Mexico manager Aguirre calls for fan support against Ecuador
ESPN Soccer • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 30, 2026, 2:48 AM
Last updated Jun 30, 2026

Mexico manager Javier Aguirre expressed hope that fans at Estadio Azteca will propel El Tri past Ecuador in the World Cup round of 32. The matchup is set for Tuesday, with both teams representing Latin America in what is expected to be a competitive clash. Aguirre emphasized the advantage of local support as Mexico strives to advance further in the tournament. The match is anticipated to draw significant attention due to the teams' regional rivalry and the stakes of the knockout stage.
- •Mexico faces Ecuador at Estadio Azteca on Tuesday
- •Aguirre highlights importance of local fan support
- •The match is part of the World Cup round of 32
- •Both teams are Latin American representatives
- •Local atmosphere may influence the game's outcome
- 3:31 AMESPN Soccer — Aguirre: Azteca fans can get Mexico past Ecuador
"Mexico manager Javier Aguirre said he hopes local fans will make the difference for El Tri when the World Cup co-hosts face Ecuador at Mexico City's Estadio Azteca in the round of 32 on Tuesday in a matchup of two Latin American sides.
Sources
External linksOriginal reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.
Related Stories
Last 14 days
MLS•Sep 13, 2026, 3:24 AMSeattle Sounders vs Real Salt Lake
MLS•Sep 13, 2026, 3:24 AMSporting Kansas City vs Philadelphia Union
MLS•Sep 13, 2026, 3:06 AMWisconsin records lowest home football opener attendance since 1990s
MLS•Sep 13, 2026, 2:36 AMRivals reunited: Lionel Messi & Inter Miami host Nashville SC
SoccerSoccer•Sep 13, 2026, 2:17 AMWorthington brings down Austin boys soccer team
Soccer•Sep 13, 2026, 2:14 AMAway sides Santa Cruz and Floresta win in Série C second round