Mexico fans in Southern California held boisterous parades and roared following their team's World Cup exit. The celebration persisted despite the loss.
England supporters at the Azteca Stadium faced setbacks and saw a red card during the contest. They anyway rejoiced after England advanced to the final eight with a nervous finish.
forecast reports had warned that thunderstorms in Mexico City might lower spirits. Journalists wrote that Mexico's World Cup run brought joy after a challenging year. England fans also gave their opinions on the steady support from Mexico's spectators.