France defeats Paraguay and advances to the quarterfinals of the 2026 World Cup

Talent and discipline on two courts

Gilberto Mora has become one of the most relevant figures of the Mexican National Team during the 2026 World Cup. At only 17 years old, his performance on the field positions him as one of the greatest promises in national football.

The Xolos de Tijuana midfielder draws the attention of international clubs. He is preparing to make the leap to Europe once he comes of age.

But outside the spotlight, Mora leads a life similar to that of any teenager. His family prioritizes him continuing his academic training while developing his sports career.

He is currently in high school at the Cuauhtémoc Hank German School in Tijuana. After training led by Sebastián Abreu, he attends classes to stay up to date.

The footballer himself has mentioned that he dedicates about three hours a day to his studies. Adjust schedules when traveling for concentrations with your club or the Mexican National Team.

Mora receives classes in three languages, which expands his tools on and off the court. His educational commitment has been recognized by the institution, which on several occasions has publicly congratulated his sporting achievements.

Recommendations for fans

The Mexican embassy in the United Kingdom asked compatriots to enjoy the match safely and with respect. Through a message on X, the legation shared a series of practical tips.

The instructions include: celebrate with respect for all fans, avoid arguments or provocations related to the match. If the atmosphere becomes tense, leave the area and prioritize personal safety. They also recommend planning your return home in advance, since the game will end in the early morning.

In the event of an emergency that requires immediate attention, they indicated calling 999. In addition, they suggest following the recommendations of the competent authorities such as @metpoliceuk. For consular assistance in an emergency, the embassy has enabled the telephone number +44 7516 421725.

On Sunday, the Mexican and English teams will face each other for a place in the quarterfinals of the World Cup at the Mexico City Stadium, considered a strength for El Tri. Mexico arrives immersed in a wave of euphoria after stringing together four victories without conceding a goal, with the unique opportunity to reach the quarterfinals for the first time in four decades.

Official balance of the earthquakes in Venezuela

Ten days after the devastating earthquakes of June 24, the death toll reaches 2,954 and the injured total 16,592, according to a report from the Venezuelan authorities.

The seismic doublet – considered the most powerful in the last century in the country – has generated 942 aftershocks. So far, 190 structures have collapsed and 16,309 people have lost their homes, according to the official balance sheet.

The government reported that 6,462 people have been rescued. Although the passage of time reduces the chances of finding survivors, hope persists.

International response

More than 3,200 rescuers from various nations, along with their trained canine teams, arrived to support the search efforts. On Saturday, the acting president Delcy Rodríguez decorated several of them.

“The Venezuelan people will never forget the friendly hand that came to assist, that came to console, that came to accompany,” said Rodríguez during the farewell ceremony for the teams from the United Kingdom, Qatar, France, India, Barbados, Brazil and Argentina, prior to receiving the Heroes of Venezuela Medal.

According to the government, more than 140 nations contributed humanitarian aid or rescue teams.

The Venezuelan people “live in deep mourning,” but “there is still hope among relatives of finding people alive,” added the president in charge.