1986 World Cup Almost Cancelled After Mexico Earthquake

The 1986 Mexico World Cup faced an existential threat when a devastating earthquake hit Mexico City several months before the tournament was set to begin. The disaster killed at least 5,000 people (with some estimates as high as 40,000), left 30,000 homeless, and much of the capital city was flattened, raising serious doubts about Mexico's ability to host the finals. betsport24.es