A routine session of Puebla’s Youth and Sports Commission took an unexpected turn this Tuesday, June 23, 2026, when councilman Manuel Durán’s microphone accidentally picked up his enthusiastic reactions to a live World Cup match.

The meeting, held in the City Council Chamber, was underway when Durán—participating virtually—was heard shouting “¡Goooool!” followed by a surprised “¡No mames!” The outburst caught attendees off guard and quickly became a viral moment on social media.

While it’s unclear which of the two matches played that day—Portugal vs. Uzbekistan or England vs. Ghana—Durán was watching, the incident highlights how the 2026 World Cup has permeated even official government spaces. The tournament’s ability to captivate audiences worldwide is evident, even during formal sessions meant to focus on local governance.

No public statement has been made by Durán regarding the episode or whether he was indeed following the game during the commission’s work. Social media users have since joked about the challenge of balancing civic duties with the excitement of the “greatest football festival,” noting the councilman seemed more invested in the scoreline than the agenda.

This episode adds to the colorful stories emerging from the World Cup, reminding us how sport and politics often intersect in unexpected ways. For communities like Puebla, where public transport projects such as the upcoming cable car system are underway, moments like these underscore the importance of engagement—whether in the stadium, the council chamber, or the streets.