"Approximately two hours southwest of World Cup host city Guadalajara, Mexican forces (with help from U.S. intelligence) took part in a special operation on Sunday in Jalisco that killed Oseguera Cervantes, one of the U.S. Department of State's most wanted fugitives. More than 70 people, primarily members of the Mexican National Guard and criminal suspects, were killed during the clashes between the two groups."
"With the backdrop of the major tournament that will be co-hosted by Mexico this summer, as well as a group of qualifiers in late March, questions have arisen over the safety of fans who are set to soon visit the country's tournament sites of Monterrey, Mexico City and Guadalajara."
"In front of a crowd of more than 30,000, and with no immediate reports of issues, the home side claimed a dominant 4-0 victory as they continued preparations for the World Cup. Nonetheless, after the recent violent scenes, apprehensions and questions remain."
On February 22, Mexican forces killed Cartel Jalisco Nueva Generación leader Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes in a special operation in Jalisco, resulting in over 70 deaths. In retaliation, cartel members torched vehicles, blockaded roads, and vandalized businesses across Mexico. The violence disrupted professional soccer, forcing postponements of Liga MX matches and women's top-flight games. With Mexico co-hosting the FIFA World Cup this summer and hosting qualifiers in late March, concerns emerged regarding fan safety at tournament sites in Monterrey, Mexico City, and Guadalajara. However, signs of order restoration appeared quickly, as Mexico successfully hosted Iceland in a friendly match with over 30,000 attendees and no reported incidents.
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