Two Women and a Man Die During Celebrations for Mexico's Victory Over Ecuador
· Telemundo McAllen (KTLM)
MEXICO CITY – Three people have died from asphyxiation during celebrations in Mexico City following Mexico's victory over Ecuador in the Round of 32 of the 2026 World Cup, the Health Sector Command Center of the Mexico City Government reported on Wednesday. The deceased include two women, aged 48 and 19, and a 44-year-old man. 'The Mexico City Government is in contact with their families to provide all necessary support and assistance,' stated the head of the capital government, Clara Brugada, on social media. According to the city government, around one million people gathered on Tuesday night at the Angel of Independence to celebrate Mexico's 2-0 win over Ecuador, a result that allowed the team to advance to the Round of 16 of the World Cup hosted by Mexico, the United States, and Canada.
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