Roundtable Hosted by UCSD, Center for U.S.-Mexican Studies

The roundtable will focus on the transformative potential of the 2026 World Cup, emphasizing how it can serve as a catalyst for integration and collaboration among Mexico, the United States, and Canada, highlighting the importance of sports diplomacy, the conversation will explore how the World Cup offers a unique platform to foster cultural exchange, strengthen bilateral and trilateral relations, and promote unity across borders. The roundtable will also underscore how seamless transportation networks will be essential for facilitating the movement of fans, teams, and media across borders and the potential for further strengthening connectivity moving forward.