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Meet Caramelo, the Mexico superfan attending his 11th World Cup
Summary by Magnolia News Editorial Desk Tales Azzoni, Associated Press , as published by KPRC 2 Houston / Click2Houston (NBC)
· June 23, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway He is currently attending his 11th World Cup.
A notable fan has been making waves at the World Cup. Caramelo, also known as Héctor Chávez, is a Mexico superfan who has been attending the tournament for years. He is currently attending his 11th World Cup.
Caramelo has gained significant recognition in Mexico, with fans of all ages lining up to take photos with him. One of his distinctive features is a big black sombrero. Further details about Caramelo and his World Cup experiences are available from local news sources.
For more information about this devoted fan, readers can visit KPRC 2 Houston or Click2Houston for the full story.
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Category: local Published: June 23, 2026 Source: KPRC 2 Houston / Click2Houston (NBC) Reading time: 1 min
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