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¡Fútbol! Soccer in Mexico

Host country Mexico played at the Azteca Stadium in Mexico City during the Round of 16 of the World Cup. Over the decades, spectators in the stands have witnessed many—sometimes legendary—matches from various men’s and women’s World Cups. Mexico’s first soccer club was founded in Pachuca in 1900. Just two years later, the country’s first official tournament was held, featuring five teams.

Soccer—More Than Just a Game

An exhibition at the IAI, featuring items from the…