Michelle Salas condemns World Cup violence: 'I feel rage and shame'

Michelle Salas has spoken out against the violence that marred celebrations for the Mexican national soccer team's victory in the 2026 World Cup. The festivities in Mexico City resulted in four deaths from asphyxiation and widespread disturbances.

Salas, daughter of singer Luis Miguel, expressed her anger and embarrassment on Instagram. She stated that while she enjoys watching Mexico compete and celebrating its triumphs, it is unacceptable for some to confuse passion with aggression, insults, and disrespect.

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No podemos de ninguna forma normalizar este tipo de conductas. No es 'la emoción del momento', tampoco es 'así se vive el fútbol'. Eso no es pasión. La verdadera pasión jamás debería poner en riesgo la integridad, la vida, la seguridad o la tranquilidad de otras personas

"We can never normalize these behaviors. It's not 'the emotion of the moment,' nor is it 'how football is lived.' That is not passion. True passion should never endanger the integrity, life, safety, or tranquility of other people," she wrote. Salas emphasized that no sporting outcome justifies sowing hatred or violence.

She believes that the actions of a few do not represent the majority of Mexicans, whom she described as passionate, generous, warm, and respectful. Salas concluded by stating that true national pride is demonstrated in how people treat each other, not just in victories.

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Ningún resultado, ninguna rivalidad y ninguna celebración justifican sembrar odio o violencia. Basta. Me niego a creer que eso represente a México