Mexico is analyzing the closure of schools on June 5 to facilitate the organization of the 2026 World Cup / Parents criticize the government's plan

The Mexican government is analyzing the possibility of closing schools earlier, on June 5, to support the organization of the 2026 World Cup, which will take place between June 11 and July 19. This proposal, requested by the teachers' union and approved by the Ministry of Education, has sparked protests from parents, who are concerned about the financial and logistical difficulties related to supervising children during the extended vacation period.

Three of the 32 federal states have announced that they will maintain the initial school calendar, and local officials have criticized the national decision, considering that the matches will only take place in certain regions. President Claudia Sheinbaum has tried to calm the spirits, emphasizing that the early closure is just a proposal. Additionally, organizing the World Cup raises issues related to infrastructure and safety, in the context of recent violence in certain regions. Authorities have promised increased security measures to ensure the competition takes place in safe conditions.