France, March 31 -- Fifa president Gianni Infantino expressed confidence that Mexico will deliver a successful World Cup, saying organisers had carefully reviewed preparations for the tournament.

After meeting Infantino at the Palacio Nacional in Mexico City, Mexico's president Claudia Sheinbaum echoed that optimism. "We have been evaluating everything for the upcoming World Cup," she said. "Everything is going to be wonderful."

The 23rd edition of the tournament - and the first to feature 48 teams - will kick off on 11 June at the Azteca Stadium in Mexico City, where Mexico will face South Africa in the opening match.

In Mexico, matches will also be held at Estadio BBVA in Monterrey and Estadio Akron in Guadalajara, while additional g...