‘Robot Dogs’ to Lead First Response During 2026 World Cup

Authorities in Guadalupe, a city in the Monterrey metropolitan area, have unveiled four robot dogs that will help secure the BBVA Stadium during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. 

The venue is one of Mexico’s host sites and is scheduled to stage three group-stage matches and one knockout game. The machines form part of a newly created K9-X unit and will patrol areas in and around the stadium, supporting local law enforcement personnel during the tournament.

Officials say the robots are not armed.