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Mexico fans dream of more wins in the World Cup, singing ‘What if we do?'
By María Verza | The Associated Press at NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS)
· July 4, 2026
· 5 min read
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 quart...
Key takeaway “We’ve already broken the curse,” says Elián González, a 22-year-old nursing student.
Why this matters in The Trophy Club
In Trophy Club , where the Dallas-Fort Worth area's diverse communities come together, the excitement surrounding Mexico's World Cup run is palpable. For local Mexican-American residents, the team's success is a source of pride, evoking memories of family gatherings and celebrations centered around soccer. As Mexico faces England on Sunday, Trophy Club's restaurants and bars are likely to be filled with fans cheering on their team, donning Mexico's jersey and chanting "¿Y si sí?" The community's enthusiasm is a testament to the strong cultural ties that exist between North Texas and Mexico, and the World Cup has become a common thread that weaves together people from different backgrounds. As the tournament progresses, Trophy Club residents will be watching closely, hoping that Mexico's revamped team can continue to defy expectations and make a deep run in the competition.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 4, 2026 ·
Source: NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) ·
Reading time: 5 min
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What is this story about? 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 quart...
When was this published? This article was first published on July 4, 2026 by NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) and curated for The Trophy Club readers.
Who reported this story? This story was reported by María Verza | The Associated Press at NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS). To learn more about how The Trophy Club selects and reviews stories, see our editorial standards .
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