Mexico hosts Futsal Down World Cup as Guatemala marks football anniversary

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In Mexico, the Mexican Down Syndrome Futsal National Team has officially been flagged off for the 2026 Futsal Down World Cup. The ceremony was led by Yucatán Governor Joaquín Díaz Mena and CONADE Deputy Director General Raúl Aguilar Coronado in Mérida. Mexico is hosting this historic tournament, which will run from September 13 to 20, featuring teams from nations such as Brazil, Argentina, Portugal, and Guatemala.

In Guatemala, football history is being marked by the 105th anniversary of the national team's first official match. Played on September 14, 1921, during the Central American Independence Centennial Athletic Games, the national team secured a 9-0 victory against Honduras. Additionally, in local league action, Guastatoya defeated Xelajú 2-1 in the Apertura 2026 tournament.