Overview

• The incident unfolded on May 24 in Lazaro Cardenas, Michoacan, during the tournament final between Chivas and Toriz in 34°C heat.
• On-field medics administered CPR, oxygen and cold compresses before she was transported to a nearby hospital.
• Valencia was pronounced dead on arrival, prompting organisers to suspend the match and cancel the following day's games.
• The Michoacan State Prosecutor’s Office launched an inquiry into whether health and safety protocols were correctly implemented.
• Chivas released a statement mourning her death and praising her impact, and the local community has paid tribute.