### [2026-07-1](/feed/2026/07/1/index.md)

##### Asphyxiation
# Three people are reportedly killed in the early morning hours of Wednesday of asphyxiation during celebrations in Mexico City following Mexico's victory against Ecuador in the knockout round of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. 




### Sources:

1. [ABC News](https://abcnews.com/International/wireStory/3-people-die-asphyxiation-mexico-city-celebrations-after-134376671)
2. [Reuters](https://www.reuters.com/sports/soccer/two-people-die-suffocation-during-world-cup-celebrations-mexico-2026-07-01/)

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