| Keyword | Description |
|---|---|
| Emocional | Cuando alguien está sintiendo emociones muy fuertes. |
| El Tri | Nickname for Mexico’s national soccer team |
| Viva México | Long live Mexico! |
On Monday, President Claudia Sheinbaum held a special ceremony for the Mexican national soccer team, known as El Tri, as they prepared for the World Cup. Sheinbaum led the team in a pledge of allegiance, which is a promise to be loyal to the country. She also gave the national flag to Guillermo Ochoa, a famous goalkeeper attending his sixth World Cup.
The event was held in Mexico City, where team owners, soccer officials, and other guests were present. Sheinbaum asked the team to honor and defend the flag with loyalty. The team responded with a loud “We do!”
Sheinbaum wished them success in the World Cup, which is Mexico’s 18th time participating. She hoped the team would inspire others with their dedication. After the ceremony, Sheinbaum took a photo with the team and cheered “¡Viva México!”, which the players echoed back.
Mexico will play its first match against South Africa. The tournament is special because Mexico is co-hosting it with the United States and Canada, and will host several matches in different cities.
Bridging words
These words sound similar in English and Spanish: Why not practice them now?
| English | Spanish |
|---|---|
| Flag | Bandera |
| Success | Éxito |
| Photo | Foto |
Time to discuss
- Why do you think ceremonies like the sendoff are important for teams?
- How might representing their country in the World Cup make the players feel?
- What can we learn from the teamwork and dedication of sports teams?
Let’s Write
Answer the following questions in one paragraph
- How does the Mexican soccer team prepare for a big tournament like the World Cup?
- What role does the president play in supporting the national team?
