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Mexico beats Ecuador 2-0 to reach World Cup 2026 round of 16

Mexico defeated Ecuador 2‑0 in the round of 32 at the Estadio Azteca, advancing to the World Cup 2026 round of 16. Goals came from Julián Quiñones (22′) and veteran striker Raúl Jiménez (31′). The match was delayed by about an hour because of thunderstorms, the first weather‑related stoppage of the tournament. Mexico entered the knockout stage with a perfect group record – nine points and no goals conceded – and secured its first World Cup knockout win in 40 years. The victory was celebrated by over 80,000 fans in the stadium, while Mexican supporters gathered outside the Ecuadorian team hotel in an attempt to disrupt the opponents’ rest. The fixture also unfolded against a backdrop of a diplomatic dispute between the two countries that began in 2024, though bilateral trade continues. Mexico now awaits the winner of England vs. DR Congo for its next match.

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