Mexico City has set a new Guinness World Record after hosting the largest football training session ever recorded, drawing thousands of participants to the historic Zócalo square in the heart of the Mexican capital.

The record-breaking event took place on March 15, 2026, when 9,500 people gathered in the iconic plaza to take part in a coordinated football training class led by professional instructors. Participants performed drills, passed balls, and practiced basic football skills together in what became a massive open-air sports lesson.

Officials from Guinness World Records confirmed that the event surpassed the previous record set in Seattle in 2025, where 1,038 participants joined a similar football training class. The announcement was met with cheers and celebration from the crowd, many of whom wore Mexico’s national colors while waving footballs and flags.

The initiative formed part of the “Social World Cup” campaign, aimed at promoting peace, unity, and community through sport. Families, children, former football players, and local coaches all took part, turning the city’s central square into a giant football field for about 40 minutes of synchronized training exercises.

Mexico City Mayor Clara Brugada praised the achievement, saying the record demonstrates the power of football to bring people together. She described the sport as a universal language capable of uniting communities and inspiring young people.

The record also builds excitement ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which Mexico will co-host with the United States and Canada.

The opening match of the tournament is scheduled to take place at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City, making the record-breaking event a symbolic kickoff to the global football celebration.

For many participants, the event was more than just a record attempt—it was a moment of pride and unity for the country, showing the world Mexico’s deep passion for football and its readiness to host one of the biggest sporting events on the planet.