Independence monument

Mexico City Mayor Clara Brugada: The unbridled joy and celebrations after co-hosts Mexico's victory over Ecuador in the FIFA World Cup 2026 that secured a place in the Round of 16 turned into tragedy as three people died due to asphyxiation in the downtown area of the Mexican capital.

Health officials confirmed on Wednesday that two women and one man were found unconscious on the streets near the City's iconic Angel of Independence monument, where thousands had gathered late on Tuesday night to celebrate Mexico's victory in the Round of 32 match.

According to a report in abcnews.com, Mexico City's Health Secretariat said on the social platform X that the victims, who were not identified, were 48, 44, and 19 years old. Authorities did not provide additional details about the circumstances of the deaths, the report claimed.