1986 Mexico World Cup Nearly Cancelled by Earthquake

The 1986 FIFA World Cup in Mexico was nearly cancelled after a devastating earthquake struck Mexico City several months before the tournament was scheduled to begin. The disaster, one of the worst earthquakes in Mexico's history, left at least 5,000 people dead, 30,000 homeless, and much of the capital flattened. fish-roadgame.online

Despite the catastrophe, Mexico ultimately hosted the World Cup as planned, though the death toll remains disputed, with some estimates putting the number as high as 40,000. The tournament proceeded despite the immense challenges faced by the host nation.