Tragedy at the Azteca. Fan dies before Mexico vs Portugal match

The festive atmosphere ahead of the long-awaited friendly between Mexico and Portugal was overshadowed by a tragic accident.

Details: According to The Toucline, Mexican authorities have officially confirmed that a fan died at the Estadio Azteca just minutes before kickoff. The incident occurred in the VIP box area, with the stadium already nearly packed with spectators.

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Preliminary reports indicate the deceased was heavily intoxicated. The man attempted to jump from the second tier of the stands to the first, lost his balance, and fell. The drop from such a height onto the concrete structures below proved fatal—medical personnel could only confirm death from the sustained injuries upon arrival.

It’s worth noting that the match itself was played without incident and ended in a goalless 0-0 draw.

Reminder: Mexican fans paid heartfelt tributes to Ronaldo, Jiménez, and Jota. Read more.