mexico‑England World Cup Match

Former Mexican star Cuauhtémoc Blanco, now a former governor, headed to the Mexico‑England World Cup 2026 round‑of‑16 clash at the Azteca Stadium. En route, a group of anti‑globalisation protesters smashed and vandalised his van.

The incident sparked a wave of social‑media coverage and prompted officials to tighten security. As the teams prepare, the atmosphere off the pitch remains tense.