Mexico's blazing World Cup run is helping revive its mariachi tradition

NPR | By Eyder Peralta

Published July 5, 2026 at 6:04 AM MDT

Mexico's World Cup triumph rekindles its mariachi tradition, restoring the music to the heart of national celebration and cultural devotion.

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Eyder Peralta is NPR's East Africa correspondent based in Nairobi, Kenya.