Four Die in Mexico City Victory Celebrations After World Cup Win

Four people died during massive celebrations in Mexico City following the Mexican national soccer team's victory over Ecuador, which secured their place in the World Cup round of 16. According to city health authorities, three of the victims, a 19-year-old woman, a 48-year-old woman, and a 44-year-old man, were found unconscious near the Angel of Independence monument, the main celebration site. Their deaths were attributed to suffocation caused by extreme crowding. Later the same day, a 30-year-old man suffered an epileptic seizure with convulsions and gastrointestinal bleeding and died in hospital from cardiac arrest.

Mexico City Mayor Clara Brugada stated that emergency teams arrived promptly but the three victims were already deceased. She urged the public to celebrate responsibly, carefully, and with empathy. Approximately 1.4 million people flooded the streets after the victory, filling Paseo de la Reforma with fireworks, music, and crowds. Due to the overwhelming numbers, authorities advised people to avoid coming to the city center to prevent further risks.