Line 2 Metro closure disrupts access to Mexico City Stadium on 2026 World Cup opening day

Several stations on Metro Line 2 reported closures on June 11, despite Director Adrián Rubalcava assuring service would be ready for the 2026 World Cup start.

Motorcyclists offered rides from Metro Revolución to Allende station for 120 pesos to fill the service gap.

Videos shared on social media captured voices offering the alternative transport.

The Metro director had stated that Line 2 would be operational on Thursday, June 11.

Affected stations included Hidalgo, Bellas Artes, Zócalo, Pino Suárez, Allende and Chabacano.

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