MEXICO CITY (EFE). Authorities in Mexico and the United States have called on the public to avoid crowds and take extreme safety measures before, during, and after the match between Mexico and England, corresponding to the round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, following the incidents recorded during the celebrations of the Mexican team’s victory over Ecuador.
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The National Coordination of Civil Protection (CNPC) recommended that fans enjoy the match from their homes whenever possible, considering that following the game on television or digital platforms helps to reduce mass gatherings and decreases risks for the population.
“Not all events need to be experienced from the location,” indicated the CNPC in a message in which it urged citizens to act responsibly to protect their safety.
For its part, the U.S. Embassy in Mexico and its consulates issued an alert for those who will attend stadiums, Fan Fests, and other gathering points, warning about the risk of crowds and reminding that in recent celebrations there were injured and deceased persons.
U.S. authorities recommended staying informed through official channels, identifying evacuation routes, having an emergency exit plan, avoiding areas where protests are taking place, and following updates on closures or changes to access to public spaces.
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The call comes after four people lost their lives during the celebrations for Mexico’s victory over Ecuador, when hundreds of thousands of fans gathered at the Paseo de la Reforma and the Angel of Independence. According to official reports, three of the deaths were caused by asphyxiation and one by cardiac arrest.
Ahead of the highly anticipated match against England, the Mexico City Government announced a comprehensive security operation that will include the deployment of more than 17,000 police officers, access control to the Angel of Independence with a maximum capacity of 25,000 people, the installation of 60 giant screens, an extension of the dry law, as well as ambulances, medical personnel, Civil Protection teams, and permanent surveillance through the C5 video monitoring system.
Likewise, the United States Embassy promoted a prevention campaign against human trafficking, warning that this crime tends to increase during mass events through false job offers, deception, and various forms of exploitation, urging the public to remain alert and report any suspicious situation.
