Mexico ends a 40-year knockout drought in 2-0 win over Ecuador to reach the round of 16

Mexico had not won a knockout-stage match since defeating Bulgaria in the round of 16 when they hosted the tournament in 1986.

Ecuador's Hincapié becomes the second player sent off for covering his mouth at the World Cup

MEXICO CITY (AP) — Ecuador’s Piero Hincapié became the second player to be issued a red card at the World Cup under FIFA’s new rule that calls for a player to be sent off for covering their mouth during a confrontational exchange with an opponent.

Mexico beat 10-man Ecuador to set up potential tie with England

Co-hosts Mexico book spot in last 16 of World Cup with impressive win over 10-man Ecuador.

Mexico vs. Ecuador Highlights: Mexico Cruises Into Round Of 16

Follow Mexico vs. Ecuador live at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Real-time score updates, key plays, and match analysis as it happens.

Mexico defeat Ecuador for first World Cup knockout win since 1986, how far can Azteca magic take them?

Mexico made light of a storm delay to blow away Ecuador and win their first World Cup knockout game since 1986 to set up a last 16 tie back in Mexico City against either England o

Mexico ends a 40-year knockout drought, beats Ecuador 2-0 to reach the round of 16

MEXICO CITY (AP) — The 40-year wait is over. Mexicans had learned to live with defeats in the knockout stages of the World Cup. On seven occasions, El Tri fans were left heartbroken at this stage. Not anymore.

Ecuador isn't thrilled after Mexican fans make a ruckus outside its hotel before round of 32

Mexican fans allegedly kept Ecuador's team awake all night before their World Cup round of 32 match, prompting a formal fair play complaint.