en.Wedoany.com Reported - Internet exchange operator DE-CIX has completed a route upgrade between Mexico and Dallas on the eve of the FIFA World Cup, in anticipation of connectivity demand from millions of expected fans.

This World Cup is jointly hosted by the United States, Mexico, and Canada, with FIFA expecting an on-site audience of 6.5 million people. The Dallas stadium will host nine matches, including four knockout games and a group stage match between England and Croatia. Mexico City, home to DE-CIX Mexico, will see host nation Mexico face South Africa in the opening match, a replay of the 2010 World Cup opener.

DE-CIX stated that "very strong demand" between the two locations drove the upgrade. Networks headquartered in Mexico are seeking to simplify access to international data routes. DE-CIX Mexico connects approximately 30 networks, and the operator reports that traffic has grown by over 400% since early 2026, with peaks nearing 300 gigabits per second. In addition to enhancing streaming capabilities, the upgrade will allow users on Mexican networks to remotely connect to cloud services at DE-CIX sites in Dallas, New York, and Frankfurt.

Omar Vega, National Sales Director of DE-CIX Mexico, stated that the upgrade creates a level playing field for Mexican internet service providers to deliver a seamless sports streaming experience. He added that seamless, low-latency, and resilient connectivity brings Mexico to the world stage and brings the world to Mexico.

This World Cup kicks off in Mexico on June 11, featuring a new expanded format with 48 teams for the first time. As fans prepare for the tournament, FIFA's implementation of dynamic pricing is causing growing alarm. The organization's official resale platform allows ticket holders to set their own premiums, leading to seat transactions priced thousands of dollars above face value, with FIFA taking a 15% commission on each transaction through the portal, further complicating the situation. Additionally, transportation costs to many U.S. stadiums have soared, and hotel prices remain high, pricing many fans out of attending, making the need for seamless live match streaming even more critical.

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