Mexico advances to knockout stage after beating Ecuador 2-0
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 1, 2026, 6:29 AM
Last updated Jul 1, 2026
Mexico secured a spot in the round of 16 with a 2-0 victory over Ecuador on July 1. Goals from Quinones and Jimenez helped Mexico maintain their perfect record in the tournament, finishing the group stage with three wins and no conceded goals. The match was initially delayed due to a storm in Mexico City but saw Mexico dominate after a balanced start. Following their strong performance, Mexico will await their next opponent, potentially England, as they enter the knockout phase.
- •Quinones scored Mexico's first goal in the 22nd minute.
- •Jimenez added a second goal shortly after in the 31st minute.
- •Mexico finished the group stage with three wins and no goals conceded.
- •Hincapié received a red card late in the match for a new rule infraction.
- •Fans celebrated Mexico's advancement in the streets of Mexico City.
- 6:29 AMYahoo Sports — 🎥 Mexico beat Ecuador, into the last 16! Record, fans go wild: party on 🤩
"Mexico keeps dreaming. The host nation beat Ecuador 2-0 to book a place in the round of 16. After finishing the group stage with three wins from three without conceding, Javier Aguirre’s side also o...
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