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With just months to go before the World Cup, Mexico is making headlines for the grip that criminal organisations still hold over parts of the country. The killing of drug lord El Mencho, during a special forces operation in late February, has sparked a surge of violence nationwide. But President Claudia Sheinbaum insists the necessary security measures will be in place to protect football fans and players.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has also expressed his confidence in Mexico‘s role as a host nation. Thirteen matches will be played in Guadalajara, Monterrey and Mexico City.
Our correspondents Laurence Cuvillier and Quentin Duval report.