Mexico football team fans plan mass farewell after World Cup loss

Mexico was eliminated 3-2 by England in the round of 16 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. In the days after the match, supporters organized a mass farewell at the Angel of Independence in Mexico City for Sunday, 12 July 2026, 17:00. Fans are urged to wear any Mexican jersey, bring flags or noisemakers, and to follow safety advice since the gathering is not officially coordinated by the city or the federation.

Several players posted vacation snapshots on social media, showing trips to beaches, family time, golf, and other leisure activities. Former Toluca coach Antonio Mohamed said the on‑field performance was good but the result “fell short”. A mental‑health specialist warned that the sudden loss can trigger a “sports grief” response, recommending sleep, routine and social support for those deeply affected.

The Mexican Football Federation (FMF) was later fined 42.85 million pesos by the Secretaria Anticorrupción for mishandling biometric data in its Fan ID system. Meanwhile, the new national‑team coach Rafael Márquez will lead the side in a series of friendly matches in the United States between 21 September and 6 October 2026, followed by a CONCACAF Nations League debut in November.