World Cup kicks off in Mexico with Shakira, dancing, and protests
12-06-2026 01:41 via bbc.com

World Cup kicks off in Mexico with Shakira, dancing, and protests

There was a star-studded opening ceremony, and some sporadic clashes between police and protesters around the Azteca stadium.
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