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The Latest Breaking News from Ecuador

Get a grip on Mora and take aerial route: what England can do to contain Mexico

Thomas Tuchel’s team can tame the co-hosts by slowing things down and isolating Raúl Jiménez

The Guardian - UK

Mexico City swept up in World Cup fever as El Tri capture imaginations like never before

England will arrive at the tournament’s pulsating heart to find expectations soaring and the streets and bars abuzz

The Guardian - UK

FA reviewing security at England hotel in Mexico City before last-16 tie

The Ecuador team were kept up by constant noise before their last-32 tie and England fear the same for the game against the co-hosts

The Guardian - UK

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Mexico fans celebrating World Cup win against Ecuador cause ‘earthquake’

‘Human-induced earthquake’ phenomenon previously reported during Taylor Swift concert

The Independent UK

FIFA World Cup 2026: Who won yesterday? Latest results and Round of 16 qualifiers

FIFA 2026: Mexico ended a 40-year wait for a World Cup knockout win, beating Ecuador 2-0. England narrowly escaped an upset, with Harry Kane's brace securing a 2-1 victory over DR Congo. Belgium staged a dramatic comeback, overcoming a two-goal deficit to defeat Senegal 3-2 after extra time. The United…

The Economic Times

British Man Accused of Killing Colombian Influencer Claimed England World Cup Match Was His Alibi

A British man, Matthew Ashley Foster-Smith, was arrested in Ecuador for the alleged murder of Colombian model Natalia Villalba. His alibi did not align with the investigation timeline, leading to his detention.

International Business Times UK

Mexico's World Cup Win Over Ecuador Ends in Tragedy as Four People Die During Celebrations

In Mexico City, more than 1 million people gathered at the Ángel de la Independencia to celebrate the victory. But amid the crowd, the celebration quickly turned into tragedy as three people lost their lives due to asphyxiation.

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'The Mexican People Deserved a Night Like This': Mexico's Javier Aguirre Reacts to Historic Win Over Ecuador

After holding a strong Ecuador side scoreless, Mexico achieved a feat matched by only two other teams. It became the third nation to win its first four matches in a World Cup without conceding a goal, joining Brazil in 1986 and Italy in 1990.

Latin Times

FIFA World Cup 2026: Julian Quinones, Raul Jimenez shine as Mexico continue historic run; equal clean sheet record

Mexico's impressive FIFA World Cup journey continues with a dominant 2-0 victory over Ecuador, securing their place in the Round of 16. This win marks their first knockout-stage triumph since 1986 and extends their remarkable streak of not conceding a single goal in four matches. The attacking prowess of Julian…

The Economic Times

World Cup 2026: France crush Sweden while Mexico continue perfect start

Didier Deschamps' side impressed once again as they raced past Sweden 3-0 and will face Paraguay next. Michael Olise provided two assists and is now just one short of equaling Pelé's record in a single World Cup. Meanwhile, Mexico recorded their fourth clean sheet and are the only side not…

France 24

Two More World Cup Managers Fall on Their Swords After Tournament Exits

The 2026 World Cup is drawing the end to a number of managerial tenures.

Sports Illustrated

Mexico Didn’t Just Beat Ecuador, It Ended a 40-Year Curse That Had Defined It

El Tri had not won a World Cup knockout match since 1986. But this iteration of Mexico is breaking new ground under Javier Aguirre.

Sports Illustrated

‘It’s like being close to home’: World Cup vibes immaculate in richly diverse New York

Fans of all stripes pack the bars to sing, cheer and commiserate in city where more than 3m people were born outside US

The Guardian - US

Mexico fans accused of using homophobic chant during World Cup match against Ecuador

The chant has cost the Mexican Federation several fines by FIFA

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Gilberto Mora breaks World Cup record as Mexico’s teenage star shines against Ecuador

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Euronews

Mexico fans celebrate World Cup win over Ecuador

Fans in San Diego erupt in celebration as Mexico beat Ecuador 2-0 in a World Cup knockout match, ending a 40-year drought in the competition.

Evening Standard

Mexico set up potential England World Cup clash as Arsenal's Piero Hincapie sent off

Azteca awaits Three Lions if they beat DR Congo on Wednesday evening

The Independent UK

Mexico dominate Ecuador in ominous World Cup display – and England could be next

Mexico 2-0 Ecuador: The co-hosts delivered a sublime performance to delight home fans as they moved into the last-16 of the World Cup

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Latin Times

Mexico's Fast Start, Not Its Famous Defense, Sinks Ecuador at the Azteca

Mexico beat 10-man Ecuador 2-0 at the Azteca, ending a 40-year World Cup knockout drought behind two early goals and a red-card meltdown.

The Independent UK

Piero Hincapie becomes second World Cup player to be sent off for covering his mouth

The Ecuador defender lost his composure at the end of a chastening evening against Mexico at the Azteca

Sports Illustrated

Mexico Player Ratings vs. Ecuador: El Tri Earns First Knockout Stage Win in 40 Years

Mexico’s 2–0 victory over Ecuador in the round of 32 sent the South Americans packing.

Bangkok Post

Mexico beat Ecuador 2-0 to reach World Cup last 16 and end knockout hoodoo

⁠MEXICO CITY: Mexico ⁠ended a 40-year wait for a World Cup knockout victory as first-half goals from Julian Quinones and Raul Jimenez secured a 2-0 win over Ecuador on Tuesday, sending the co-hosts into the last 16 amid euphoric scenes at a rocking Azteca Stadium.

The Economic Times

FIFA World Cup 2026: Mexico end 40-year World Cup knockout curse with commanding win over Ecuador

Mexico ended their 40-year World Cup knockout jinx with a dominant 2-0 victory over Ecuador at the iconic Azteca Stadium. Julian Quinones and Raul Jimenez scored the crucial goals, propelling the co-hosts into the round of 16. This historic win, achieved in front of a passionate home crowd, marks a…

The Guardian - AU

Mexico end World Cup knockout drought with last-32 win over Ecuador in Azteca cauldron

Roared on by a partisan crowd in Mexico City, the tournament co-hosts saw off Ecuador 2-0 thanks to goals by Julián Quiñones and Raúl Jiménez

France 24

World Cup 2026: Mexico beat Ecuador to reach last 16 and end 40-year knockout drought

Mexico ended a 40-year wait for a World Cup knockout-stage victory on Tuesday, beating Ecuador 2-0 to reach the last 16. Goals from Julián Quiñones and Raúl Jiménez secured El Tri's first win beyond the group stage since the 1986 tournament they hosted.

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