1986 World Cup Nearly Cancelled by Earthquake

The 1986 Mexico World Cup faced near cancellation when a powerful earthquake devastated Mexico City several months before the tournament was scheduled to begin. The disaster resulted in at least 5,000 deaths, 30,000 homeless, and widespread destruction of the capital city.

Despite the catastrophic event and ongoing doubts about Mexico's ability to host, the World Cup proceeded as planned. To this day, the exact death toll remains disputed, with some estimates suggesting the tragedy claimed as many as 40,000 lives. djcc.club