Political Dissent and Economic Collapse at Mexico's 1986 World Cup

In 1986, on the heels of an economic crisis and an earthquake that severely disrupted Mexican infrastructure and civilian life, the country moved forward as hosts of the 13th FIFA World Cup, an event defined by the friction between celebration of a sport foundational to the Mexican identity and a period of intense regional strife. Our Copa is hosted by Merritt Mathias, Musa Okwonga, and Julio Ricardo Varela Produced by Emma Foley and executive produced by Carrie Tolles and Clarke Sondermann of TCB PR with support from Working Families Power and Mijente Support Committee. Brought to you and edited by Valor Media, featuring music by Pedazo De Carne Con Ojo and graphics by Caroline Spire For more information on how to organize around this year’s World Cup and to find an event near you, visit www.ourcopa.com Follow us on Instagram: @ourcopa26 @okwonga @julito77 @merrmerr9