President Claudia Sheinbaum issued a decree suspending all public and private school classes in Mexico City this Thursday. Federal employees must work from home to clear the streets for the World Cup opening ceremony. These measures aim to reduce traffic and ensure road safety for residents and tourists visiting the capital.

Mexico hosts South Africa in the tournament opener at the Azteca Stadium on June 11. Sheinbaum wants to avoid congestion and logistical problems during the event. While government workers have a direct mandate, the president also urged the private sector to allow remote work for any non-essential activities to help the effort.

Closing schools and offices on a weekday shows the scale of the event's impact on the city. Officials believe these restrictions are necessary to maintain accessibility for the thousands of fans attending the match. The decree applies only to the first day of the tournament to prevent total gridlock during the opening match.