"Recently, the killing of Nemesio 'El Mencho' Oseguera Cervantes, leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG), by Mexican Armed Forces, has sparked violent reprisals from cartel members in the Guadalajara region, which is slated to host four games."
"Estadio Akron in the affected Guadalajara area, is one of two host venues for FIFA's inter-confederation play-offs, which take place next month and serve as a final qualification round for six countries from five different footballing confederations."
"According to a report by The Athletic, FIFA chiefs and tournament organisers have grown increasingly worried about events in Mexico. Flight cancellations have impacted Guadalajara and Puerto Vallarta airports."
Following the killing of Jalisco New Generation Cartel leader Nemesio 'El Mencho' Oseguera Cervantes by Mexican Armed Forces, violent reprisals erupted in the Guadalajara region. This violence poses significant concerns for the FIFA World Cup inter-confederation play-offs scheduled to occur at Estadio Akron in Guadalajara next month. Road blockades and vehicle burnings have been reported across multiple areas. Six nations—Iraq, Bolivia, Jamaica, New Caledonia, DR Congo, and Suriname—compete in knockout-style matches for remaining World Cup spots. FIFA officials and tournament organizers have expressed growing concern about the security situation. Flight cancellations at Guadalajara and Puerto Vallarta airports further complicate preparations for the competition.
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