Sheinbaum congratulates Spain on World Cup 2026 title, hails Mexico as best host

Following the conclusion of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo declared the tournament a "great celebration of joy, emotion, and unity among peoples." She asserted that sports once again proved their power to bring nations together.

In a message shared on social media, Sheinbaum congratulated Mexicans for hosting the championship, proclaiming Mexico as the "best host" of the tournament. She also commended the Mexican national team for its performance, stating they brought honor to the country with dedication, talent, and pride.

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Congratulations to all Mexicans for making Mexico the best host and to our National Team for the great role it played, bringing honor to our country with dedication, talent, and pride.

Sheinbaum extended congratulations to Spain, who were crowned champions of the 2026 World Cup on Sunday, acknowledging their deserved victory. She also highlighted the effective coordination among the three host countries, Canada, the United States, and Mexico, viewing their joint organization as a significant message of international cooperation.

"The three host countries, Canada, the United States, and Mexico, demonstrated that when we work together, we are capable of achieving great projects and leaving a legacy of cooperation, friendship, and hope for the world," she expressed. The president attended the World Cup final in the United States alongside U.S. President Donald Trump and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney.

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The three host countries, Canada, the United States, and Mexico, demonstrated that when we work together, we are capable of achieving great projects and leaving a legacy of cooperation, friendship, and hope for the world.