FIFA World Cup 2026: Mexico President Sheinbaum congratulates Spain, hails tri-nation hosting
New Jersey, July 20
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo congratulated Spain on winning the FIFA World Cup 2026 title and hailed the tournament as a celebration of unity, saying the event demonstrated sport's unique ability to bring nations together.
In a post on X after the conclusion of the tournament, Sheinbaum praised Mexico's role as one of the three host nations alongside the United States and Canada, while also commending the Mexican national team's performances.
"The 2026 FIFA World Cup has come to an end. It was a grand celebration of joy, excitement, and unity among peoples, where sport once again demonstrated its power to bring nations together," Mexico President wrote on X.
She also congratulated Mexicans for successfully hosting the tournament and lauded the national team for representing the country with distinction.
"Congratulations to all Mexicans for making Mexico the best host and to our National Team for the outstanding role it played, raising high the name of our country with dedication, talent, and pride," she said.
The Mexican President also congratulated Spain on lifting their second FIFA World Cup trophy.
"Congratulations to Spain for deservedly winning the championship," she added.
Highlighting the collaboration between the three co-host nations, Sheinbaum said the successful staging of the tournament reflected the value of international cooperation.
"The three host countries--Canada, the United States, and Mexico--have shown that, when we work together, we are capable of turning great projects into reality and leaving a legacy of cooperation, friendship, and hope for the world," she said.
Spain defeated defending champions Argentina 1-0 after extra time in the FIFA World Cup 2026 final at MetLife Stadium, with substitute Ferran Torres scoring the decisive goal in the 106th minute to secure La Roja's second World Cup title.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Spain deserved it! After years of tiki-taka dominance, they've finally adapted and won again. That Ferran Torres goal was pure class. And Mexico proved they can host big events despite the narco-violence issues—respect for that. 🇪🇸🏆
As an Indian, I feel a bit jealous watching this. We have the passion for football in Bengal, Goa, and Kerala, but we don't have the system to nurture talent. The tri-nation hosting model worked because all three countries have strong infrastructure. We need to learn from their cooperation.
Mexico should be proud of their team. They reached the quarter-finals, which is their best ever in a World Cup hosted partly at home. And Sheinbaum's message about unity is timely—given the immigration tensions between US and Mexico, this tournament brought people together. ⚽️
Honestly, I wish India had been part of this tournament. We missed out by just a few points in qualifying. The fact that three nations can host shows that football doesn't need to be exclusive. But our AIFF needs major reforms before we can dream of participating again.
The Mexico President's words are so inspiring. "When we work together, we are capable of turning great projects into reality." India is hosting the G20 and soon the Olympics—we need that same spirit of cooperation across states and languages. This World Cup should be a lesson for us.
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