Soccer thrives in diverse spaces across Mexico

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Last updated Jun 9, 2026

Soccer thrives in diverse spaces across Mexico
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In Monterrey, Mexico, amateur soccer matches are played in unconventional locations, from highway underpasses to the crater of the Teoca Volcano. Young players, like 14-year-old Humberto Guadalupe, aspire to professional careers while engaging in the community's shared passion for the sport. Local teams utilize unique environments, including traditional canals in Xochimilco, fostering social connections amidst challenges. The importance of these pitches extends beyond sport, with ecological considerations in UNESCO heritage sites. Photographer Raquel Cunha documented these matches, showcasing the vibrant soccer culture in varied landscapes across the region.

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  • Matches occur in unconventional locations like a volcano crater and underpasses.
  • Humberto Guadalupe, 14, dreams of becoming a professional player.
  • Local amateur teams play regularly, sharing a community spirit.
  • Ecological concerns arise from the development of pitches in heritage sites.
  • Photographer Raquel Cunha captured the diversity of soccer culture in Mexico.
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  • 10:44 AMYahoo SportsIn Mexico, soccer is played wherever space permits
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MONTERREY, Mexico, June 9 (Reuters) - Across World Cup co-host Mexico, soccer pitches are laid out wherever communities can find the space.

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