Mexico City — The US Embassy in Mexico has issued a security alert to American citizens warning of large crowds and road closures expected on Sunday, July 5, when Mexico’s national soccer team faces England in a Round of 16 match at Estadio Azteca.
“US citizens should take extra precautions around large crowds, as gatherings to watch the event have resulted in injuries and deaths,” the embassy said in a statement.
Although the match will be played in the capital, the alert applies nationwide, as authorities anticipate major concentrations at stadiums, fan fests, and public screenings of the 2026 World Cup match.
The embassy also noted that protesters have used the tournament to draw media attention. It warned US citizens that joining protests could lead to arrest or deportation, as Mexican law prohibits foreigners from participating in political activities.
On Tuesday, June 30, after Mexico’s victory over Ecuador, a crowd of more than one million people gathered near the Angel of Independence monument on Paseo de la Reforma. Four people died of asphyxiation in stampedes caused by the crush, authorities reported.
