Official reaction
In a conference from the National Palace, President Claudia Sheinbaum congratulated the Mexican National Team for its victory and its passage to the round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup.
“Congratulations to the National Team because it was a great game, top notch… they gave everything on the field and with exceptional professionalism, and it is a source of pride for all Mexicans,” he declared.
After the victory, Sheinbaum called on fans to celebrate responsibly. This after three people were reported dead during the celebrations on Paseo de la Reforma.
“All fans… you must always be careful, celebrating responsibly is very important, but it is a very great joy that the people of Mexico have today,” he said.
The president also highlighted that the celebrations for the World Cup have been more visible in Mexico than in the United States or Canada, the other venues of the tournament. He affirmed that the Mexican people show fraternity both internally and externally.
“Really this is where the whole world has been enjoyed, received in a very special way,” he expressed.




