Four die as Mexico City roars in World Cup celebration

A 19‑year‑old woman is among three people who died from suffocation during Mexico City’s massive World Cup celebration, according to the city health authority. A 48‑year‑old woman and a 44‑year‑old man also died after crowds descended on the capital following the 2‑0 victory over Ecuador. City officials later confirmed a 30‑year‑old man died in an epileptic crisis.

More than one million residents flocked to streets, mainly around the Angel of Independence, marking Mexico’s first World Cup knockout win since 1986. Mayor Clara Brugada expressed her sincerest condolences to the victims’ families and pledged support in the coming days.

Emergency services treated three unconscious individuals across Paseo de la Reforma, performing first aid and CPR before transporting them to hospitals for specialised care. The health authority confirmed that all three deaths were caused by suffocation and had been identified by families.

Brugada called on fans to “always celebrate with responsibility, care, and empathy” in a social media post after the deaths were announced. Fireworks lit the night sky long after the final whistle, and celebrations spilled over Estadio Azteca and other parts of the city.

With a metropolitan population exceeding 20 million, Mexico City ranks among the world’s most densely populated places. The country now advances to the World Cup round of 16, where they will face England.