Registration to volunteer for the 2026 World Cup has opened.
Registration to volunteer for the 2026 World Cup has opened.
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La Jornada Newspaper, Tuesday, August 12, 2025, p. a12
Moscow. FIFA yesterday launched registration for the 2026 World Cup volunteer program, with locations in Canada, the United States, and Mexico, with approximately 65,000 volunteers expected to participate.
The tournament, which will be held in three countries for the first time, will bring together 48 teams in 16 host cities over six weeks.
"Approximately 65,000 people are expected to be part of the World Cup volunteer community, making it FIFA's largest volunteer program to date," the statement published on the world football governing body's website states.
Applicants do not require prior experience, but must be at least 18 years old at the time of application, have legal authorization to volunteer in the host country, and possess a good command of English. In Mexico, knowledge of Spanish will be especially valued, and proficiency in other languages will be an asset, "as FIFA seeks to build a diverse and inclusive international community."
The volunteers, considered by the organization to be the "heart, soul, and joy" of their tournaments, will work in 23 functional areas. Their work will include stadiums, training centers, airports, hotels, and other official and non-official venues.
“They have the opportunity to proudly showcase their city, experience the tournament from the inside, create unforgettable memories, and forge lifelong friendships,” said FIFA President Gianni Infantino.
More than one million people make up the global volunteer community, including Craig Collins, at the 1994 USA Cup and the 2025 Club World Cup in Atlanta, who became the one millionth volunteer in April.
“I'm ready to submit my application for 2026 and show the world the best of my community again,” he said.
"FIFA welcomes volunteers from all backgrounds with diverse experiences, backgrounds, and skills, with the aim of bringing diverse groups together around the greatest sport that unites the world," the statement said.
Interested candidates can apply at fifaworldcup.com/volunteers. Selected candidates will be invited to Volunteer Team Tryouts in October 2025, and training will take place in March 2026.
Cruz Azul defeats Atlético San Luis 2-1 and remains undefeated.
From the Editorial Staff
La Jornada Newspaper, Tuesday, August 12, 2025, p. a35
If Cruz Azul suffered a crushing defeat to the Seattle Sounders in the League Cup, Nicolás Larcamón's team appears unbeatable in Liga MX. The cement-based team continues its perfect run in the 2025 Apertura tournament, after beating Atlético San Luis 2-1 yesterday at the Alfonso Lastras Stadium.
The cement-based team, which was recently eliminated from the Leagues Cup group stage after being thrashed 7-0 in its match against the Seattle Sounders, shook off the thorn and demonstrated the offensive prowess that has made it a title contender.
Argentine Rodolfo Rotondi opened the scoring in the 52nd minute after receiving a through ball and firing a powerful low shot past goalkeeper Andrés Sánchez. Minutes later, striker Ángel Sepulveda sealed the match with a perfect penalty (57).
Near the end, the Potosí team got on the scoreboard with a goal from Román Torres, who finished with a subtle shot past Colombian goalkeeper Kevin Mier.
In another match, Toluca, the reigning Mexican soccer champion, maintained its strong run by defeating the Bravos 2-0 at the Benito Juárez Olympic Stadium.
Antonio Mohamed's team took the lead in the 34th minute thanks to an acrobatic finish from Portuguese player Paulinho. In the second half, Juan Pablo Domínguez sealed the final score in the 48th minute with a precise header despite a defensive lapse.
Toluca's victory confirmed the team's strong form, which has advanced to the Leagues Cup quarterfinals in first place, while in the local tournament they sit in third place with nine points.
At closing
Ramón Urías hits his first home run with the Astros
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La Jornada Newspaper, Tuesday, August 12, 2025, p. a35
Mexican Ramón Urías hit his first home run with the Houston Astros in his team's 7-6 victory over the Boston Red Sox. In another game, Rowdy Tellez also homered in the Texas Rangers' 7-6 victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks.
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