Azteca Stadium Delays Mexico‑Ecuador Match, Honors Venezuela After Quake
A severe thunderstorm forced the Mexico‑Ecuador round‑of‑16 match at Estadio Azteca to start an hour later than scheduled. Before the national anthems, the stadium displayed a moving 'You are not alone' tribute to Venezuela, which was reeling from a devastating earthquake that claimed nearly two thousand lives.
The gesture resonated with fans and players alike, turning the delayed kickoff into a moment of collective solidarity.
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