1986 World Cup Almost Cancelled After Mexico Earthquake

The Guardian reported after the disaster that Mexico faced serious doubts about hosting the World Cup finals following the earthquake that left 30,000 homeless and flattened much of the capital. Despite the catastrophe, Mexico ultimately hosted the tournament, which became one of the most memorable World Cups in history.

To this day, the exact death toll from the 1986 Mexico City earthquake remains disputed, with some estimates suggesting as many as 40,000 people may have perished in one of the worst natural disasters to strike the country. betsport.cv