World Cup Opening Game: Protests and Fans Flood Mexico City
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Thousands of Mexican and South African fans are gathering at the Azteca stadium in Mexico City ahead of the World Cup’s opening match. The excitement, however, is shadowed by protests across the city. Teachers and families of people missing in the drug war are demonstrating. They aim to use the global spotlight to draw attention to their demands.