International Blind Sports Federation (IBSA) Football Committee has announced Mexico as host of the IBSA Blind Football World Grand Prix.
The tournament will take place in the City of Puebla, it has been confirmed.
Eight teams are expected to compete at the competition, which is scheduled to take place from July 29 to August 8,
The IBSA Football Committee noted that blind football is growing at an “amazing speed” in North America, when confirming the host.
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The previous three editions of the IBSA Blind Football World Grand Prix were held in Japan.
Argentina won the Blind Football World Grand Prix title in Shinagawa in Japan last year.
Maximiliano Espinillo scored two goals in the final against Japan as Argentina finished the tournament with four wins and one draw.
Brazil are the reigning Paralympic champions, Argentina and Morocco won silver and bronze, respectively, at Tokyo 2020.
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The IBSA says to compete at the Blind Football World Grand Prix all countries must be IBSA members in good standing.
Countries have until May 15 to apply to compete in the event.
Entries will cost €350 (£290/$380) per person for the whole period.
Participants will arrive on July 29 and depart on August 8, it is planed.