Soccer matches postponed amid violence after army kills Mexican cartel leader ‘El Mencho’ - AP News
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February 23, 2026
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The Mexican army's targeted killing of 'El Mencho,' the leader of the CJNG cartel, has sparked widespread violence, leading authorities to postpone several soccer matches as a safety precaution. This decision reflects the escalating tensions between cartels and government forces, with the resulting chaos disrupting public life. The postponements underscore the broader impact of organized
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Originally published on AP News on 2/23/2026