The Mexican National Team keeps the country on the edge of its seat. Since June 11, Javier Aguirre’s team has four victories in the 2026 World Cup. Each victory has increased the euphoria in the streets. However, last Tuesday, June 30, the celebrations left a tragic balance in the capital.
Four deaths from asphyxiation
More than a million people took to the streets of Mexico City to celebrate El Tri’s passage to the round of 16. In the midst of the crowd, four deaths were recorded due to asphyxiation. Authorities have not provided additional details about the victims.
After hearing the news, goalkeeper Guillermo Ochoa called on the fans.
“We already knew what happened the other day. I send my condolences to the families. Among Mexicans we must take care of ourselves and be aware. We know that soccer moves a lot and I hope tomorrow it can be repeated, but let us celebrate by taking care of ourselves, with joy, in peace, taking care of the streets and monuments. It is everyone’s responsibility,” he declared.
Ochoa asked that support not wane. Against England tomorrow, expect to see the same intensity at the Azteca Stadium and in Guadalajara.
“Ask people to continue as they are going because their drive can be felt on the field. That extra thing that motivates us. The people who are outside, those who gather to watch the game, everyone, but that we also take care of ourselves,” he emphasized.
The goalkeeper insisted that joy should not become risk. The fans respond, but collective security is at stake.
