Brozo and Loret de Mola Use Mexico's World Cup Win to Criticize President Sheinbaum

Amidst the national euphoria following the Mexican national team's victory, a political critique emerged from comedians Brozo and Carlos Loret de Mola. On the 125th episode of their program Latinus, broadcast from a setting designed to evoke the celebrations at the Ángel de la Independencia, they leveraged the World Cup excitement to question President Claudia Sheinbaum's public engagement.

Loret de Mola expressed surprise that the president was not participating in the nationwide enthusiasm. "Mexico is enthusiastic about reaching the final, and the president won't even be able to go to the FanFest set up outside her house," he stated. He further questioned her absence from the team's matches, asking, "We're supposed to have a president with 70% popularity? [...] Mexico will reach the final, and the president won't be at the stadium. The president not enjoying it. Hey, president, where will the World Cup be now? No, at home with my husband [...] She's afraid of people."

Brozo, portrayed by Víctor Trujillo, appeared on a car being shaken by onlookers, a common sight during football celebrations. He recalled the recent visit of King Felipe VI of Spain, who attended a World Cup match in Guadalajara and interacted with fans and his national team. Trujillo contrasted this with Sheinbaum's perceived distance, questioning her lack of similar participation during the tournament.

The commentary, which also touched on historical diplomatic tensions, quickly generated conversation and divided opinions among users online. The program's use of the football celebration as a backdrop for political criticism highlighted the intersection of sports, public sentiment, and political discourse in Mexico.