Mexico city, July 3 -- Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum on Friday urged supporters to celebrate responsibly if the national team defeats England in Sunday's FIFA World Cup Round of 16 clash, advising fans to avoid excessive drinking and stay away from overcrowded public gatherings.

England and Mexico will meet in the Round of 16 on July 5 (local time).

Her appeal came in the wake of tragic scenes following Mexico's 2-0 victory over Ecuador in the previous round, when celebrations in the capital turned deadly. At least four people lost their lives near Mexico City's iconic Paseo de la Reforma, where an estimated one million fans had gathered to mark the team's victory, as per Reuters.

"We must avoid alcohol abuse, because whenever th...