Puebla has been confirmed as the host of the international friendly match between Peru and Spain, scheduled for June 8 at Estadio Cuauhtémoc. This match will serve as preparation days before the start of the 2026 World Cup. The governor of Puebla, Alejandro Armenta, headed the event presentation, highlighting that Puebla will be the host of two high-level matches, including the also friendly match between Mexico and Ghana on May 22. Rafael Louzán Abal, president of the Royal Spanish Football Federation, emphasized the significance of this match as the first commitment of the Spanish selection outside its territory before the World Cup. Jean Ferrari, representative of the Peruvian Football Federation, emphasized the symbolic value of the encounter, bringing together two nations with deep historical and cultural ties with Mexico. These matches will not only mark a key moment leading up to the 2026 World Cup, but also aim to project Puebla as a destination capable of hosting high-level events and strengthening its image in the global community. Estadio Cuauhtémoc will host two luxury matches just before the World Cup. The match between Mexico and Ghana will take place on May 22, while the match between Peru and Spain will take place on June 8. Both matches will be a great opportunity for Puebla to show its ability to host high-level sports events.