Has come to an end as England wins the match 3 -2 in Mexico City.Hello everybody, welcome to the news at 11.
Number two and I'm Creed Winter.England holds off Mexico in tonight's World Cup match in Mexico City.It was a heartbreaking loss for Mexico fans here in Southern California.
It was Mexico's first ever World Cup loss at Estadio Azteca.While the two teams battled it out on the field, though, fans gathered for watch parties all around the city.
KTLA's Jillian Smuggler went to a huge watch party at Plaza Mexico in Linwood and joins us live with some of the reaction.Jillian, of course, a really, really painful loss.
Painful loss but really spirits are still high.We keep hearing fireworks going off.We know those Mexico fans of course they're bummed but they tell us they are so proud of the fight this team showed on the world's biggest stage.Thousands of fans packed Plaza Mexico in Linwood, turning the shopping center into a sea of green, white, and red, all hoping to watch Mexico punch its ticket to the next round of the World Cup.
I think faith is a thing that brings us all together, and we're just happy to be here, and hopefully Mexico wins.Let's go Mexico!
Hours before kickoff, confidence was everywhere.Some fans admitted they were nervous, but believed Mexico would get the job done.I'm excited, but nervous.very confident, 100 % conf this was about much more about family heritage and soccer.
We died for socc passed away when Mexico f net Plaza Mexico exploded
As the game wore on, every chance, every save, and every missed opportunity sent fans on an emotional rollercoaster.Meanwhile, across town, England supporters celebrated every big moment from their side, knowing their team was one step closer to advancing.
Nobody was expecting England to do this well.We were worried about the attitude.We were worried about how the players would get on.I think both teams played fantastically.I'm proud to be English today.
You know what?We're gonna go all the way.We're gonna go all the way.When the final whistle blew, disappointment filled the plaza.But so did pride.
Mexico, I love you.I know you did your best.But England was better.I'm so sad.
Even in defeat, fans say their support never wavered, thanking the team for making history and promising they'll be back.
It's been a while since we made it to elimination.No good will.You know, you made history regardless whether or not we really appreciate it and we love you.
" And while Mexico's World Cup run has come to an end, the excitement is not over yet.That's because Team USA, all eyes are on them as they prepare to take on Belgium tomorrow night.Of course, a spot in the quarterfinals is on the line.Reporting live in Linwood, I'm Jillian Smukler, KTLA 5 News.That'll be a great match, Jillian.All right, thanks so much.
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