Neighbors from Tlalpan and anti-World Cup groups plan to block Calzada de Tlalpan on Saturday, March 28, ahead of the Mexico vs. Portugal friendly at Estadio Banorte. The protest opposes the urban impacts of 2026 World Cup preparations, including rent hikes and gentrification. Authorities announced road closures starting at 1 p.m.
The Asamblea Vecinal contra las Mega Construcciones, Tlalpan Coyoacán, announced on social media the blockade of Calzada de Tlalpan starting at noon under the bridge near the stadium. They planned a 'mega reta' soccer game, autogestive market, and other activities against the FIFA 2026 World Cup.
The groups report impacts in areas like Santa Úrsula Coapa, including rent price increases, turistification, gentrification, and water shortages due to construction works. They have shared videos of prior 'retas anti-FIFA' and called for a total boycott of the event, timed with Estadio Banorte's inauguration.
Mexico City authorities outlined a traffic operation from 1 p.m. to 11 p.m., closing Calzada de Tlalpan, Avenida Santa Úrsula, Anillo Periférico, Avenida del Imán, and Gran Sur. Pedestrian access limited to ticket holders or local residents; private vehicles banned near the stadium.
Alternatives include División del Norte, Miramontes, or Circuito Interior, with recommendations for public transport, bikes, or rideshares, as no parking will be available.
The match kicks off at 7 p.m. central Mexico time, broadcast on TV Azteca (Channel 7) and Televisa (Channel 5). It acts as a test run for the 2026 World Cup.
