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Mexico City looks to rein in street drinking after massive World Cup party

World Cup

Fans celebrate near the Angel of Independence in Mexico City on June 18, 2026 after Mexico won the 2026 FIFA World Cup match against South Korea.

Photo credit: Reuters

Mexico City’s government said on Friday it is considering measures to limit the sale of alcohol in public spaces, after over 700,000 people gathered downtown to celebrate Mexico’s soccer team advancing to the knockout stage of the World Cup.

Mexico’s victory against South Korea saw massive street celebrations, with fans dressed in green Tri jerseys or wearing colourful Lucha Libre masks and dancing in the rain, waving flags, singing anthems and blowing on vuvuzelas.