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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Maria Verza

Mexico fans dream of more wins in the World Cup, singing 'What if we do?'

Mexico WCup Soccer Reaction - (Copyright 2026 The Associated Press. All rights reserved.)

The Mexican dream at this World Cup can be summed up in a phrase: “And what if we do?”

The question omits the ending — and what if we do win? — but captures the hope of two generations of Mexicans who were used to defeats and have waited 40 years to see their national team make it to the quarterfinals, something that could happen on Sunday if it beats England.

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