Alarming signal ahead of the World Cup. Opening stadium begins to crumble after reconstruction
Jan Novak
Dailysports's expert
Just months before the World Cup kicks off, organizers are facing an unwelcome problem. The Estadio Azteca, set to host the tournament's opening match and several other World Cup fixtures, has found itself at the center of alarming reports regarding the stadium's condition.
Shortly after renovation work was completed, the first warning signs emerged. According to The Sun, during a Liga MX clash between Club América and Pumas UNAM, an unsettling incident occurred: chunks of concrete began falling onto the fans.
Despite the incident, initial inspections did not reveal any immediate safety hazards. However, experts have pointed to another concern: the stadium is gradually sinking.
The cause may lie in the area's unique geology. Mexico City is built on the site of a former dried-up lake, and the constant weight on the soil has led to gradual subsidence over time. The city is considered one of the fastest-sinking metropolises in the world.
Stadium representatives have yet to issue detailed comments, but World Cup organizers assure that all work will be completed on schedule and the arena will be fully ready for the tournament's start.
As a reminder, the legendary stadium reopened its doors this spring following a massive reconstruction. The symbolic return of the venue was marked by a friendly match between the national teams of Mexico and Portugal, which ended in a goalless draw.
