Mexican fans cheer as they gather to watch the Fifa World Cup round of 32 football match between Mexico and Ecuador at the Fan Fest in Guadalajara, state of Jalisco, Mexico June 30, 2026. — AFP pic Earn a fixed rate of up to 4.2%* p.a. for 210 days with Versa Save! Plus, enjoy an additional FREE RM10 when you sign up using code VERSAMM10 with a min. cash-in of RM100 today. T&Cs apply. Wednesday, 01 Jul 2026 5:30 PM MYT MEXICO CITY, July 1 — At least two people died today during massive celebrations in Mexico City as the national team advanced to the next round at the World Cup, according to the local government.A 19-year-old woman and a 44-year-old man died of asphyxiation, according to the city’s health ministry.Authorities have not confirmed the death of a third person, reported by local media.The celebrations came after Mexico beat Ecuador to record their first World Cup knockout win since 1986, sending the co-hosts into the round of 16.More than a million people gathered in the streets of Mexico City, mainly around the Angel of Independence monument, according to estimates by the city government. — AFP