Irina Baeva focuses on Mexico vs. England match, deflects questions on ex-partner
Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Actress Irina Baeva attended the Mexico vs. England soccer match at the Estadio Azteca.
- She expressed her deep love for Mexican culture and her desire to become a Mexican citizen.
- Baeva deflected questions about her ex-partner Gabriel Soto and his recent controversies, focusing instead on supporting Mexico in the match.
Russian actress Irina Baeva attended the Mexico vs. England soccer match at the Estadio Azteca, expressing her strong affection for Mexican culture and her ongoing pursuit of citizenship. Baeva, accompanied by her current partner Giovanni Medina and his son Emmanuel, was enthusiastic about the game and the atmosphere in the stadium.
Baeva shared her passion for Mexico, stating she knows the national anthem perfectly and is eager to finalize her naturalization process. "I have goosebumps, it's something extraordinary, what a blessing to be here, to be able to live it," she said, describing the unique experience of attending a match at the iconic stadium. She also encouraged Emmanuel to greet players like Memo Ochoa and Santi Jimรฉnez, showcasing a positive family dynamic.
I have goosebumps, it's something extraordinary, what a blessing to be here, to be able to live it.
When questioned about recent controversies involving her ex-partner Gabriel Soto and Ana Carla Sinclair, Baeva firmly redirected the conversation. "We are here to cheer for Mexico, today is the day to wear green, we will have the opportunity to talk about other topics later. Today is only about my team, only about green, we are not talking about other topics," she stated, emphasizing her desire to focus solely on the sporting event.
Despite Mexico's eventual elimination from the tournament, Baeva's presence and her vocal support for the national team highlighted her deep connection to the country. Her commitment to embracing Mexican culture and potentially becoming a citizen underscores her integration into the local scene.
We are here to cheer for Mexico, today is the day to wear green, we will have the opportunity to talk about other topics later. Today is only about my team, only about green, we are not talking about other topics.
Originally published by El Universal in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.