"In Oakland, a much-anticipated match between the national soccer teams of Mexico and Japan is this weekend. But days before the big faceoff at the Oakland Coliseum, the Mexican national team's training equipment was stolen. Fans and local leaders say the news is disappointing but they also believe the match is bringing together thousands of people in Oakland in a way like no other. It's all over social media -- pictures of players from Mexico's national soccer team "El Tri" now in Oakland."
""I'm a diehard Mexico fan. I thought I'd get a glimpse of them. Unfortunately, it's a little hard to see from this angle," said Castro. So many fans are hoping to see the players in action on the practice pitch. Other fans eagerly wait for autographs at the hotel in Oakland where players are staying. "I want Raul Jimenez. The coach - Aguirre. And his assistant Rafael Marquis," said Alfredo Montoya of Oakland."
A match between Mexico and Japan will take place at the Oakland Coliseum this weekend. Days before the game, thieves broke into the Mexican national team's equipment truck and stole training materials. Thousands of fans have gathered across Oakland, sharing social media photos of Mexico's squad and waiting to watch practice or collect autographs. Fans identify players such as Raul Jimenez as favorites and express excitement despite visibility challenges. Local leaders note high ticket demand and the match's significance for the large Mexican/Latino community. Officials are addressing the stolen equipment while anticipation for the matchup remains high.
Read at ABC7 San Francisco
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