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Mexico secures Round of 16 spot as Germany’s group teams exit

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Last updated Jul 1, 2026

Mexico secures Round of 16 spot as Germany’s group teams exit

Summary

Mexico advanced to the Round of 16 at the World Cup by defeating Ecuador, thanks to first-half goals from Julián Quiñones and Raúl Jiménez. 17-year-old Gilberto Mora made history by starting in a knockout stage game. Despite Mexico's success, all teams from their group were eliminated, including Germany, which lost to Paraguay on penalties. Ecuador ended their tournament without scoring in three of four matches, with only one win against Germany. Mexico will next face the winner of the match between England and DR Congo.

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By the Numbers

•Julián Quiñones and Raúl Jiménez scored for Mexico against Ecuador.
•Gilberto Mora is the youngest player to start a knockout match since Pele in 1958.
•Ecuador did not score in three of its four World Cup games.
•All teams from Germany's group are out of the tournament.
•Mexico will face the winner of England versus DR Congo.

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4:20 AMYahoo Sports — World Cup: Mexico reach Round of 16 as all teams from Germany’s group exit

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First-half strikes from Julián Quiñones and Raúl Jiménez, who also scored the goals in the opening win over South Africa, sent Mexico into the Round of 16 at Ecuador’s expense. 17-year-old Mexi...
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