Celebrations erupted following Mexico’s significant win over Ecuador in the Round of 32 of the World Cup on Tuesday.
Playing at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City, the co-hosts secured a 2-0 victory, marking their first knockout stage win in a FIFA tournament since 1986.
Mexico’s goals caused earthquake sensors to go off across Mexico City, as massive celebrations kicked in. Just like in 2018, the excitement from thousands of fans led to what was described as an ‘artificial earthquake.’
According to Azucena Uresti, a journalist, Julian Quiñones’ goal triggered readings on the seismometers installed in the city. The Raspberry Shake station near Estadio Azteca picked up vibrations right as the match concluded.
However, the exuberance was tinged with tragedy; city authorities reported that four individuals sadly lost their lives—three due to asphyxia and one from cardiac arrest after experiencing an epileptic seizure.
Who will Mexico face in the round of 16?
Next up, Mexico is set to compete against England in the round of 16, scheduled for Sunday at 5 PM PT, once again in front of their home crowd at Estadio Azteca.
It’s worth noting that Mexico hasn’t made it to the last 16 since the 2018 World Cup, and the last time they advanced beyond that stage was in 1986, when they reached the quarterfinals.
Coach Javier Aguirre, who was part of the team that made a significant impact during the 1986 World Cup, now aims to lead Mexico past Harry Kane’s England this Sunday.
