Mexico's national football team's historic World Cup victory led millions of people to celebrate in the capital, resulting in at least three deaths.
On Wednesday, 1 Jul 2026 GMT+7, Mexico's public health authorities reported two deaths from asphyxiation after massive crowds flooded Mexico City's streets to celebrate Mexico's 2-0 win over Ecuador, securing a place in the World Cup round of 16.
Officials stated that emergency medical teams attended to three unconscious individuals at different spots along Paseo de la Reforma before transporting them to hospitals. However, the patients—a 19-year-old female teenager, a 48-year-old woman, and a 44-year-old man—later died from asphyxiation.
Local authorities reported that over one million people took to the streets, mainly gathering around the Angel of Independence monument in central Mexico City, to celebrate the country's first advancement to the World Cup knockout stage since 1986, a 40-year gap.
Clara Brugada, mayor of Mexico City, issued a statement expressing deepest condolences to the families of the deceased and pledged full support.
Mayor Brugada also urged fans to “celebrate responsibly, with caution, and always show consideration for others.”
Mexico City's metropolitan area is home to over 20 million people, making it one of the most densely populated urban areas in the world.
Mexico's victory triggered wild celebrations at Estadio Azteca and throughout the capital, with fireworks continuing long after the final whistle.
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Source:bbc