Two people die from suffocation during World Cup celebrations in Mexico
Incident occurred on Hamburgo and Lancaster Streets, near the Angel of Independence landmark
Thousands of football fans had gathered to celebrate Mexico’s 2-0 victory over Ecuador
July 01, 2026 09:14
MEXICO CITY: Two people died from suffocation as thousands of fans crowded Mexico City streets during World Cup celebrations, the capital’s health secretariat said in the early hours of Wednesday.










