Mexico makes history as the first country to host three FIFA World Cups

No country has ever hosted the FIFA World Cup three separate times. As the 2026 tournament kicks off, Mexico joins the United States and Canada as co-hosts. Correspondent Alasdair Baverstock looks at what this historic milestone means for the country and the beautiful game. #WorldCup2026#Mexico #FIFAWorldCup #WorldCupHistory #FIFA2026 #Footbal #Soccer #AmericasNow #features Watch CGTN LIVE on your computer, tablet or mobile https://www.cgtnnow.com/featured/events/cgtn-live-now-1 Subscribe to CGTN America on YouTube Follow CGTN America: X: @cgtnamerica Facebook: @cgtnamerica Instagram: @cgtnamerica TikTok: @cgtnamerica This material is distributed by MediaLinks TV, LLC on behalf of CCTV. Additional information is available at the Department of Justice, Washington, D.C.