Mexico City Sets World Record for Largest Soccer Class

0:00Here's more world news from March 16th Mexico City made history on Sunday by setting a world record for the largest soccer class ever 9,500 people packed into the Zocolos Square for group drills and exercises. This event kicked off preparations for Mexico hosting the World Cup opening match in June. The massive square turned into an open training area to spark interest in soccer across the city. Mexico's guided participants through kicks and routines to build community ties and promote fitness. Crowds cheered wildly when officials confirmed the achievement on site. The new mark easily topped the previous record of 1,038 people set in Seattle last June. It shows growing excitement as the tournament approaches. Mexico has a rich soccer legacy having hosted the World Cup in 1970 and 1986. Local say events like this ramp up the hype for what's next. Quick thanks to today's sponsor. See the description for more. Soley Pillow is a pillow with built-in headphones.

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