Green, white, and red flags have sprung up in multiple neighbourhoods around the city. Holly green jerseys with traditional Aztec designs and patterns are worn as people drink and dine al fresco. “Viva Mexico!” is belted out on cycling trails, cars honk as they drive by with mini “El Tri” flags displayed, and the classic ballad “La Chona” is playing somewhere. Dale! The scenes, reminiscent of a tequila-filled Thursday afternoon in Mexico City, are actually on St. Hubert in Montreal. On the opening match day of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Mexico beat South Africa in a spirited game filled with red cards, golazos, and our Mexico-lovin’ Montrealers have started the cinq à sept a few hours in advance.
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