A sneak peek inside Mexico’s iconic Azteca Stadium before World Cup kickoff
Mexico City's Azteca Stadium has completed extensive renovations ahead of the World Cup opening match. BBC journalist Will Grant was granted access to tour the renovated arena before the tournament begins. The stadium is set to host the first game of the competition on Thursday.
- ▪The iconic Azteca Stadium underwent major upgrades in preparation for the World Cup.
- ▪BBC's Will Grant was given an exclusive behind‑the‑scenes look at the venue before the opening match.
- ▪The stadium is located in Mexico City and will host the tournament's kickoff game on Thursday.
- ▪Renovations have modernized facilities while preserving the stadium's historic character.
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A sneak peek inside Mexico’s iconic Azteca Stadium before World Cup kickoffAfter years undergoing extensive renovations, Mexico City's iconic Azteca Stadium is ready to kick off the World Cup on Thursday.The BBC's Will Grant got access inside the massive arena ahead of the first game of the tournament.43 minutes agoMexico CityMexicoShareSaveHow Cuba is addressing its housing crisis with shipping containersBBC's Will Grant visited Barrio Toledo, where at least 700 containers are being repurposed into two-bedroom homes with kitchens, bathrooms and patios.Latin AmericaAnti-government demonstrators and police clash in BoliviaProtesters have been calling for the president to resign after weeks-long unrest.Latin AmericaHuge crowd attends free Shakira Copacabana beach concertShakira's appearance…
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