Mexico City Metro Line 2 trains get World Cup makeover amid passenger delays

As Mexico City gears up for the 2026 World Cup, Line 2 of the Metro system has introduced a vibrant new look for its trains. At least four convoys now feature a striking design of Quetzalcoatl, the feathered serpent, accompanied by the slogan "La Pelota Vuelve a Casa" (The Ball Returns Home) and the Government of Mexico City's logo.

The exterior of the white trains is adorned with illustrations of Quetzalcoatl in green, orange, and pink hues. The visual transformation extends to the interior, where thematic circular graphics have been applied to the floors, and seats have been updated with yellow backrests, giving the wagons a refreshed appearance. This initiative aims to build excitement for the major international football tournament.

However, the aesthetic upgrades are overshadowed by ongoing disruptions for passengers. Users of Line 2 continue to face significant delays and overcrowding due to rehabilitation work on the route. During a recent inspection, waits of up to 20 minutes were recorded for a train at the Xola station heading towards Tasqueña, with trains moving slowly between stations.

The situation has led to frustration among commuters. One passenger expressed anger over the slow service, stating, "Look at all this mess and they are not hurrying up, the Metro is full and it's not moving. I have to go to work and because of this I'm late and lose a day... Right now, why don't they speed it up? The Metro is already full to the brim and they are stopped."

Line 2 is currently operating on two circuits: Tasqueña-Xola and Pino Suárez-Cuatro Caminos, with free RTP bus services bridging the gap between Xola and Pino Suárez. Several stations, including Portales, Nativitas, Viaducto, Chabacano, San Antonio Abad, and Zócalo, remain closed and are expected to reopen on June 4.

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Look at all this mess and they are not hurrying up, the Metro is full and it's not moving. I have to go to work and because of this I'm late and lose a day... Right now, why don't they speed it up? The Metro is already full to the brim and they are stopped.