Mexico City Embraces World Cup Fever with Football-Inspired Art

Mexico City is transforming football into art as the capital is gripped by World Cup fever, showcasing the cultural impact of the upcoming tournament.

18 May, 17:54 — 18 May, 20:46

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Mexico City is preparing to host parts of the FIFA World Cup, a major international sporting event. This influx of attention and potential tourism is highlighting existing social and economic issues within the city, such as gentrification and housing affordability.

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cbcHigh81d ago

World Cup heats up gentrification battle in Mexico City

The looming FIFA World Cup is intensifying gentrification in Mexico City, where advocates say landlords are pushing tenants out to convert long-term homes into short-term rentals – hoping to make a quick buck from tourist demand.

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