The High Performance Center, awarded for its excellence and cutting-edge technology at the 2026 World Cup

The High-Performance Center has been awarded the 'Most Outstanding Football Field' Prize for its innovative Hybrid Pitch by the Mexican Football Federation (FMF), acknowledged by Gianni Infantino, FIFA President, as a global reference in sports infrastructure.

Alvaro Cifuentes | Sat, 05/02/2026 - 03:29
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The High Performance Center, awarded for its excellence and cutting-edge technology at the 2026 World Cup.
The High Performance Center, awarded for its excellence and cutting-edge technology at the 2026 World Cup.

The recognition of the High-Performance Center comes for its outstanding Hybrid Field, built to the highest international standards for the 2026 World Cup. This achievement was celebrated at the Forward Awards, Americas Edition, during the FIFA Congress in Vancouver, Canada.

Million-dollar investment in sports infrastructure

The restructuring of the CAR included the construction of a hotel, new suites, a fully equipped gym, pool, renovated locker rooms, offices, and an auditorium. The investment of 390 million pesos allowed the expansion of the construction area to 19,500 square meters, with state-of-the-art technology on its hybrid field.

Additional recognitions in Mexican soccer

Furthermore, the Akron Stadium in Guadalajara received the FIFA Quality PRO certification, establishing itself as an elite venue for the 2026 World Cup. The renewal of its turf and improvements in its facilities were also highlighted by Gianni Infantino.

Future vision for Mexican soccer

The positive evaluation of sports infrastructure in Mexico by FIFA reflects the commitment to forge the next generations of national team players in top-notch facilities, ready to compete at a global level.

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