On July 2, 2026, federal deputy Rosario Orozco Caballero, widow of former Puebla governor Miguel Barbosa Huerta, publicly addressed the controversy surrounding her daughter’s attendance at the Japan vs. Tunisia match during the 2026 World Cup in Monterrey.

Social media users raised eyebrows after images circulated showing her daughter in a Hospitality zone—an area where tickets typically fetch around 70,000 pesos. Orozco clarified that her daughter paid only 6,500 pesos for the ticket but did not specify how this discounted price was obtained or if it was part of a special promotion.

This defense comes amid President Claudia Sheinbaum’s firm stance on austerity, emphasizing that tickets allocated to the Mexican government for the World Cup should be distributed to children, youth, and seniors through public programs and contests—not government officials. Orozco pointed out that her daughter is not a Morena party member, only a voter, to distance the case from political favoritism.

The situation has reignited questions about transparency and access to premium World Cup tickets, especially after images surfaced of relatives of Morena-affiliated figures occupying preferential stadium zones. So far, no official documentation has been released to clarify the ticket’s acquisition conditions or whether it was part of a government-supported initiative.

While the debate unfolds, it’s worth noting the broader context of public transport and infrastructure improvements in Puebla, such as the upcoming cable car system, which aims to enhance accessibility and social inclusion—an example of how public resources can be directed toward equitable benefits rather than exclusive privileges.