Sheinbaum wishes Mexico luck before 2026 World Cup duel against England

President Claudia Sheinbaum conveyed her best wishes to the Mexican national soccer team for their upcoming 2026 World Cup Round of 16 match against England, scheduled for Sunday. The president made the remarks while concluding a housing program event in Morelia, Michoacán, where she delivered 32 homes and 307 property deeds.

Sheinbaum indicated her intention to watch the game outside the National Palace, possibly at a "Fan Fest" in the capital, though she was still deciding on the venue. She has previously watched national team matches with fans at various locations, including the Deportivo Hermanos Galeana and Parque Tezozómoc, and from the National Palace.

The crucial match follows official warnings from embassies and Mexican authorities urging the public to celebrate safely. The Mexican Embassy in the United Kingdom advised the Mexican community to enjoy the game "safely and with respect," avoid provocations, and plan their return, as the match will conclude in the early morning hours in the UK.

These warnings come after four people died during celebrations for Mexico's victory over Ecuador, with three deaths attributed to asphyxiation and one to cardiac arrest. For Sunday's match, the capital's government plans to deploy over 17,000 police officers and implement access controls at the Angel of Independence monument, alongside sixty large screens for public viewing.

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Good luck to the team for tomorrow