Chumel Torres sends emotional message to Mexico's Tri after World Cup 2026 elimination

Mexico's journey in the 2026 World Cup concluded with a 3-2 defeat against England on July 5 at the Estadio Ciudad de México. The emotional match saw the Mexican team eliminated from the tournament, sparking widespread reactions among fans and public figures.

Among those reacting was broadcaster Chumel Torres, who shared a message of support for the national team on social media. Torres acknowledged the team's effort throughout the tournament, stating that they had managed to reignite the passion of Mexican fans. He expressed gratitude for their performance, particularly in the match against England.

Torres posted on X, formerly Twitter, "You played damn well. You attacked 400 times. You gave it your all. Too bad. I'm with you, guys, thank you @miseleccionmx." He later added a second reflection, calling the World Cup the "best World Cup" of his life due to the team's play. He affirmed his continued support for the team, looking forward to 2030.

The game itself was a hard-fought battle. England took an early lead, with Jude Bellingham playing a key role. Mexico found itself trailing 2-0, but the team showed resilience. Julián Quiñones scored a crucial goal, narrowing the deficit and keeping hope alive for a comeback that energized the stadium's spectators. Despite the late push and a spirited performance, Mexico ultimately fell short.