Mexico defeats Ecuador after weather delay to advance in World Cup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 1, 2026, 8:52 AM
Last updated Jul 1, 2026
Mexico faced Ecuador in their World Cup match at Azteca Stadium on July 1, 2026, after a one-hour delay due to heavy rain. Julian Quinones and Raul Jimenez were key contributors, leading the hosts to a strong performance. The match turned contentious in stoppage time when Piero Hincapié received a red card following a verbal altercation. Following the final whistle, fans celebrated Mexico's advancement to the round of 16, where they will play the winner of the England and DR Congo match.
- •Mexico's match against Ecuador was delayed by heavy rain.
- •Julian Quinones and Raul Jimenez contributed significantly to Mexico's performance.
- •Piero Hincapié received a red card in stoppage time.
- •Fans celebrated Mexico's advancement after the match.
- •Mexico will face the winner of England vs. DR Congo in the next round.
- 8:52 AMYahoo Sports — 🎥 World Cup highlights: Hincapié loses it, Mexico rocks the Azteca
"Due to heavy rain, Mexico’s match against Ecuador could only kick off with a one-hour delay. After that, however, the fans saw that the World Cup hosts gave Germany’s group opponent no chance. You...
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